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Mrs. Lester from Chattanooga, TN is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bring on the Basics!

Help me give my students some basics to head back into the classroom.

  • $451 goal

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My Students

My students are very diverse and come from varied multicultural backgrounds. School is their place to explore and be creative.

I help my students to understand the concept of YET.

They may not know a lot yet, but they will! We learn about perseverance. If they keep trying they can beat the odds and achieve their goals and dreams. They may be only 5 and 6 but they have big dreams. My hope is to help build self-confidence and to help them get the educational foundation they need.

My Project

We are so excited to be heading back into the classroom after being remote for the past two months. Over the winter break we moved into a brand new school. With a new school comes a need for some basics like storage containers, special tape for the walls and some decor items. Trying to set up the new room I have been creating many new items, which is why the card stock and laminating sheets are needs.

The addition of a clam corner will be great to help students self regulate emotions.

I have chosen several items to go in this relaxing area. I can't wait to share this new space with my students.

Mrs. Lester Harrison Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

More about Mrs. Lester

Chattanooga, TN View local requests

More than half of 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

16 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sterilite 19638606 Large Clip Box, Clear with Blue Aquarium Latches, 6-Pack • Amazon Business $50.41 1 $50.41
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 in x 30 in, White, 30 Sheets/Pad, 2 Pad/Pack, Great for Virtual Teachers and Students (559) • Amazon Business $40.64 1 $40.64
Clipboard Dry Erase Surface 9'' x 12.5'' Letter Size Low Profile Clip Whiteboard (Pack of 30) • Amazon Business $39.95 1 $39.95
200 PCS Dot Shaped Floor Marking Tape 3.5" Vinyl Floor Dot Removable Classroom Line Marker Social Distancing Dot Sticker Blue • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 3 Mil thick, Durable, Clean Finish, Professional Quality, 8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Letter Size Sheets, 200-Pack, Clear (TP3854-200) • Amazon Business $26.86 1 $26.86
Neenah Cardstock, Heavyweight, 600 Sheets, 110 lb/199 gsm, 94 Brightness, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91635-01), 2-Pack • Amazon Business $26.13 1 $26.13
Mavalus Tape 1" Wide X 324" 4-Pack • Amazon Business $22.88 1 $22.88
Schoolgirl Style | Black and White Wavy Line Bulletin Board Borders | Scalloped, Rolled, 36ft • Amazon Business $4.99 4 $19.96
20 Pieces Colorful Dry Erase Circles White Board Marker Removable Vinyl Dot Wall Decal for Drills and Training School Teaching Progress (11.8 Inches) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Twinkle Star 66FT 200 LED Indoor String Lights Warm White, Plug In String Lights 8 Modes Waterproof for Outdoor Christmas Wedding Party Bedroom • Amazon Business $15.89 1 $15.89
BIC Wite-Out Brand EZ Correct Correction Tape, White, 10-Count • Amazon Business $13.96 1 $13.96
Sensory Ring and Fidget Toy 3 Pack | Soft, Flexible Ring and Rubber Spikes | Helps Reduce Stress and Anxiety| Promotes Focus and Clarity | Children, Youth, Adults Sensory Toys • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
KMUYSL Welcome Back to School Banner - Extra Large Fabric 79" X 40" - First Day of School Backdrop Banner - Welcome Back to School Party Decorations Supplies - Classroom School Photo Backdrop Decor • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
4 Pack Bean Bags Fidget Toys for Sensory Kids with Water Beads, Desk and Preschool Toys with Different Shapes for Stress and Anxiety Relief, Sensory Toys That Develops Tactile and Fine Motor Skills • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Magnetic Squares - 110 Self Adhesive Magnetic Squares (Each 4/5" x 4/5") - Flexible Sticky Magnets - Peel & Stick Magnetic Sheets - Tape is Alternative to Magnetic Stickers, Magnetic Strip and Roll • Amazon Business $9.55 1 $9.55

Materials cost

$348.10

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.22

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$383.32

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.64

Total project goal

$450.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$450.96

4 Donors

-$221.07

Donations toward project cost

-$195.41

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.66

match offer

-$221.07

Match offer toward project cost

-$187.91

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.16

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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$0.00

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