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Mrs. McGowan's Classroom

  • Oaklands Elementary School
  • Laurel, MD
  • 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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Go Away Germs

Help me give my students tissues, paper towels, soap, etc. to help fight the spread of germs!
Mrs. McGowan
Oaklands Elementary School•
Laurel, MD
  • $188 still needed
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Basic Needs for Everyday Learning

Help me give my students basic school supplies such as scissors, pencils, play doh, etc.
Mrs. McGowan
Oaklands Elementary School•
Laurel, MD
  • $219 still needed
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Sensory Toys

Please help me provide my students with sensory toys, kinetic sand, and other items for learners with special needs.
Mrs. McGowan
Oaklands Elementary School•
Laurel, MD
  • $182 still needed
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Basic Needs for Everyday Learning

Help me give my students basic school supplies such as glue, pencils, markers, etc.
Mrs. McGowan
Oaklands Elementary School•
Laurel, MD
  • $221 still needed
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Sensory Needs

Help me give my students sensory and fidget toys for special needs students.
Mrs. McGowan
Oaklands Elementary School•
Laurel, MD
  • $281 still needed
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Past projects 155

  • Color Everywhere!

    Funded Apr 7, 2025

    Thank you so much for your thoughtful donation to our classroom! Your support in helping us purchase colored paper has already made a big impact. It may seem like a simple supply, but in our room, it's a tool for creativity, engagement, and hands-on learning. We use colored paper for everything—from graphic organizers and anchor charts to art projects and interactive lessons. It helps students stay organized, express themselves, and feel excited about what they're learning. The bright colors add life to our walls and bring smiles to our faces every day. Your kindness reminds my students that there are people out there who believe in them and want to see them succeed. Thank you for being part of our classroom community. We're so grateful!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by Optimum and 2 other donors.

  • I Love This Book!

    Funded Apr 9, 2025

    Thank you so much for supporting my students and this classroom project. My students were so excited when they opened these boxes. They are thrilled to read books especially books with some of their favorite movie characters. They also love these books because they are perfectly leveled for their reading ability. Having access to books that my early readers can read independently is critical to develop their love for reading. Again, thank you so much for your support and generosity! Your kindness has gone a long way and means so much to my students!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community and one other donor.

  • No One Can Learn on an Empty Stomach

    Funded Apr 4, 2025

    Thank you so much for supporting this project! Your support and generosity means so much to my students and I. They are going to be so excited to learn these new resources are on the way to us. Again thank you so much! We are so grateful and appreciative! Take care.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by LOFT and 2 other donors.

  • Basic Needs for Everyday Learning

    Funded Dec 3, 2024

    Thank you so much for supporting this project and my students! These resources are going to be put to great use right away! My students and I are so grateful for your support and generosity. These resources also couldn't come at a better time! We are ready to replenish many of our well loved resources.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community and 3 other donors.

  • Learn to Read!

    Funded Aug 24, 2024

    Thank you so much for supporting this project, my students, and our classroom! These resources have been a tremendous help in teachinng reading to my young kindergarten students. Having hands on resources to make connections with has been so helpful. My ELD students have also benefited greatly from the realia materials. Realia is an ELD teaching strategy that integrates real life objects into teaching. This helps make meaningful connections. Again, thank you so much for supporting the learning in our classroom. We are forever grateful!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by Pull Up Fund and one other donor.
My students are the greatest group of 5 and 6 year olds! They are always so eager to learn! My class is very diverse with some families being more fortunate than others. With 25 students in my Kindergarten class, my students have learned to work together and support one another. I am very excited to watch them grow throughout the school year!

About my class

My students are the greatest group of 5 and 6 year olds! They are always so eager to learn! My class is very diverse with some families being more fortunate than others. With 25 students in my Kindergarten class, my students have learned to work together and support one another. I am very excited to watch them grow throughout the school year!

About my class

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