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Ms. Zuber from El Cajon, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Colorful Creations and Organized Minds: Supplies for Success

Help me give my students a fun new school year of productivity and creative learning! I would love your support to provide essential supplies that will help my students stay organized, focused, and creatively inspired.

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My Project

As an educator, my primary goal is to create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment. As the school year approaches fast I find myself struggling to cover the essential items to reach this goal.

The crayons and markers will inspire my students to express their ideas colorfully and engage in imaginative projects that enhance their learning experiences.

Flip chart paper will serve as dynamic tools for interactive lessons, allowing us to teach key concepts and model correct writing skills. Supplying the children with Expo markers will be essential for our whiteboards for effective teaching and collaborative problem-solving.

Each student will benefit from their own book bag, making it easy to carry their essential materials and books, while pencil boxes will help keep their writing tools organized and accessible.

Together, these supplies will create an environment where students can focus on learning and creativity, leading to a more productive and enjoyable school year.

Your generous donation, no matter the amount will make a tremendous difference in the lives of my students! Thank you for kindness and gener

Ms. Zuber W.D. Hall Elementary School Grades PreK-2

More about Ms. Zuber

El Cajon, CA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

24 students impacted 10donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Really Good Stuff Non-Tip Book and Binder Holders, 5½” by 13½” by 7¾” (Set of 12) – 21 Colors Available - Magazine, Folder Bins with Stabilizer Wings, Built-In Label Holder – Durable, Won’t Fall Over • Amazon Business $58.14 2 $116.28
Mead Primary Journal Kindergarten Writing Tablet 6 Pack of Primary Composition Notebook Colors May Vary For Grades K- 2, 100 Sheets (200 Pages) Creative Story Notebooks for Kids 9 3/4 in by 7 1/2 in. • Amazon Business $24.85 4 $99.40
Crayola Broad Line Markers Classpack (256 Ct), Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $55.14 1 $55.14
Crayola Crayon Classpack - 800ct (16 Assorted Colors), Bulk School Supplies for Teachers, Kids Crayons, Arts & Crafts Classroom Supplies, 3+ • Amazon Business $54.57 1 $54.57
Outus Medium Book Pouches Nylon Black Book Bag with Clear Name Tag Pocket Stitched on Handle Reading Preschool Teacher Supplies for Students Classroom School Home, 9.8" x 11.8" (32 Pcs) • Amazon Business $53.99 1 $53.99
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
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack 75 Wipes/Container 3/Pack (30208) • Staples $12.90 1 $12.90
Dixon Flip Chart Tablets 24" x 32" 1.5" Rule - White Paper • Kaplan Early Learning Company $10.76 1 $10.76

Materials cost

$423.48

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$38.75

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.35

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$498.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$87.98

Total project goal

$586.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$586.56

6 Donors

-$482.33

Donations toward project cost

-$413.58

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$68.75

match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.23

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$0.00

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