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Mr. Motola from Staten Island, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sharp Pencils for Sharp Students

Help me give my students a few basic supplies like tape and pencils to support daily learning activities. Thank you for your support.

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  • $185 goal
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Mr. Motola PS 13 M L Lindemeyer
Staten Island, NY Grades PreK-2

My Project

I love how my students show curiosity, resilience, and kindness every day. They work hard, encourage one another, and take pride in their learning, no matter the challenge.

Pencils help my students practice writing, drawing, and problem-solving, giving them a way to express their ideas and build confidence.

Tape supports hands-on activities, allowing students to create projects, organize materials, and explore learning in a tactile, engaging way. Together, these simple resources make a big difference in helping my students stay focused, creative, and successful. Thank you in advance for all your help.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

25 students impacted
Mr. Motola PS 13 M L Lindemeyer Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Staten Island, NY View local requests

More than three‑quarters of 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

25 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 300 Pack - Pre-sharpened pencils #2 Wood-Cased Yellow Sharpened Pencils for Kids with Latex-Free Eraser Top for Office and Classroom Supplies. • Amazon Business $25.73 3 $77.19
AFMAT Pencil Sharpener, Electric Pencil Sharpener for Colored Pencils, Auto Stop, Fast Sharpen in 3s, Large Hole Pencil Sharpeners Plug in for 6-12mm No.2/Jumbo Pencils PS93 • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22.2 yds., Clear (142) • Quill.com $5.60 4 $22.40

Materials cost

$124.58

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$156.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.61

Total project goal

$184.06

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