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Mrs. Sebring from Norfolk, VA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sebring's Stepping Into FIRST!

Help me give my students an INVITING, CALM, and CREATIVE first grade class!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Sebring's classroom raised $1,301

This project is fully funded

My Project

After a few years with the upper elementary grades, I'm heading back to first grade! As you can imagine, an inviting first-grade classroom is MUCH different from that of a 5th-grade math classroom. It's often the little things in a classroom that can make all the difference.

I want my new 6 and 7-year-old scholars to feel comfortable learning--that means some calming sensory areas, fun games for indoor recess, visual math manipulatives, and necessary supplies that our families may not be able to purchase on their own.

Many of these resources can be used for years to come!

A sense of community within our classroom, knowing they have every physical material they need to succeed, and a happy place to calm themselves when they're having a tough day...these are the things that make a difference to a first grader. Happy students make a happy teacher! And a happy teacher will be the most effective teacher she can be a day in and day out for her students.

Mrs. Sebring Ocean View Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

23 students impacted 10donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Laundry Baskets on Wheels, Laundry Trolley, Laundry Collector with 2 Layers, 3 Storage Baskets, Laundry Sorter for Bedroom, Bathroom for Clothes and Toys, Total 77L, Plastic, 74x44x31cm (Beige) • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Tork Industrial Paper Wiper Blue W24, Pop-up Box, 10 x 90 Sheets, 440245A • Amazon Business $65.95 1 $65.95
Brainspark Translucent DigitBlocks 48 Pcs Magnetic Building Blocks Sensory Toys for Kids STEM Educational Sets Learning & Development Toys Clear Magnet Cubes Tiles Magna • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Crayola Crayon Classpack, School Supplies, 16 Colors (50 Each), 800 Ct, Standard , Red • Amazon Business $49.98 1 $49.98
Educational Insights Jumbo Magnetic Spinner, Classroom Games, Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99
Play-Doh Ultimate Color Collection 65-Pack of Modeling Compound, Non-Toxic, 1-Ounce Fun Size Cans, Includes Sapphire, Sparkle, Confetti, Metallic Colors, and Color Burst (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $21.99 2 $43.98
Bissell Natural Sweep Carpet and Floor Sweeper with Dual Rotating System and 2 Corner Edge Brushes, 92N0A, Silver • Amazon Business $30.99 1 $30.99
NICROLANDEE Black and Gold Party Decorations - 15Pcs Black Gold Tissue Paper Tassel Garland for Wedding, Bridal Shower, Bachelorette Party, Prom Night, Birthday, New Years Eve Decorations 2022 • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
Elmer's Disappearing Purple School Glue Sticks, Washable, 0.24 Ounce Glue Sticks for Kids | School Supplies | Scrapbooking Supplies | Vision Board Supplies, 60 Count • Amazon Business $27.98 1 $27.98
Hasbro Gaming Jenga Classic and Connect 4 Game Bundle • Amazon Business $26.83 1 $26.83
Magnetic Spice Rack, Thipoten Strong Magnetic Shelf with 2 Removable Hooks, Perfect Space Saver for Small Kitchen/ Apartment, Awesome Metal Cabinet for Holding Spices, Jars, Bottle, Beve(Black, 2Pack) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Educational Insights Big Money 3-D Magnetic Coins and Bills: 50 Magnetic Coins & Bills for Classroom or Home, Counting Skills & Pretend Play, Ages 5+ • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Crayola Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for Kids & Adults, Chisel Tip, Back To School Supplies, 12 Count • Amazon Business $12.29 2 $24.58
Crayola Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for Kids & Adults, Chisel Tip, Back To School Supplies, 12 Count • Amazon Business $12.29 2 $24.58
Gold Black Triangle Banner Decorations Bunting Signs for Easter Flags Decoration Birthday Gatsby Party Nursery Classroom Anniversary Decor Golden Graduation Supplies 15pcs 10 Feet (Golden Black Striped) • Amazon Business $7.95 3 $23.85
131 PCS Jumbo Magnetic Base Ten Blocks for Math - Place Value Blocks, Base 10 Math Manipulatives K-3, Number Blocks, Math Counters for Kids, Math Cubes, Counting Blocks, Kindergarten 1st 2nd 3rd Grade • Amazon Business $22.97 1 $22.97
Blue Summit Supplies Kids Scissors, Student Scissors with Comfort Grip, Bulk Safety Scissors for School and Classrooms, Orange, Blue, and Pink Children Scissors, 30 Pack • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
hand2mind Mindful Maze Boards, 3 Double Sided Breathing Boards with Finger Paths, Mindfulness for Kids, Social Emotional Learning, Sensory Board, Anxiety Relief Items, Occupational Therapy Toys • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
