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Mrs. Sanders from New Deal, TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Successful Second Graders Need Beginning of the Year School Supplies!

Help me give my students backpacks, dry erase boards, crayons, fidget pack, easel pad, and magnet building supplies for a successful new year.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Sanders's classroom raised $555

This project is fully funded

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

Whiteboards play a vital role in the classroom as they offer an interactive platform for visual learning. My students can actively participate in discussions, problem-solving, and presentations, enhancing their engagement and understanding of the subject matter. Whiteboards also encourage collaborative learning, where my students can work together to share ideas and foster a supportive learning environment.

As an educator, providing my students with essential supplies and resources for back to school is crucial for their academic and overall development.

Backpacks are indispensable for students as they offer a practical means of organizing and carrying their books, notebooks, and other learning materials. A well-designed backpack promotes organization and responsibility, ensuring that students have easy access to their resources and can be prepared for each class. By encouraging the use of backpacks, it will instill a sense of responsibility in my students and teach them valuable life skills like time management and planning ahead.

Crayons and chart paper cater to different aspects of my students' learning needs. It provides a creative outlet, allowing students to express themselves through stimulating their imagination. Chart paper is used for brainstorming, visualizing ideas, and presenting information to the class. It encourages my students to think critically and communicate effectively.

Fidget toys can be beneficial for students who may struggle with attention or sensory needs. These can help channel excess energy or reduce anxiety, enabling students to focus better on their learning tasks. Magnetic building blocks add an element of hands-on learning to the classroom. They promote spatial reasoning, problem-solving, and creativity.

With your support, my students will grow in their literacy and basic academic skills.

Mrs. Sanders New Deal Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

New Deal, TX View local requests

More than half 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

60 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Winterlace 12 Pack Backpack, Bulk 17 inch Lightweight Outdoor Travel Gym Corporate Events Bag (Assorted) • Amazon Business $74.99 2 $149.98
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 in x 30 in, White, 30 Sheets/Pad, 2 Pad/Pack, Large White Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper, Super Sticking Power (559) • Amazon Business $50.32 2 $100.64
Set of 12 Small White Board Dry Erase Boards Classroom Pack Mini White Boards 9"x12” Double Sided Personal Whiteboards for Students Teachers School Supplies Lapboards l 12 Mini Whiteboard Erasers Incl • Amazon Business $25.99 3 $77.97
Crayola Crayons Bulk, 24 Crayon Packs with 24 Assorted Colors, School Supplies • Amazon Business $40.97 1 $40.97
PicassoTiles 100 Piece Set 100pcs Magnet Building Tiles Clear Magnetic 3D Building Blocks Construction Playboards, Creativity Beyond Imagination, Inspirational, Recreational, Educational Conventional • Amazon Business $39.98 1 $39.98
50 Pcs Fidget Pack - Party Favors Gifts for Kids, Adults & Autistics - Stress Relief Autism Sensory Toy - Fidget Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its Fidgets Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95

Materials cost

$434.49

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$471.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.12

Total project goal

$554.13

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$554.13

1 Donor

-$277.06

Donations toward project cost

-$235.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$41.56

match offer

-$277.07

Match offer toward project cost

-$235.51

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$41.56

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$0.00

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