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Ms. Spencer from Mount Vernon, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sparkle and Shine for This Class of Mine

Help me give my students bright new classroom boards that will display their creativity.

  • $297 goal

This project expired on October 8, 2025.

This project expired on October 8, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Our classroom is a space where student work is celebrated and learning is always on display! This project will help us add a touch of sparkle and shine to our bulletin boards, turning them into vibrant showcases that highlight student achievements and provide important visual resources for every subject.

With your support, we'll be able to create eye-catching displays with the bulletin board paper that inspire pride, build confidence, and reinforce key learning concepts.

From borders and letter cutouts to colorful backgrounds and themed decor, these materials will help us create a classroom environment that feels warm, welcoming, and exciting for our young learners.

Ms. Spencer Traphagen Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Mount Vernon, NY 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

25 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Teacher Created Resources Blush Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $18.97 3 $56.91
Teacher Created Resources Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll, Calming Blue - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult - Lightweight • School Specialty $18.97 3 $56.91
Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $52.93 1 $52.93
131ft Boho Bulletin Board Borders Bulletin Classroom Rainbow Hearts Border Trims Boho Colorful Straight Borders Stickers for Classroom Decor School Blackboard Desk • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Teacher Created Resources Oh Happy Day Our Birthdays Mini Bulletin Board Set 21" x 5-3/4" Title Piece • Amazon Business $10.50 1 $10.50

Materials cost

$207.23

Vendor shipping charges

$11.38

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$251.72

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$44.42

Total project goal

$296.14

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

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