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Ms. Cottom from Belle Vernon, PA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Seal the Learning: Laminators and Supplies For A Strong Finish!

Help me give my students a classroom laminator and larger laminating pouches to protect their artwork.

  • $339 goal

This project expired on July 19, 2025.

This project expired on July 19, 2025.

My Project

My students have been passionately creating their own books to take home at the end of the year. But with my laminator out of commission, I need a new one to ensure their stories are protected and cherished for years to come.

Help Young Authors Preserve Their Hard Work!

Fresh markers will make their illustrations pop, and these new supplies will help them finish the year with a bang!

With your support, my students can take home a lasting memory—one they’ll treasure for a lifetime. Let’s give them a year to remember!

Ms. Cottom Belle Vernon Head Start Grades PreK-2

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.

Belle Vernon, PA 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

19 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
United LT13 Thermal & Cold Laminator with Paper Trimmer and Corner Rounder, 13" Width, Black/White (LT13) • Quill.com $156.32 1 $156.32
Crayola Broad Line Markers Classpack (256 Ct), Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, Classroom Must Have • Amazon Business $57.92 1 $57.92
Nuova Premium Thermal Laminating Pouches, 9" x 11.5"/Letter Size/3 mil, 200 Pack (LP200H) • Amazon Business $19.78 2 $39.56

Materials cost

$253.80

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.81

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$287.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$50.75

Total project goal

$338.36

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