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Ms. Michelle “Mimi” McDonald from Upper Marlboro, MD is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Celebrating Kindness Through Creativity and Compassion

Help me give my students the opportunity to spread joy, gratitude, and empathy through Random Acts of Kindness, fostering a compassionate school culture that uplifts everyone in our community.

  • $686 goal

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Ms. Michelle “Mimi” McDonald has another project! Donate to Fresh Start: Hygiene Help for Every Student to help her classroom.

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Ms. Michelle “Mimi” McDonald has another project! Donate to Fresh Start: Hygiene Help for Every Student to help her classroom.

$441 - complete this project and be a hero

My Project

The Performing Arts Department and National Honor Society are proud sponsors of activities that highlight the transformative power of kindness in building connections within our school and community. This year, we are introducing initiatives designed to inspire positivity and gratitude, such as writing kind messages on our "Kindness Wall," creating a "Take What You Need" bulletin board for the Kindness Tree, and sending holiday cards to staff and community members. These activities are designed to remind everyone that small gestures can have a significant impact, bringing people together and fostering a sense of belonging.

Our program includes a diverse range of activities to ensure kindness reaches every corner of our school.

Staff and students can participate in Kindness Bingo, leave shout-outs to colleagues, and enjoy treats like "Kindness Hot Cocoa Cups" or a Conference Coffee Bar to brighten their day. To address more significant needs, we’ll create gift baskets for students experiencing hardships, offering them comfort and support during challenging times. These efforts demonstrate our commitment to creating a community that prioritizes care, empathy, and mutual respect.

This year’s activities, sponsored by the Performing Arts Department and National Honor Society, provide students with the opportunity to lead by example and make a tangible difference in their school environment. By participating in these acts of kindness, they learn valuable lessons in empathy, teamwork, and gratitude. With your support, we can ensure these initiatives have the resources they need to flourish. Together, we can inspire a culture of giving that leaves a lasting legacy of kindness and strengthens the bonds that unite our school and community.

Ms. Michelle “Mimi” McDonald Dr Henry A Wise Junior High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Upper Marlboro, MD 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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Yeaqee 36 Pcs Thank You Pens Bulk for Employee Coworker Appreciation Pens Thank You for Being Amazing Inspirational Ballpoint Employee Appreciation Gifts for Office Worker Teacher Nurse(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $13.99 4 $55.96
Sproutbrite Classroom Decorations & Decor Posters & Banners for Preschoolers Kids Decorations - Bulletin Board and Wall Decor for Elementary and Middle School • Amazon Business $13.80 3 $41.40
Kellogg's Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Kids Snacks, Mega Pack, Variety Pack, 30.1oz Box (30 Packs) • Amazon Business $12.86 3 $38.58
Motiskyy 60 Sets Pocket Hug Token Bulk Hug Greeting Cards with Natural Heart Stone Relationship Gift Celebration of Life Exchange Card Gifts for Women Family Colleagues Distance Social Present • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
OREO Mini Cookies, Mini CHIPS AHOY! Cookies, RITZ Bits Cheese Crackers, Nutter Butter Bites & Wheat Thins Crackers, Nabisco Cookie & Cracker Variety Pack, 50 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $27.49 1 $27.49
RACETOP Brown Paper Bags with Handles Bulk 100Pcs 8x4.5x10.8 Inch Gift Bags Bulk, Brown Kraft Paper Bags, Retail Bags, Party Bags, Shopping Bags, Favor Bags • Amazon Business $25.49 1 $25.49
Blosssound 12 Pcs Staff Employee Appreciation Bracelets Valentine's Day Gifts Inspirational Cards for Office Coworker Birthday Gift(Bright) • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
OREO Original, OREO Golden, CHIPS AHOY! & Nutter Butter Cookie Snacks Variety Pack, 56 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $22.58 1 $22.58
Sweet & Salty Snack Variety Pack, Muddy Buddies Peanut Butter & Chocolate, Chex Mix Traditional, Cheddar & Honey Nut, 35 oz (20 Bags) • Amazon Business $10.99 2 $21.98
20 Pieces Inspirational Silicone Wristbands Motivational Quotes Rubber Bracelets Back to School Gift Back to School Gift for Students Kids Teachers School Prizes • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Yeaqee 240 Pcs Employee Appreciation Cards Kudos Cards Funny Blank Back Motivational Card Encouragement Thank You Note Cards Recognition Card for Teacher College Affirmation Gift(Retro) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Ctosree 20 Pcs Gift Paper Bags for Employee Coworker Colleague Thank You for Being Awesome Bags with Handles Thank You Gift Bags for Colleague Employee (8.3 x 4.3 x 10.6 Inch, White) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Eureka A Teachable Town Random Acts of Kindness Mini Bulletin Board Set • Amazon Business $14.24 1 $14.24
Charms Blow Pops, Assorted Flavors, 45 Count - 29.25 Ounce Bag (Packaging may vary) • Amazon Business $14.03 1 $14.03
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Snack Stacks, Lunch Snacks, Office and Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (27 Cups) • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
Sproutbrite Classroom Banner Decorations - Motivational & Inspirational Growth Mindset for Teachers and Students • Amazon Business $13.80 1 $13.80
30 Pieces Inspirational Quotes Pens Bulk Funny Thumbs up Pens Thank You Gifts Employees Appreciation Ballpoint Pens for Back to School Student Teacher Coworker Nurse Appreciation Gift(Classic) • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
Nabisco Team Favorites Variety Pack, OREO Mini, CHIPS AHOY! Mini, Teddy Grahams Honey & Barnum's Animal Crackers, 30 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
Random Acts of Crochet Kindness Gifts Tags | 50 pk 2 x 3.5” Cards to Give Away Pay it Forward Crochet Patterns Animals Floral RAOCK • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Random Acts of Crochet Kindness Gifts Tags | 50 pk 2 x 3.5” Cards to Give Away Colorful Pay it Forward Crochet Patterns Animals Rainbow RAOCK • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Hershey Assorted Chocolate Flavored Snack Size, Christmas Candy Party Pack, 33.43 oz • Amazon Business $11.91 1 $11.91
Random Acts of Kindness Week Banner, Valentine's Day Banner, Kindness Theme Valentine's Day Decor, Random Acts of Kindness Week Classroom Decorations, Sprinkle Kindness Valentine's Day Classroom Decor • Amazon Business $10.59 1 $10.59
AHP Kindness Matters Cards - Kindness Is Contagious Challenge Card (BOX of 100) • Amazon Business $10.50 1 $10.50
2 Pack Motivational Classroom Banner Poster Positive Banner Inspirational Banner for Students Educational Teacher Classroom Decorations Banner with 40 Glue Points (Fresh Style) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Snyder's of Hanover Pretzels, Minis and Sticks 100 Calorie Packs, 20 Ct Variety Pack • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Random Acts of Kindness Cards with Prompts: 120 Cut-and-Use Notes to Spread Positivity • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Kettle Brand Potato Chips Variety Pack, 1 Oz, 20 Ct • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49

Materials cost

$514.47

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $30.87

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.72

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$583.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.89

Total project goal

$685.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $685.95

10 Donors

-$672.11

Donations toward project cost

-$583.05

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$89.06

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$13.83

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