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Mrs. Ruffner from Capitol Hgts., MD is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Pre-K Cap & Gown Photos & Graduation Decorations

Help me give my students cap & gown photos, and beautiful backdrops & decor for their graduation.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Ruffner's classroom raised $322

This project is fully funded

My Project

Our students work hard all year. For most, my prekindergarten class is their very first learning experience. They learn social-emotional skills, explore mathematical concepts, develop language and literacy, build motor skills, and more, all while acquiring essential content knowledge! Our entire year is spent preparing them for kindergarten.

My scholars deserve a beautiful celebration for their hard work and growth with an exciting send-off to kindergarten, and I know that they will look great in these keepsake photos!

Please help me to get them caps and gowns to look the part, a photo backdrop for capturing memories of the day, and beautiful decorations to make our day beautiful and memorable.

Mrs. Ruffner Carmody Hills Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Capitol Hgts., MD 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 20 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
BRILLMAX 6 Pack Royal Blue Tablecloths for 8 Foot Rectangle Tables 60 x 126 Inch - 8ft Rectangular Bulk Linen Polyester Fabric Washable Long for Wedding Reception Banquet Party Buffet Restaurant • Amazon Business $44.94 1 $44.94
Hahuho Orange Sequin Backdrop Curtain, Halloween Glitter Backdrop Curtain for Parties, Christmas, Wedding, Party Decoration（4 Panels, 2FT x 8FT, Orange • Amazon Business $34.80 1 $34.80
12 Pack Cheesecloth Table Runner 35 x 120 inch Long Boho Cheese Cloth Gauze Table Runners Semi Sheer Table Runner for Wedding Decor, Bridal Shower, Birthday Party (Orange) • Amazon Business $33.29 1 $33.29
TRLYC Royal Blue Sequin Backdrop Curtain - 2 Panels 2x8ft Glitter Blue Sequin Backdrop Sparkly Curtainsfor Party Wedding Birthday Christmas Halloween Background Decoration • Amazon Business $18.80 1 $18.80
OSBO GradSeason Unisex Matte Kindergarten Graduation Gown Cap Tassel Set 2024 (Royal, 33"(4'0"-4'2")) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
OSBO GradSeason Unisex Matte Kindergarten Graduation Gown Cap Tassel Set 2024 (Gold, 33"(4'0"-4'2")) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
2024 Congrats Grad Door Banner, Orange and Blue Graduation Party Decorations - We Are So Proud of You Sign Porch Banner for Indoor Outdoor Class of 2024 Party Supplies • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Blue, Confetti and Orange Balloons – Pack of 50, Great for Weddings Birthdays Bridal Shower Decorations Graduation Party Decorations Supplies 3 Style, 12 Inch • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
tiosggd Orange Table Runner 12'' x 108'', 2 Packs Burnt Orange Sequin Glitter Fabric Graduation Party Supplies, Birthday Wedding Orange Baby Shower Table Decorations • Amazon Business $13.90 1 $13.90
Blue, Confetti and Orange Balloons – Pack of 50, Great for Weddings Birthdays Bridal Shower Decorations Graduation Party Decorations Supplies 3 Style, 12 Inch • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$223.68

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.99

Sales tax

 $13.42

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$273.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.26

Total project goal

$321.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $321.71

3 Donors

-$160.86

Donations toward project cost

-$136.73

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.13

match offer

-$160.85

Match offer toward project cost

-$136.72

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.13

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