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Ms. Blackman from Baltimore, MD is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reaching for the Stars

Help me give my students new supplies, which will create a favorable learning environment for students to thrive.

  • $1,468 goal

This project expired on September 20, 2025.

This project expired on September 20, 2025.

My Project

As an educator, we build our students into confident brav,e and effective leaders. Success depends on my ability to provide an efficient learning environment for scholars. I am writing to request essential school supplies for our classroom, including notebooks, pencils, and art materials, to ensure our students have the necessary tools for effective learning. I appreciate your consideration and look forward to your positive response to support our academic environment. As we believe that these supplies will empower our students to lead and coordinate activities more effectively. Your prompt assistance in providing these supplies would greatly enhance our classroom experience and learning outcomes. Each of these supplies will help students develop skills with technology as well as organizational skills. Students will have a space to read and create comfort to be themselves. These supplies will aid in teaching students life skills and he college and career-ready.

Ms. Blackman Westport Academy Elementary - Middle School 225 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.

Baltimore, 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

30 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 11-inch iPad A16 chip with Wi-Fi - 128GB - Pink • Best Buy Education $349.00 1 $349.00
Lakeshore Wobble Cushion - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 4 $99.96
Crayola Markers Classpack, Broad Line, Assorted Colors, Set of 256 • School Specialty $97.64 1 $97.64
Lakeshore Cozy Corner Canopy - A Reading or Calming Corner for Classrooms • Lakeshore Learning Materials $89.99 1 $89.99
Ytaoka 10 Drawers Rolling Storage Cart, Plastic Drawer Cart with Metal Frame, Multipurpose Art Craft Cart Organizer with Wheels, Utility Cart with Drawers for Home, Office, School, Multicolor • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Outus 24 Pcs Macaron Color Plastic Cubby Bins with Self Adhesive Labels Stackable Classroom Book Bin Toy Storage Tub Organizer Container Box 11.6 x 7.7 Inch for Library Preschool Office Home, 6 Colors • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Classroom Keepers 30 Slot Mailbox, 31-5/8 x 12-3/4 x 21 Inches • School Specialty $74.99 1 $74.99
Fiskars Blunt-Tip 5" Scissors for Kids 4-7 with Classpack Art Caddy Organizer (24-Pack) - Kids Scissors for School or Crafting - Back to School Supplies - Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Honoson Scissors Blunt Tip Scissors Safety Multipurpose Stainless Steel Paper with Comfort Grip Handles for Operation School Class Office Supplies (Blue, red, green, black, purple,100 Pieces) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Sharpie Brush Twin Permanent Markers, Brush and Ultra Fine Tips, Assorted Colors, Pack of 12 • School Specialty $27.52 1 $27.52
Juvale 12 Pack Double Sided Small Dry Erase White Boards with Lines - Whiteboards for Students and Classroom Supplies (9x12 in) • Amazon Business $21.48 1 $21.48
EXPO Chisel Tip Dry Erase Markers, Low-Odor Assorted Colors, Pack of 36 - Ideal for Classrooms, Offices, and Homes • Amazon Business $21.31 1 $21.31
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $19.70 1 $19.70
Home-X Clear File Holder Organizers for Magazines or Documents (Set of 5) • Amazon Business $16.73 1 $16.73
Seajan 65.62 ft Colorful Classroom Bulletin Board Border Boho Everyone is Welcome Here Rainbow Trim Bulletin Board Scalloped Border Sticker for Classroom Decor(Black) • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
YOPINK Binder Clip Paper Clamps, Assorted Sizes (Mini, Small, Medium, Large), 100 Pcs Clips for Office School Supplies (Gold) • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
OWLKELA 30 Pack Whiteboard Eraser for Kids and Adults, Washable and Reusable Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser for Cleaning Dry Erase Markers on Magnetic Soft Whiteboard, Glass Whiteboard and Dry Erase Board • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
9 Pieces Black History Posters African American Inspirational Wall Art 16x11inch Posters for Middle School and High School Classroom Library Office or History Classroom Decorations or Homeschool • Amazon Business $7.95 1 $7.95

Materials cost

$1,105.14

Vendor shipping charges

 $29.52

Sales tax

 $66.31

3rd party payment processing fee

$16.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,247.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$220.16

Total project goal

$1,467.71

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