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Mrs. Bates from Camden, SC is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Teaching Minds, Reaching Hearts

Help me give my students a way to learn how to control their big emotions in a safe way!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Bates's classroom raised $184

This project is fully funded

My Project

Many of my students come to school each morning eager to learn but without the necessary supplies that help them fully engage. Things like pencils, crayons, notebooks, and dry-erase markers may seem small—but to my students, they mean everything. These items help them feel included, capable, and ready to participate. When a child has their own materials, they take pride in their learning and feel a sense of belonging in the classroom.

As their teacher, it’s heartbreaking to see students hesitate or feel left out because they don’t have what they need.

That’s why I’m asking for your support. These supplies will not only support academic growth, but also foster confidence, independence, and a classroom culture where every child feels valued. Your donation helps us create a learning environment that’s full of encouragement, creativity, and joy. With your help, we can focus on what matters most—learning, growing, and building a bright future together. Thank you for making a difference in our classroom!

Mrs. Bates Jackson 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.

Camden, SC 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

20 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
8 Book Set: A Little SPOT of Learning - Kind Words, Friendship, Emotions, School, Letters, Reading, Math; calming corner, social emotional learning • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $62.00 1 $62.00
Play-Doh Modeling Dough, Assorted Colors, 3 Ounces, Set of 20 • School Specialty $21.97 1 $21.97
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
hand2mind Mindful Maze Garden Pack, Tactile Sensory Toys, Anxiety Relief Items, Occupational Therapy Toys, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Calming Corner Classroom, Social Emotional Learning Activities • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$112.33

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.03

Sales tax

 $7.92

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$155.96

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.52

Total project goal

$183.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $183.48

2 Donors

-$165.75

Donations toward project cost

-$155.96

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.79

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.73

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