13 Piece Wooden Outdoor Throwing Game with Mesh Carry Bag by Trademark Innovations • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
Crayola Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, 4 Count, Black • Amazon Business $7.00 3 $21.00
14 Pcs Kids Montessori Screwdriver Board Set, Wooden Screw Driver Activities Tools Montessori Toys for 3 4 5 Year Old, Basic Skills Educational Sensory Learning Toy for Kids Toddlers Preschool • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Lamp Lava 2131 inch, Baseax, 14.5", Rainbow Glitter, Clear Liquid and Gold Base, 14 in • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
Schoolgirl Style Simply Boho Fringe Straight Borders—12-Piece Knotted Fringe Bulletin Board Border Strips, Classroom and Homeschool Decorations (3' x 3") • Amazon Business $4.99 4 $19.96
RAINBOW TOYFROG Straw Constructor STEM Building Toys 300 pcs Interlocking Plastic Educational Toys Engineering Building Blocks -Construction Blocks- Kids Toy for 3-12 Year Old Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $19.89 1 $19.89
SENSORY4U Learning to Dress Busy Board Cards - Fine Motor Skills for Early Education Kids to Help Learn Basic Life Skills • Amazon Business $18.95 1 $18.95
Black Wood Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Black Wood Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Charles Leonard Magnetic Pockets 26400, Holds up to 2.5 Pounds, 4-Pack, Assorted Colors, 4 Pack • Amazon Business $17.87 1 $17.87
Buckle Toy - Boomer Square - Learning Activity Toy - Develop Motor Skills and Problem Solving - Easy Travel Toy • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Guess Who? Board Game with People and Pets, The Original Guessing Game for Kids Ages 6 and Up, Includes People Cards and Pets Cards (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.98 1 $16.98
URSKYTOUS 60Pcs Animal Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Animal Pencil Erasers Bulk Puzzle Erasers Toys Gifts for Classroom Prizes, Game Reward, Treasure Box, Party Favors Goodie Bag Stuffers(Random Design) • Amazon Business $16.98 1 $16.98
9 Black And White Classroom Decor - Welcome Sign For Classroom Motivational Posters For Classroom Bulletin Board Decoration, Growth Mindset Classroom Posters Elementary, Middle School, Classroom Rules • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Winning Moves Games Guess Who? Board Game, Multicolor (1191) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Pralb 100 Set Clear Plastic Mini Cupcake Boxes Muffin Pod Dome Muffin Single Container Box Wedding Birthday Gifts Supplies,70mm X 45mm(Dia X H),for Cheese Pastry Dessert Mooncake(50 Gold/50 Black) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Crayola Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, 4 Count, Black • Amazon Business $7.00 2 $14.00
ExcelMark A17 Teacher Self-Inking Rubber Stamp Kit • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Welcome Door Sign Interchangeable Seasonal Front Door Decor Rustic Wood Welcome Sign Wall Hanging Porch Decoration for Fall Christmas Easter Thanksgiving, 14 x 9 Inch (Brown with White Letters) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Connect 4 Strategy Board Game for Ages 6 and Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Paper Mate 73015 Arrowhead Pink Pearl Cap Erasers, 144 Count • Amazon Business $6.88 2 $13.76
Double Sided Tape Heavy Duty - 1/2 in 10 Ft Acrylic Sticky Mounting Tape Clear Removable Strong Two Sided Adhesive for Sign/Photo/Poster/Picture Mount(Pack of 1 Roll) • Amazon Business $5.99 2 $11.98
UpNjoy Sensory Activity Toddler Pillow Toy – Fine Motor Skills Improvement – Buckles, Zipper, Snaps, Numbers String – Busy Learning Basic Life Skills – Toddler Travel Owl Plush • Amazon Business $11.50 1 $11.50
Simple Houseware 24 Pockets Large Clear Pockets Over The Door Hanging Shoe Organizer, Gray (56" x 22.5") • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
3 Pieces Gold Black Triangle Banner Bunting Triangle Flags Gold Black Pennant Banner Bunting Signs Decoration for Wedding, New Year, Birthday, Graduation, Baby Shower Party • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$1,046.38

Vendor shipping charges

 $13.62

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$15.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,105.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$195.12

Total project goal

$1,300.82

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,300.82

9 Donors

-$1,276.56

Donations toward project cost

-$1,086.58

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$189.98

match offer

-$22.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$19.12

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.38

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.77

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