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Ms. Ray from Houston, TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Supply Surge: Restock Essentials for a Steller School Year

Help me give my students the essential supplies they need to thrive for the rest of the year. Our classroom supplies have been worn down from daily use, and need replenishments to keep learning going strong.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ray's classroom raised $336

This project is fully funded

My Project

I’m excited to kick off a project to restock our classroom with essential supplies that will make a huge difference in my student’s learning experience. We’re in need of pencils, Expo markers, paper, headphones, markers, and scissors—tools that help bring creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking to life every day.

Restocking these classroom essentials is crucial for providing a productive and inspiring environment where my students can continue to grow and achieve.

Your support will help ensure they have what they need to keep challenging themselves and reaching their full potential through the rest of the year. Thank you so much for helping me provide the best education possible!

My students love to express themselves through writing, art, and projects, and they thrive when they are challenged to think critically. These supplies will enable them to continue exploring new ideas, working on hands-on activities, and engaging in personalized learning experiences. The headphones are especially important as they allow my students to focus on digital lessons, while the markers and scissors bring their creative projects to life.

Ms. Ray Holmquist 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.

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
TRU RED 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness 500 Sheets/Ream 5 Reams/Carton (TR56960) • Staples $28.41 2 $56.82
Yunsailing 18 Pack Classroom Headphones Bulk Student Headphones Wired Class Headphones Set for Kids School with Individually Wrapped Adjustable Over Ear Head Earbuds (Black) • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
Mr Sketch Mr. Sketch Premium Washable Scented Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Scents and Colors, Set of 36 • School Specialty $34.64 1 $34.64
Expo Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Black 36/Pack (1920940) • Staples $26.94 1 $26.94
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy Duty Pencil Sharpeners for Classroom, Home, UL Listed Pencil Sharpener for 6.5-8mm No.2/Colored Pencils, 10000+ Sharpening Times, Model S230 (Item No. PS66),Gray • Amazon Business $24.00 1 $24.00
Notebook Paper College Ruled, Loose Leaf Paper College Ruled Notebook Filler Paper, Lined Filler Paper for 3 Ring Binders - 10.5” X 8", for College, School Classroom - 100 Sheets/Pack (6 Pack) • Amazon Business $18.79 1 $18.79
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 144 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Scotch 5" Soft Touch Blunt Kid Scissors, Purple, 12 Count Teacher's Pack, Ideal for school supplies and classroom projects • Amazon Business $13.94 1 $13.94
ZZTX 4 PCS Professional Magnetic Staple Remover Puller Rubberized Staples Remover Staple Removal Tool for School Office Home 4 Colors • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$248.10

Vendor shipping charges

$3.46

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.72

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$285.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$50.34

Total project goal

$335.62

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$335.62

2 Donors

-$167.81

Donations toward project cost

-$142.64

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.17

match offer

-$167.81

Match offer toward project cost

-$142.64

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.17

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$0.00

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