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Ms. Tsoulos from Bayside, NY is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Tomorrow’s Leaders: Essential Tools for First Graders

Help me give my students a new printer and materials for the classroom. It will help support their learning and provide them with an ample amount of resources.

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My Project

I have the honor of teaching a vibrant group of young leaders in my first-grade classroom. These students are full of energy, curiosity, and a desire to learn. Every day, they show their potential to be problem solvers, collaborators, and critical thinkers. To nurture these future leaders, I aim to provide hands-on learning experiences that challenge and engage them in meaningful ways.

The resources I’m requesting, such as a printer, laminator, markers, math materials, and paper, will allow me to create and personalize lessons that meet the diverse needs of my students.

A printer will help me provide individualized learning materials, and a laminator will preserve reusable resources, saving time and ensuring the tools remain available for future classes. The math manipulatives and paper will be key in providing hands-on opportunities for my leaders to explore numbers, patterns, and problem-solving, giving them the confidence they need to tackle more complex concepts.

My goal for this project is to ensure that my students have the tools they need to become successful learners and future leaders. Every item will be used to help them grow academically and socially, building skills like collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity. Your support will make a significant impact on their learning journey, providing the foundation they need to lead in the future. With these resources, we can create a classroom where every student feels empowered, supported, and ready to take on new challenges.

Thank you for helping us shape the leaders of tomorrow!

Ms. Tsoulos PS 390Q Grades PreK-2

More about Ms. Tsoulos

Bayside, NY 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Epson - EcoTank ET-2800 Wireless All-in-One Supertank Inkjet Printer - White • Best Buy Education $213.95 1 $213.95
3M Laminator Kit With Every Size Laminating Pouch • Amazon Business $66.34 1 $66.34
Neenah Paper 40311 Exact Index Card Stock, 90lb, 94 Bright, 8 1/2 x 11, White, 250 Sheets • Amazon Business $12.98 5 $64.90
Epson - EcoTank 522 3-Pack Ink Bottles - Cyan/Magenta/Yellow • Best Buy Education $38.11 1 $38.11
IRIS USA Plastic Storage Bins with Lids 6 Qt. Craft Organizers and Storage, Art Supply Storage Organizer, Arts and Crafts Organizer, Stackable and Secure Latch, Clear/Violet - 6 Pack • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
IRIS USA 2.7 Qt. Plastic Storage Bins with Lids, 10 Pack, Craft Organizers and Storage, Art Supply Storage Organizer, Arts and Crafts Flat Storage Container, Stackable, Secure Latch, Clear/Violet • Amazon Business $27.49 1 $27.49
IRIS USA Plastic Storage Bins with Lids 5.4 Qt. Craft Organizers and Storage with Handle, Art Supply Storage Organizer, Arts and Crafts Organizer, Stackable and Secure Latch, Clear/Violet - 6 Pack • Amazon Business $25.63 1 $25.63
Epson - EcoTank 522 Ink Bottle - Black • Best Buy Education $12.73 2 $25.46
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Crayola Dough - Silly Scents | 60x1oz Scented Play Dough Party Pack | 60 Modeling Compound Tubs in 6 Bright Colors & Scents | Kids Party Favors | Classroom Prizes | Summer Activities for Kids • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
EOOUT 36pcs Mesh Zipper Pouches for Organizing, Zipper Bags, 16x11 Inches Large Puzzle Bags, 12 Colors Storage Bag Zipper File Bags for Office Supplies • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Simply magic 131 PCS Base Ten Blocks for Math - Place Value Blocks, Base 10 Math Manipulatives K-3, Math Counters, Number Blocks, Math Cubes for Kids, Counting Blocks - Kindergarten 1st 2nd 3rd Grade • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Black, Low-Odor, Pack of 36, Perfect for Whiteboards, Non-Porous Surfaces & Home Offices • Amazon Business $20.44 1 $20.44
WUWEOT 12 Pack Plastic Activity Tray, 13.4"X9.8" Arts and Crafts Organizer Tray, Multicolor Serving Tray for Slime and Sensory Toys, School Home Arts and Crafts, DIY Projects, Painting, Beads Supply • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Astrobrights Colored Cardstock, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, 65 lb/176 gsm, Pastel 5-Color Assortment, 50 Sheets, Yellow • School Specialty $5.02 2 $10.04
KUTOI Math Manipulatives Counting Cubes, Educational Number Blocks, Classroom Toys Kindergarten Learning Materials Homeschool Supplies,Set of 100 Math Cubes for Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$653.29

Vendor shipping charges

$1.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$694.09

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$122.49

Total project goal

$816.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$816.58

3 Donors

-$429.92

Donations toward project cost

-$409.17

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.75

match offer

-$335.20

Match offer toward project cost

-$284.92

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$50.28

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$51.46

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$0.00

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