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I need pens, tissues, paper, and other basic supplies to run my classroom.
1. Pens (Felt Tip)
Quantity: 2
$43.30
$41.70 left
2. Tissues
Quantity: 3
$55.20
3. Paper (Color)
Quantity: 2
$42.24
4. Paper (White)
Quantity: 1
$10.61
needed to fund all suppliesAll item costs listed include a 15% fee to cover fulfillment and taxes, if applicable.
$150
Each item may contain multiple units per quantity.
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Sandra Ballengee gave to Mrs. Lomax and said Thanks for teaching our youth
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Thank you for helping my scholars.
July 23, 2025
patrick a costa gave to Mrs. Lomax and said I wish I could give more. God bless you all
Mrs. Lomax responded
Thank you for caring for my scholars
May 3, 2025
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On average, U.S. public school teachers spend $500 of their own money each year on classroom supplies and other essentials their students need to succeed.
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