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Ms. Ellis from Durham, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Working in the Classroom

Help me give my students dry erase markers, reusable plastic sleeves, colored pencils, stickers and other items to solve problems and reward them for their hard work.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ellis's classroom raised $640

This project is fully funded

My Project

Differentiating the tools students use to demonstrate their mastery of new math skills. In this project I have selected dry erase markers and erasers for students to solve problems on their desk/whiteboards. Students tend to enjoy writing on their desks with the ability to erase when they are done. The post it note chart paper and markers allows for students to collaborate with each other to present their tasks to the class.

The incentive charts are for students to track their progress in completing tasks.

Once the task has been met, the ribbons/ stickers/ squishies are rewards for their dedication and hard work or "bragging rights".

Ms. Ellis Lowes Grove 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.

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.

Durham, NC 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 120 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Puroma 35 Pack Dry-Erase Pockets Reusable Plastic Sleeves Assorted Colors Waterproof Pocket with 2 Rings for Classroom, School, Office, Home - Colorful • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Black, 36 Count • Amazon Business $25.64 2 $51.28
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Whiteboard Markers with Low Odor Ink, Fine Tip, Assorted Vibrant Colors, 36 Count • Amazon Business $24.18 2 $48.36
Chinco Award Ribbons Bulk Participant Ribbons for Prizes Fun Award Ribbons Honorable Mention Set with Event Card and Rope for Kids Competition Sports Event School Contest (Classic, 100 Pieces) • Amazon Business $21.99 2 $43.98
Crayola Bulk Colored Pencils, Pre-sharpened, Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, 12 Assorted Colors, Pack of 24 [Amazon Exclusive] • Amazon Business $38.30 1 $38.30
SUNPROUND 130Pcs Mochi Squishy Toys, Kawaii Squishies, Mini Fidget Toys Bulk for Kids, Party Favors Class Prizes Valentines Day Easter Egg Fillers,Christmas Goodies Bag Stuffers for Boys Girls • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy Duty Classroom Pencil Sharpeners for 6.5-8mm No.2/Colored Pencils, UL Listed Industrial Pencil Sharpener w/Stronger Helical Blade, Best School Pencil Sharpener • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
Mr. Sketch Scented Washable Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colours, 36 Count • Amazon Business $22.26 1 $22.26
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $10.60 2 $21.20
Learning Resources Answer Buzzers - Set of 4, Ages 3+, Assorted Colored Buzzers, Game Show Buzzers, Perfect for Family Game and Trivia Nights,Back to School • Amazon Business $9.98 2 $19.96
EXPO Neon Dry Erase Markers, Bullet Tip, Assorted Colors, 5 Count • Amazon Business $9.76 2 $19.52
Post-it Super Sticky Big Notes, 11 in x 11 in, 1 Pad, 2X The Sticking Power, Neon Green (BN11G) • Amazon Business $9.44 2 $18.88
Post-it Super Sticky Big Notes, 11 in x 11 in, 1 Pad, 2X The Sticking Power, Neon Orange (BN11O) • Amazon Business $8.69 2 $17.38
Post-it Super Sticky Big Notes, Single Color (Yellow), Double Adhesion, 11 in x 11 in • Amazon Business $8.39 2 $16.78
60 Pack Dry Erase Erasers Assorted Colors Magnetic Whiteboard Erasers for Kids and Students - Smudge Free Small Dry Erase Board Erasers for Classroom Home, School and Office • Amazon Business $15.85 1 $15.85
Amazon Basics 36-Pack AAA Alkaline High-Performance Batteries, 1.5 Volt, 10-Year Shelf Life • Amazon Business $11.62 1 $11.62
Creative Teaching Press Small Vertical Incentive Charts Variety Pack (5169) • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
700 Pieces Punny Reward Stickers Positive Punny Labels Good Behavior Motivational Sticker Fun Teacher Stickers for Students Cute Cartoon Incentive Stickers for Kids Teacher Classroom School Chart • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$469.77

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$36.64

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$543.46

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$95.90

Total project goal

$639.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$639.36

3 Donors

-$564.36

Donations toward project cost

-$479.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$84.65

Matching donations from our partners

-$75.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$63.75

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.25

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