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Ms. Marassa from Chicago, IL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bright Futures Begin with Supplies!

Help me give my students basic school supplies like laminating sheets, birthday celebrations, crayons, and more to successfully finish off the school year.

  • 2 donors
  • $135 still needed

expires Aug 16

  • 2 donors
  • $135 still needed
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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

What I love most about my students is their curiosity, resilience, and genuine joy in learning. Every day, they come to class ready to explore, ask questions, and support each other. Many of them face challenges outside of school, but the moment they step into our classroom, they light up with excitement for what we’ll do and learn together. Their enthusiasm reminds me daily why I chose to teach.

Each of the requested items plays a meaningful role in creating a vibrant, supportive learning environment!

Laminating sheets will help preserve learning materials so they can be used again and again—whether it's visual aids, vocabulary cards, or interactive games. Laminated resources are more durable, allowing students to engage hands-on without worry, especially during centers or small group work. Creativity is a huge part of how my students learn. Crayons allow them to express themselves, visualize ideas, and participate in interactive lessons. From illustrating stories to creating math visuals, having access to crayons ensures every student can make learning colorful and personal. A little bit of candy goes a long way! I use it as a motivational tool to celebrate achievements, good behavior, and effort. Positive reinforcement helps build a supportive classroom culture where students feel seen, appreciated, and encouraged to keep trying their best.

Each item may seem small, but together, they help me create a classroom where learning is fun, engaging, and accessible to all students.

Ms. Marassa Dawes Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. Marassa

Chicago, IL 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

25 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kolewo4ever 400 Pieces Happy Birthday Gifts for Student 100 Happy Birthday Rubber Bracelets,100 Pencils,200 Happy Birthday Badge Stickers for Teachers Classrooms Reward Birthday Party Favors • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Laffy Taffy Assorted Chewy Candy 49.3 oz 145/Tub (FER42356 ) • Staples $19.73 1 $19.73
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets, 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $19.68 1 $19.68
Jade Active 30 Pack Dry Erase Pockets, 10x13 Inches, Assorted Colors, Reusable and Oversized Dry Erase Sleeves, Classroom and Teacher Supplies, Clear Plastic Sheet Protectors/Ticketholder • Amazon Business $15.65 1 $15.65
Crayola Twistables Swirl Mini Crayons - Set of 10, Assorted Colors • Blick Art Materials $4.61 3 $13.83
Nerds Grape & Strawberry, 12 oz Bag • Amazon Business $11.02 1 $11.02
Mr. Pen- Washable Gel Crayons, 20 Pack, Twistable Crayons, Non-Toxic, Crayons for Kids, Twist Crayons, Kids Crayons, Crayons for Adult Coloring Books, Adult Crayons, Coloring Crayons, Color Crayons • Amazon Business $9.84 1 $9.84

Materials cost

$117.74

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.77

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$159.46

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.14

Total project goal

$187.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$187.60

1 Donor

-$24.44

Donations toward project cost

-$24.44

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$24.44

Match offer toward project cost

-$20.77

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.67

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.31

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$134.41

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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