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Ms. Felag from West Haven, CT is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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“Tools for Focused and Creative Minds”

Help me give my students supplies, like headphones and colored pencils, to help support focused and creative learning!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Felag's classroom raised $409

This project is fully funded

My Project

I love how curious, creative, and eager to learn my 5th-grade students are. They come into the classroom each day ready to grow, collaborate, and express themselves—whether through writing, problem-solving, or artistic projects.

The resources in this project will help set them up for success.

Headphones will allow students to focus during independent work, especially when using learning programs or videos. Dry erase markers, glue sticks, and colored pencils will support hands-on learning and help them show their thinking in fun, engaging ways. We also frequently use colored pencils in math to color-code graphs, highlight key parts of word problems, and represent volume and area visually. Highlighters will strengthen reading and writing skills, while binder clips and pencil pouches will help keep materials organized and accessible. Every item will help create a focused, supportive learning environment where students can thrive.

Having the right tools accessible makes a huge difference in how students learn and feel in the classroom. When supplies are accessible, students can stay focused, organized, and confident in their work. Many of my students don’t have access to basic materials at home, so having these resources available in class ensures everyone has what they need to succeed.

Ms. Felag May V Carrigan Intermediate 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.

West Haven, CT View local requests

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

25 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ticonderoga© Pencils - Set of 72 • Nasco $20.16 3 $60.48
Crayola Classpack Kids' Colored Pencils, Assorted Colors, 240/Carton (68-8024) • Quill.com $56.96 1 $56.96
Yunsailing 18 Pack Classroom Headphones Bulk Student Wired Class Headphones Set for Kids School with Individually Wrapped Adjustable Over Ear Head Earbuds(Black) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Marspark 48 Pieces 3 Ring Pencil Pouch Bag Bulk Zipper Pouches for 3 Ring Binder with Clear Window for Pencil Cases Office Supplies(Black) • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $21.38 1 $21.38
cloudriver Highlighters Bulk Pack of 72, Assorted Color, Chisel Point, Quick Drying Ink, Highlighters Suitable For Classroom, Office And Shop • Amazon Business $19.69 1 $19.69
Teacher Created Resources Chalk Brights Liquid Chalk Markers, 8/Pack (TCR20884) • Quill.com $18.47 1 $18.47
Crayola Take Note! Chisel-Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count • Kaplan Early Learning Company $15.26 1 $15.26
Elmer's School Washable Removable Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. White 30/Pack (E556) • Staples $10.99 1 $10.99
Binder Clips Assorted Sizes, 120 Pcs Colored Paper Clamps, Jumbo, Large, Medium, Small, Mini, Micro (120 Pcs) • Amazon Business $7.85 1 $7.85
Mr. Pen- Flexible Magnetic Tape, 1/2 Inch x 10 Feet, Magnetic Strip, Magnets with Adhesive Backing, Magnetic Strips with Adhesive Backing, Magnet Tape, Magnetic Tape Roll, Adhesive Magnetic Strips. • Amazon Business $6.84 1 $6.84

Materials cost

$312.90

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$347.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$61.34

Total project goal

$408.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$408.93

2 Donors

-$204.46

Donations toward project cost

-$173.79

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.67

Matching donations from our partners

-$204.47

Match offers toward project cost

-$173.80

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.67

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$0.00

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