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Ms. Summers from Palmetto, FL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Brilliant Beginnings: Equip Our First Graders With Exciting New Tools!

Help me give my students vibrant supplies to kick off the new year with creativity and engagement, ensuring a dynamic classroom where every child can thrive and explore their potential from day one!

  • $502 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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My Project

I’m thrilled to work with my first graders, who bring endless curiosity and enthusiasm to our classroom. Each of the requested supplies will significantly enhance their learning experience. The Crayola large crayons will fuel their creativity through drawing, while the floor pillows will create a cozy reading nook that fosters a love for books.

The double sided dry erase clipboards will make lessons interactive, and the lanyards will help with organization and responsibility.

The fidget toys will serve as rewards, motivating students and adding fun to learning. Laminating pouches will preserve important materials, and the animal erasers will provide delightful incentives.

The hot glue gun will be perfect for creative projects, and the number line and carpet markers will support math lessons and classroom organization. Whiteboard tape and Washi tape will enhance our displays and projects.

My goal is to create an engaging, organized classroom where every student feels excited and supported. Your support will help provide these essential tools, making a significant difference in their learning journey. Thank you for helping make our classroom a vibrant place for growth and discovery!

Ms. Summers
Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Large Crayons - Classpack of 400, 8 Colors • Blick Art Materials $59.93 1 $59.93
Fumete 12 PCs Floor Pillows Cushions Round Seat Pillows Seating 15 x 15 Inches Color Chair Cushions Floor Pillow Reading Cushion for Kids Adults Classroom Home School Playing Supplies (Bright Color) • Amazon Business $57.99 1 $57.99
30 Pack Double Sided Dry Erase Clipboards 9"x12" Durable Clipboards Bulk with 30 Dry Erase Erasers, Dry Erase Clipboard with Low Profile Clip for School, Classroom and Home Use • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Blue Summit Supplies 12 Assorted Colors Lanyard with ID Holder, Lanyards for ID Badges, Vertical Lanyard Badge Holder with Lanyard for Teachers, Office, Cruise, Conferences or Event Passes, 12 Pack • Amazon Business $10.88 3 $32.64
880 PCS Party Favors for Kids Fidget Toys Bulk,Treasure Box Toys,Christmas Stockings Stuffers,Goodie Bags Stuffers,Pinata Stuffers,Treasure Chest Prizes,Prize Box Toys,Bulk Prize for kids Classroom • Amazon Business $29.98 1 $29.98
400 Pack 5.3 x 7.4 Inch Thermal Laminating Pouches 3 Mil Clear Laminating Sheets Plastic Laminating Paper Hot Glossy Laminator Pouches Office Laminating Supplies for Letter Photo Card ID Badge • Amazon Business $27.79 1 $27.79
URSKYTOUS 150Pcs Animal Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Cute Puzzle Erasers Pencil Erasers for Classroom Rewards Fun 3D Take Apart Erasers Toys Bulk Treasure Box Prizes Party Favors School Supplies Gift • Amazon Business $22.98 1 $22.98
Surebonder Cordless Hot Glue Gun, High Temperature, Full Size, 60W, 50% More Power - Sturdily Bonds Metal, Wood, Ceramics, Leather & Other Strong Materials (Specialty Series CL-800F) • Amazon Business $16.84 1 $16.84
25 Pieces Number Line for Classroom Wall Number Lines Classroom Borders 0 to 120 Number Line with Color-Coded Even and Odd Numbers for Math Classroom Decoration • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
ForTomorrow Carpet Markers with Numbers - 36 Pcs 4" Classroom Sitting Carpet Dot Number 1-36, Floor Rug Circles Marker Spot for Preschool Kindergarten Elementary • Amazon Business $12.60 1 $12.60
MyGift Wall Mounted Black Acrylic Dry Erase Marker Holder Organizer for 6 Markers and Eraser, Hanging Whiteboard Accessories Rack for Office Home Dorm Classroom Meeting Room • Amazon Business $11.68 1 $11.68
A Letter From Your Teacher: On the First Day of School (The Classroom Community Collection) • Amazon Business $11.14 1 $11.14
JEFURE 50Pcs Black Magnetic Dry Erase Markers with Eraser Cap, White Board Mini Dry erase Markers Bulk, Fine Point Tip Student White Board Markers for Teachers Office School Supplies • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98
Colored Dot Stickers 1 Inch, Circle Stickers Round Color Coding Dots Markers Sticker, 1575 PCS Removeable Sticky Labels Stickers Dots for Toddlers Students Office Classroom in 7 Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Scotch Permanent Double Sided Tape with Dispenser, 1/2 in x 250 in, 3 Tape Rolls, Home Office and Back to School Supplies • Quill.com $7.64 1 $7.64
12 Pcs Alphabet Bulletin Board Strips, Alphabet Chart Number Line for Classroom Wall Decorations, Including ABC Number Line and 0-10 Number Bulletin Board Decorations • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
selizo 20 Rolls 1/8 Whiteboard Tape Line, 3mm Thin Tape for Dry Erase Board, Pinstriping Tape, Draping Tape, Chart Tape for White Board Accessories DIY Art Crafts • Amazon Business $6.89 1 $6.89
27 Pcs Washi Tape, Colored Masking Tape Painter Tape, Washi Tape Rolls Art Supplies for Kids Color Tape, Colorful Tape 9 Colors, 16.4FT/Roll • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$390.03

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$425.88

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.16

Total project goal

$501.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$501.04

2 Donors

-$263.02

Donations toward project cost

-$223.57

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$39.45

match offer

-$238.01

Match offer toward project cost

-$202.31

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.70

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