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Ms. Ward from Houston TX is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reimagining Reading Experience

Help me give my students a chance to celebrate big and small wins in ELA class!

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Calling all supporters of education! Our students work tirelessly throughout the school year on various assessments and challenges, from unit tests to M.A.P testing and class reading wars. Our goal is to inspire a love for reading and academic excellence in our students. With your help, we can provide stress balls, fidgets, mechanical pencils, sharpeners, and sketch pads to help our students stay motivated, prepared, and focused in class. These materials not only motivate our students but also serve as tools for emotional regulation. Let's celebrate the amazing students in our classroom! By providing them with the tools they need we can encourage more participation and motivation. When students feel supported and celebrated, they are more likely to be ready and confident in their learning journey. Let's empower our students to reach for the stars and show them that their hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed. Together, we can make a difference in their lives and inspire a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. Join us in supporting our students' success! "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." - Nelson Mandela

This project is important because it empowers students with the tools they need to excel academically, build confidence, and cultivate a lifelong love for learning.

By supporting this project, you are investing in the future of our students and helping to create positive change in the world through education. Together, we can make a difference and inspire the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators.

Ms. Ward
Never Before Funded Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
40 Pcs 5.5'' x 8.5'' Top Spiral Bound Sketch Pad 30 Sheet Each(68lb/100gsm), Sketching Drawing Pad Artist Sketch Pad Kids Drawing Paper Art Sketchbook for Charcoal Graphite Painting • Amazon Business $57.99 1 $57.99
Rarlan Colored Pencils Bulk, Pre-sharpened Colored Pencils for Kids, 12 Assorted Colors, Pack of 36, Coloring Pencils 432 Count • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Slow Rising Stress Ball 24 Pack, Stretchy Fidget Ball for Anxiety Stress Relief, Hand Therapy Sensory Squishy Ball, Pull Stretch Fidget Toy for Students, Classroom Prize Box Toys • Amazon Business $32.95 1 $32.95
100 Pack Pencil Sharpeners Bulk - Double Hole Sharpener for Classroom Supplies, Pencil Sharpener for Kids, Colored Pencil Sharpener for School Supplies. Handheld Pencil and Crayon Sharpener • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
109 PCS Premium Party Favors Toys for Kids,Assortment Mini Pop Fidget it Toys for All Ages Kids,Classroom Prizes,Treasure Chest, Prize Box Toys, Goody Bag Fillers,Carnival Prizes for Boys Girls 4-10 • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Mini Butter Slime Kit,45 Pack Scented Slime Christmas Party Favor Gifts, DIY Putty Toys for Kids, Soft & Non-Sticky, Stress Relief Toy for Girls and Boys Age 10-12 • Amazon Business $20.98 1 $20.98
Leeche Premium Pop Party Favors Toys for kids,107PCS Prize Box Toys for All Ages kids,Birthday Party, School Classroom Rewards, Carnival Prizes, Pinata Fillers, Treasure Chest, Goody Bag Fillers • Amazon Business $18.89 1 $18.89
Kolewo4ever 60pcs Mechanical Pencils Set 30pieces Cute Cartoon Mechanical Pencils Automatic Mechanical Pencil with 30 tube Lead Refills For School Office Writing Drawing (60) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Kolewo4ever 60pcs Mechanical Pencils Set 30pieces Cute Cartoon Mechanical Pencils Automatic Mechanical Pencil with 30 tube Lead Refills For School Office Writing Drawing (60) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Airheads Xtremes Belts, Rainbow Berry Flavor, Sweetly Sour Candy, Non Melting, Bulk Movie Theater and Party Bag, 3 Ounce (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $14.84 1 $14.84
BIC Xtra Smooth Mechanical Pencils (MPNP24-BLK), Medium Point (0.7mm), Fun Pastel Color Pencils, Back to School, 24 Count • Amazon Business $12.53 1 $12.53
Chinco 24 Pieces Mechanical Pencil Cute Mechanical Pencils with Fruit Erasers and Pencil Refills Pastel Mechanical Pencils Colorful Pencil with Fun Toppers for Girls Kids Students School (0.5 mm) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
300 PCS Stickers Pack (50-850Pcs/Pack), Colorful VSCO Waterproof Stickers, Cute Aesthetic Stickers. Laptop, Water Bottle, Phone, Skateboard Stickers for Teens Girls Kids, Vinyl Sticker. • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
300pcs Assorted Sports Stickers for Water Bottles - 5 Theme Sports Stickers Include Volleyball Soccer Basketball Baseball Softball, Vinyl Waterproof Sports Stickers Bulk for Kids Boy • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Airheads Candy Bars, Variety Bulk Box, Chewy Full Size Fruit Taffy, Gifts, Holiday, Parties, Concessions, Pantry, Non Melting, Party, 60 Individually Wrapped Full Size Bars • Amazon Business $9.84 1 $9.84
Lucas Muecas Fuego Lollipop Chamoy Flavor Extra Hot Candy, 0.96oz - 10 Pieces Pack for Treats, Snack, Parties, Piñatas • Amazon Business $4.50 2 $9.00

Materials cost

$325.92

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$360.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$63.67

Total project goal

$424.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $424.48

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 $424.48

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