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Mrs. Laura McBride from Houston, TX is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Stock the Shelves, Spark the Year

Help me give my students essential supplies to help students start the school year organized, confident, and ready to learn.

  • $1,222 goal

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

This project expired on September 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

Help Us Start the Year Strong and Fully Stocked!

The start of a new school year is one of the most joyful times filled with fresh faces, high hopes, and endless possibilities.

But for teachers, it also means investing a lot into creating a well-equipped, welcoming space for every student who walks through the door. With nearly 230 energetic and eager 6th-grade scholars, the costs of stocking our classroom add up quickly.

From Expo dry erase markers and binders with colorful dividers to bold block letters and bulletin board paper that make our classroom visually inspiring, every item plays a role in student learning. The storage caddies will help keep supplies organized and accessible, while eucalyptus-themed décor and Febreze Small Spaces air fresheners will help create a clean, calm, and inviting environment where students can thrive.

A reliable Epson EcoTank printer is essential for printing last-minute assignments, thank-you notes, and student reflections. A laminator helps protect anchor charts and learning materials that we use all year long. Items like music stands, paper clip holders, and pillow décor may seem small, but they each help build a learning space that feels special, loved, and structured.

My goal is to create an organized, beautiful, and resource-rich classroom where every student feels at home and has what they need to succeed. Your support allows us to begin the school year not only prepared but empowered.

Thank you for being a part of our classroom community. Your generosity helps ensure our shelves are stocked, our walls are welcoming, and our students are inspired to grow and achieve their very best.

Mrs. Laura McBride Ray L Shotwell Middle 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.

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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.

Houston, TX 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

HBCU Alum 230 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Epson - EcoTank ET-4850 All-in-One Supertank Inkjet Printer - White • Best Buy Education $349.99 1 $349.99
Teacher Created Resources Eucalyptus Green Portable Plastic Storage Caddy 6-Pack for Classrooms, Kids Room, and Office Organization, 3 Compartments • Amazon Business $35.99 2 $71.98
Manhasset Symphony Music Stand in Assorted Colors Sage • Music & Arts $65.75 1 $65.75
Scotch Brand Scotch TL906 Thermal Laminator, Never Jam Technology Automatically Prevents Misfed Items, 2 Roller System , 9 inch (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $46.27 1 $46.27
Avery Heavy-Duty View 3 Ring Binder, 1.5 Inch One Touch Slant Rings, 375-Sheet Capacity, DuraHinge, 2.1 Inch Wide Spine, Customizable Clear Cover and Spine, 1 Pastel Sage Green Binder (79819) • Amazon Business $13.36 3 $40.08
Febreze Small Spaces Air Freshener, 6 Pack, Linen & Sky & Fresh • Amazon Business $36.79 1 $36.79
Mr. Pen Binder Dividers with 8-Tab, Pastel Colors, 3 Ring Binder with Tabs and Pockets • Amazon Business $17.84 2 $35.68
Teacher Created Resources 4" Bold Block Letters Combo Pack, Eucalyptus Green, 230 Characters/Pack, 3 Packs (TCR8693-3) • Quill.com $32.12 1 $32.12
Expo Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Assorted Colors, 36/Pack (2138424) • Quill.com $31.03 1 $31.03
Febreze SMALL SPACES Fresh-Harvest Pumpkin • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
Amazon - Echo Pop (1st Generation) Smart Speaker with Alexa - Midnight Teal • Best Buy Education $27.99 1 $27.99
Febreze Small Spaces Holiday Air Freshener Fresh Baked Vanilla Scent, 25 fl. oz each, Pack of 2 • Amazon Business $27.95 1 $27.95
JAM Paper Jumbo Paper Clip, Gold, 3 Pack of 75 (21832060B) • Quill.com $25.27 1 $25.27
Febreze Small Spaces Air Freshener, Odor Eliminator, Linen & Sky (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $25.00 1 $25.00
Home Sweet Classroom Eucalyptus Throw Pillow • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Febreze Small Spaces Cranberry Tart • Amazon Business $6.50 3 $19.50
Teacher Created Resources Eucalyptus Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Crayola Take Note! Chisel-Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count - Low Odor, Bold Colors, Ink Level Indicator - Classroom Art Supplies for Teachers, Students & Kids Ages 3+ • Kaplan Early Learning Company $15.26 1 $15.26
JAM Paper Jumbo Paper Clip, Green, 3 Packs of 75(42186878B) • Quill.com $14.54 1 $14.54
HAOKHOME Peel and Stick Wallpaper Boho Green/White Eucalyptus Leaf Floral Wall Mural Home Nursery Decor Renter Friendly Wallpaper 17.7in x 9.8ft • Amazon Business $12.78 1 $12.78
Expo 2-in-1 Tank Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Assorted 8/Pack (1944658) • Staples $11.87 1 $11.87
LEAZUL Ceramic Paper Clip Holder Gold Line Paper Clip Dispenser Organizer for Desk Cute Terrazzo Marble Pattern Office Binder Clip Holder Bobby Pin and Hair Clip Holder Gift for Office Pink • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Expo Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Assorted 8/Pack (1927524) • Staples $9.24 1 $9.24
Giant Paper Clips, 40 Pcs 4 Inches Large Paper Clips -Timenu 100mm Jumbo Smooth Metal Multicolored Paperclips for Office School Document organizing • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98

Materials cost

$993.01

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.90

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,037.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$183.16

Total project goal

$1,221.07

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