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Ms. Deegan from Indianapolis, IN is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Deegan's classroom raised $507

Specialty Supplies

Help me give my students supplies like Sharpies, paper, and post it notes to help our learning run smoothly!

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Ms. Deegan Hawthorne Elementary School
Indianapolis, IN Grades 3-5

My Project

My students are special because they bring curiosity, creativity, and a genuine eagerness to learn into our classroom every day. Each child approaches challenges with their own strengths—some with bold ideas, others with quiet determination—and together they create a learning community that is vibrant, supportive, and full of joy.

What makes our learning unique is how we use simple supplies in powerful ways.

Paper becomes a space for planning and problem-solving, Sharpies help students make their thinking bold and visible, index cards turn into quick idea-catchers or study tools, and Post-its allow us to move ideas around, revise thinking, and collaborate. These materials help students express themselves, take ownership of their learning, and turn abstract ideas into something they can hold, share, and build upon.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

28 students impacted 9 donors
Ms. Deegan Hawthorne Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Indianapolis, IN 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

28 students impacted 9donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1884739) • Staples $18.29 4 $73.16
Brite Bee Sharpenator – Heavy Duty Classroom Electric Pencil Sharpener for Teachers & Students – Quiet Motor, Auto Stop, Large Bin, Helical Blade – Sharpens All Pencil Types • Amazon Business $32.27 2 $64.54
Astrobrights 65 lb. Cardstock Paper 8.5 x 11 Assorted Colors 250 Sheets/Pack (21003/22003) • Staples $24.79 2 $49.58
Quality Park 6x9 Clasp Envelopes, Extra Heavyweight 32 lb. Manila Kraft Envelopes, Gummed Seal and Clasp for Storing or Mailing, 100/Box (QUA37755) • Amazon Business $21.89 2 $43.78
Post-it Notes 3 x 3 Floral Fantasy Collection 100 Sheet/Pad 18 Pads/Pack (654-18BRCP) • Staples $21.29 2 $42.58
Astrobrights 65 lb. Cardstock Paper 8.5 x 11 Stardust White 250 Sheets/Pack (21408/22401) • Staples $17.19 2 $34.38
500 Pcs Clear Disposable Drinking Plastic Straws.(0.23'' diameter and 8.26" long) • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
PRALB 1000PCS Pencil Top Eraser Bulk Caps for Pencils,Chisel Shape Erasers Toppers for Party Favors Games Prizes, Pencil Top Erasers Cap for Home School Classroom Office Ocean Color • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
School Smart Blank Plain Index Card, 3 x 5 Inches, White, Pack of 100 • School Specialty $1.57 15 $23.55
Kolavia 100PCS Party Balloons, 12 Inches Premium Assorted Colorful Balloons, Bulk Pack of Strong Latex Balloons for Birthday, Party, Christmas, Wedding, Anniversary and Vacation • Amazon Business $4.74 2 $9.48

Materials cost

$392.02

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.36

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.88

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$430.26

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.93

Total project goal

$506.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $506.19

8 Donors

-$501.23

Donations toward project cost

-$430.26

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$70.97

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.96

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