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Ms. McVay from Memphis, TN is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Start Strong, Finish Strong!

Help me give my students what they need to begin and end a great, rewarding school year, by providing both basic needs and their hearts' desires!

  • $709 goal

This project expired on September 2, 2024.

This project expired on September 2, 2024.

My Project

I have the pleasure of teaching some very clever and energetic second-grade students who love to learn, compete, and thrive! Each day, we strive to become stronger readers, writers, listeners, speakers, and thinkers!

I want to be able to provide my students with much-needed supplies, materials, and incentives to aid in making the school year meaningful and memorable, as they attain skills in Reading and Language Arts!

From August until May, the students learn important skills to better help prepare them for future grades, state testing, and life in general.

Some students don't come to school with the basic supplies needed for learning. I want to ease their minds so they can be more open and ready for each day's activities. Also, students love recognition and rewards for their hard work. This project includes some of their most-loved snacks and other treats to keep them motivated for learning and growth.

Ms. McVay Delano 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.

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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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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

52 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
UltraOutlet 24-Pack Nylon Drawstring Backpack Lightweight Draw String Sports Bags in Bulk Gym Cinch Sack Heavy-duty • Amazon Business $18.89 2 $37.78
Kleenex Expressions Ultra Soft Facial Tissues, 18 Cube Boxes, 60 Tissues per Box, 3-Ply (1,080 Total Tissues), Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $31.49 1 $31.49
Charms Blow Pop Lollipops Assorted Flavors 65 oz. 100 Pieces (CRM3869) • Staples $29.98 1 $29.98
Crayola Full Size Colored Pencils, Assorted Colors, Set of 12 • School Specialty $2.99 10 $29.90
24 Bulk Coloring Books for Kids Ages 4-8 - Assorted 24 Licensed Coloring Activity Books for Boys, Girls | Bundle Includes Full-Size Books, Crayons, Stickers, Games, Puzzles, More (No Duplicates) • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Gloween 320 Pack #2 Pencils Bulk, Pre-sharpened Wood-Cased 2 HB Soft Yellow Pencils for Writing/Drawing/Sketching, Bulk Pack for Office School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Niro Assortment | Trident Chewing Gum Sampler Gum Variety Pack | Assorted Trident Gum | Sugar-Free | 7 Assorted Flavors • Amazon Business $12.75 2 $25.50
NOSH PACK Charm Mini Pops Bulk Charms Lollipops Charm Suckers Candy Individually Wrapped 18 Assorted Flavors with NP Bag, 300 Count • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
School Smart BioFiber No. 2 Pencils, Pre-Sharpened, Assorted Colors, Box of 12 - Wood • School Specialty $4.49 5 $22.45
100 Pcs Fun Pencils for Kids Bulk Pompom Fluffy Pencils Cute Fuzzy Pencil Multicolored Wooden Pencil Colorful with Fur Ball for Children Students School Classroom Birthday Party Favor Rewards Gift • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
OREO Mini Cookies, CHIPS AHOY! Mini Cookies, SOUR PATCH KIDS Candy & Nutter Butter Bites Cookies & Candy Variety Pack, 32 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $20.68 1 $20.68
Staples Teacher Pack 5 Kids Blunt Tip Stainless Steel Scissors Straight Handle Right and Left Handed 24/Pack (TR55059) • Staples $20.51 1 $20.51
Crayola Colored Pencils Assorted Colors 12/Box (68-4012) • Staples $1.77 10 $17.70
Takis Blue Heat 40 pc / 1 oz Multipack, Hot Chili Pepper Flavored Extreme Spicy Rolled Tortilla Chips • Amazon Business $17.59 1 $17.59
Smartfood Popcorn, Variety Pack, 0.5 Ounce (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $17.49 1 $17.49
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit & Berries 'N Cherries Bulk Variety Pack, Perfect for School Lunches, Gluten Free, 0.8 oz Individual Single Serve Bags (Pack of 60) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Pencil top Erasers,200 Pack,Pencil erasers Toppers,Cap erasers,Pencil Eraser caps,Eraser Tops,Pencil top erasers for Kids,Cap erasers for Pencils Bulk,9 Colors • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
SNICKERS, TWIX, 3 MUSKETEERS & MILKY WAY Minis Size Chocolate Candy Variety Mix, 67.2-Ounce 240 Pieces (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $15.79 1 $15.79
Pop Fidget Toys Bulk Its Kids Party Favors 24PCS Pop Fidget Bracelets It Fidget Toy Pack Fidgets for Classroom Prizes End of Year Student Gifts Birthday Goodie Bag Stuffers Sensory Toys for Girls Boys • Amazon Business $7.64 2 $15.28
SP HOME GOODS Tooth Saver Necklace Holders | Colorful Teeth Saver Necklaces | Tooth Fairy Kids Necklaces | Great Dentist Office Incentive Reward Prize and Unique Keepsake Box 100-Pack • Amazon Business $14.89 1 $14.89
Ultimate Assorted Candy Party Mix - 2 LB Bag - Mega Variety Bulk Candy Assortment - Individually Wrapped Candy - Candy Bulk –Queen Jax - Easter Candy Bulk - Candy Variety Pack - Candy - Candy Mix • Amazon Business $14.89 1 $14.89
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Snack Stacks, Lunch Snacks, Office and Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (27 Cups) • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
SlocciPro Motivational Quote Rubber Wristbands Colored Inspirational Silicone Bracelets Stretch Unisex Wristbands for Men Women Teens, 20 Styles • Amazon Business $13.95 1 $13.95
(60 Pcs) Fidget Toys Fidgets Sensory Toys Pop Its It Party Favors Figette Toy Pack Bulk Box Stress Autism Autistic for Kids Children Boys Girls Adults Gifts Set Mini Carnival Treasure Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Lip Smacker Coca Cola Collection, lip balm made for kids - Holiday Classic Coke Bottle • Amazon Business $6.00 2 $12.00
4E's Novelty Foam Tic Tac Toe Game [Bulk 24 Pack] Individually Wrapped Valentines Gifts for Kids Party Favors, Goody Bag Fillers Toys, Classroom Exchange • Amazon Business $11.75 1 $11.75
Jolly Rancher Hard Candy, Assorted Flavors, 14 oz., (HEC55686) • Quill.com $8.79 1 $8.79
JOYIN 60 Pcs Slap Bracelets for Kids Bulk Wristbands with Animals, Friendship, Heart Print 36 Designs, for kids Easter Party Favors, Classroom Prizes Exchanging Gifts • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
Qyyiguf 40 Pcs 7 Inch Flexible Pencils,Soft Novelty Pencil,Multi Colored Striped Soft Pencil with Eraser for Valentine's Day,Children Kids Gift School Fun Equipment • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Anyumocz 48 Pcs 7 Inch Flexible Soft Pencil,Soft Cool Fun Pencil with Erasers,Colorful Magic Bendy Flexible Soft Pencil for Children or Students as Great Party Favor,Reward,Novelty Gifts • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$558.74

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.24

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.38

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$602.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.30

Total project goal

$708.66

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