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Ms. Douzart from Omaha, NE is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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School Year Essentials

Help me give my students classroom essentials that will be needed for the year.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Douzart's classroom raised $463

This project is fully funded

My Project

I hope this message finds you well. I'm writing to ask for your support in helping enhance our learning environment by providing simple but impactful resources needed in a classroom. To start, LED lights would make a tremendous difference. They are energy-efficient, bright, and long-lasting, offering a more vibrant and welcoming atmosphere for learning.

As a dedicated educator, I strive to create a classroom that is not only functional but also inspiring—a space where students feel comfortable, focused, and motivated to learn.

In our learning environment, mistakes aren't something to be feared—they’re part of the learning process. Mini erasers are more than just classroom supplies; they help students feel comfortable taking risks, trying new strategies, and learning from errors.

A small, durable classroom vacuum would make a huge difference. It would allow me to maintain a clean and healthy environment for my students throughout the day, reduce distractions, and help us reset quickly between lessons. Most importantly, it teaches students to take pride in their space and contribute to keeping it tidy.

And finally, whiteboards are essential for engaging lessons, hands-on activities, and collaborative group work. Having a mix of large and desktop whiteboards would allow students to actively participate, share ideas, and practice skills in real time, whether we’re working as a class or in small groups.

These simple resources can transform how we teach and learn, making lessons more dynamic and inclusive. Your support would help create a more interactive, student-centered classroom environment.

Ms. Douzart Wakonda Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Omaha, NE 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 27 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Comix Mobile Whiteboard 36 x 24 inches, Magnetic White Board with Stand, Easel Standing Whiteboard with 1 Dry Whiteboard Eraser, 4 Dry Erase Markers and 6 Magnets • Amazon Business $123.49 1 $123.49
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 in x 30 in, White, 30 Sheets/Pad, 4 Pads/Pack, Great for Virtual Teachers and Students (559 VAD 4PK) • Amazon Business $68.93 1 $68.93
Powools Handheld Vacuum Cordless with 2 Filters, Car Vacuum Cleaner High Power with Fast Charge Tech, Portable Rechargeable Mini Vacuum with Large-Capacity Battery, Silver • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Teacher Created Resources? Spot On? Dry-Erase Desktop Writing Spots Painted Wood, 10-1/2", Assorted (TCR77538) • Quill.com $22.94 1 $22.94
Leinuosen 40 Pack Sticky Notes Bulk 3 x 3 Inches Self-Stick Note Pads Colorful Adhesive Post Memo Teacher Appreciation Gifts School Office Supplies for Student Worker,80 Sheets/Pad(Morandi) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Yesinaly Cute Slug Night Light - Funny Kid Night Light for Bedroom Decor, Touch Night Light Soft Silicone Lamp for Birthday Gifts Room Decorations • Amazon Business $20.36 1 $20.36
Kleenex Ultra Facial Tissue, Upright Boxes, 65 Count (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Teacher Created Resources Wonderfully Wild 8" Hanging Paper Lanterns • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
REEMEER Led Lights 100ft(2 Rolls of 50ft) Smart APP Control Music Sync Led Strip Lights RGB Color Changing Led Lights Strips with Remote Led Lights for Bedroom Kitchen and Party • Amazon Business $8.97 1 $8.97
Mini erasers for Kids Bulk, 300+ pcs Food erasers, Pink Heart erasers Animal Eraser for 100th Day of School Pencils Eraser • Amazon Business $6.91 1 $6.91

Materials cost

$337.56

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$20.25

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.06

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$392.87

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$69.33

Total project goal

$462.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$462.20

1 Donor

-$462.20

Donations toward project cost

-$392.87

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$69.33

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$0.00

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