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Mrs. Livsey from Fort Worth, TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Pens, Paper, Possibilities: Fueling Creativity in the Classroom

Help me give my students classroom that feels inviting and inclusive for all students, a space where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported as we work toward our learning goals.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Livsey's classroom raised $1,048

This project is fully funded

My Project

What I love most about my students is their curiosity, creativity, and resilience. They come to class each day eager to express themselves, grow as writers, and tell their stories, whether through a personal narrative, a poem, or a persuasive essay. But too often, lacking basic supplies becomes a barrier to that self-expression.

With your support, this project will provide essential writing materials, pens, pencils, notebooks, journals, and more that empower my students to bring their ideas to life.

These tools aren’t just supplies; they’re a means for my students to explore their imaginations, strengthen their voices, and build confidence in their abilities.

Writing is a skill that goes beyond the classroom; it helps students communicate, reflect, and dream. Your generosity will ensure that every student has the resources to fully participate, feel valued, and grow as a writer. Thank you for believing in their potential and helping us turn paper and ink into powerful possibilities.

Mrs. Livsey Eastern Hills High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Fort Worth, TX View local requests

Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

HBCU Alum 150 students impacted 17donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Mead Spiral Notebooks, 24 Pack, 1 Subject, College Ruled Paper, 7-1/2" x 10-1/2", 70 Sheets per Notebook, Color Will Vary (73065) • Amazon Business $39.99 5 $199.95
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
QUAKER CHEWY Chocolate Chip Granola Bars, 960g/33.9 oz., (40 Count) {Imported from Canada} • Amazon Business $31.34 2 $62.68
Pacon Corporation - Super Value Poster Board Asstd Colors 22x28 50 Shts • Teachers' School Supply $54.50 1 $54.50
Doritos Nacho Cheese tortilla Corn Chips 1 oz. 50 Bags/Pack (220-00475) • Staples $43.69 1 $43.69
PARTISKY Black Polyester Table Skirt for Rectangle Tables 8ft, Wrinkle Resistant Pleated Ruffle Table Cloth for Banquet Wedding Trade Baby Shower Display Gift Dining Table • Amazon Business $20.39 2 $40.78
Pink Table Skirt Tutu Table Cloth for Rectangle Table for Baby Shower Birthday Unicorn Party Home Decor Gradient Pink • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Staples Poster Board, 22" x 28" White, 10/Pack (28126) • Quill.com $8.27 4 $33.08
Pacon Poster Board 22 x 28 White 50/Pack (76510) • Staples $32.49 1 $32.49
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, On-the-Go Snacks, Snack Stacks, Variety Pack, 19.3oz Box (27 Cups)​​ • Amazon Business $13.69 2 $27.38
Dry Erase Monthly Extra Large White board Calendar for Wall, 25" by 38", Jumbo Laminated Erasable One Month Whiteboard Calendar, Huge Oversized Blank 30-Day Poster with Lines and Squares • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Glade Automatic Spray Air Freshener Combo Set Clean Linen 6.2 oz. 3/Pack (313806) • Staples $25.29 1 $25.29
Barker Creek Happy Double-Sided Trimmer, 2-1/4 x 36 Inches, Hot Pink, Pack of 13 - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $9.89 2 $19.78
Febreze Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener with Refill, Linen & Sky Scent, 0.87 Fl. Oz. (90121) • Quill.com $8.09 2 $16.18
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 144 Pack - Pre-sharpened pencils #2 Wood-Cased Yellow Sharpened Pencils for Kids with Latex-Free Eraser Top for Office and Classroom Supplies. • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Febreze Fade Defy Plug Air Freshener Warmer Refill, Mediterranean Lavender Scent, 0.87 fl. oz., 3/Pack (54367) • Quill.com $15.29 1 $15.29
Febreze Fade Defy Plug Air Freshener Warmer Refill, Hawaiian Aloha Scent, 0.87 fl. oz., 3/Pack (54345) • Quill.com $15.29 1 $15.29
2025 New 305PCS Affirmation Stickers, Holographic Sticker Pack, Positive Journaling Encouraging Shiny Quotes for Kids, Teachers, Classroom, Waterproof Scrapbook Supplies • Amazon Business $14.84 1 $14.84
VICNOVA Magnetic Clips, 24 Pieces Magnetic Metal Chip Clips Fridge Magnets Refrigerator Whiteboard Locker Magnets Heavy Duty Clip Classroom Organization Teacher Must Haves School Supplies Accessories • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
Febreze Bathroom Origins Air Freshener, Ocean Scent, 0.25 oz., 4/Pack (07695) • Quill.com $12.59 1 $12.59
Febreze Odor-Fighting Air Freshener Moonlight Breeze with Gain Scent 8.8 oz. 2/Pack (97809) • Staples $7.39 1 $7.39
Febreze Air Freshener Aerosol, Ocean Scent, 8.8 oz., 2/Pack (48312) • Quill.com $6.74 1 $6.74
cridoz 15 Rolls 1/8 Whiteboard Thin Tape Pinstripe Art Tape Dry Erase Board Grid Tape Lines Pinstriping Electrical Marking Tape, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$839.86

Vendor shipping charges

$7.98

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$890.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$157.14

Total project goal

$1,047.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,047.58

15 Donors

-$1,013.02

Donations toward project cost

-$879.82

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$133.20

match offer

-$12.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$10.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.88

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$22.06

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$0.00

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