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Ms. Whatley from Winston Salem, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Setting Up for Success

Help me give my students set up for success next school year, its never too early to get ready!

  • $738 goal

This project expired on September 21, 2025.

This project expired on September 21, 2025.

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Ms. Whatley Paisley IB Magnet School
Winston Salem, NC Grades 6-8

My Project

Help us create a vibrant learning environment by donating to our general classroom supplies project! New materials spark excitement and enthusiasm, empowering students to dive deeper into all subjects—especially in ELA, where having the right supplies fuels creativity, reading, and writing skills. With fresh notebooks, markers, and engaging resources, students can better express their ideas, build vocabulary, and develop strong communication skills.

Your support provides essential tools that make hands-on projects and meaningful learning possible, fostering teamwork, skill-building, and a strong sense of community.

When students see new supplies, their confidence grows, inspiring them to take on challenges and connect learning to real-world impact.

With your contribution, we can continue to equip our students with everything they need to grow, explore, and succeed in ELA and beyond. Donate today and be part of their educational journey toward creativity and kindness!

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

100 students impacted
Ms. Whatley Paisley IB Magnet School Grades 6-8

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.

Winston Salem, NC 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

100 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Staples Composition Notebook 7.5 x 9.75 Wide Ruled 80 Sheets Black/White 48 Notebooks/Carton (ST55076CT) • Staples $48.74 3 $146.22
LACCHOUFEE 320 Pack #2 Pencils Bulk Pre-sharpened Pencils with Eraser top, 2 HB Pencils for Writhing Drawing, Yellow Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk for Office, School, Teacher and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.99 5 $129.95
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
Konohan 32 Pack Headphones Bulk for School Student Classroom Set of Headphones Wire Headset Adjustable with 3.5 mm Jack for Adult(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack, 75 Wipes/Container, 3/Pack (30208) • Quill.com $13.59 5 $67.95
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $11.00 2 $22.00

Materials cost

$546.10

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $42.60

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.19

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$626.89

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$110.63

Total project goal

$737.52

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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