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Ms. Herbert from Las Vegas, NV is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Bright Futures: Elevating Learning Experiences

Help me give my students a thermal printer, a bookshelf, ink, and more!

  • $688 goal

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My Project

We invite you to support our Donors Choose project, dedicated to improving the learning environment for our diverse and exceptional students. We aim to equip our classroom with specific resources to enhance their academic growth and address their social and emotional well-being.

Our Goals:

This project has two primary goals. First, to better align our classroom with Nevada Academic Content Standards by providing essential resources. Second, to create a nurturing environment where students can thrive, both academically and emotionally.

How the Specific Items Make a Difference:

Ink and Thermal Printer: These items will streamline the distribution of educational materials, ensuring students have easy access to learning resources, thus improving engagement and understanding.

Thermal Labels: These labels will boost organization and efficiency, aiding students in locating relevant content promptly and encouraging strong organizational skills.

Lamps and Light Covers: Proper lighting is vital for concentration and focus. These items will create an inviting learning space with the right ambiance.

Folders and Colored Paper: These supplies promote organization, creativity, and better assignment differentiation.

Pencil Holders: A simple solution for organization, these holders will keep writing tools easily accessible and enhance productivity.

Bookshelf: The addition of a bookshelf will expand our classroom library, providing students with a broader range of books, and strengthening their reading and comprehension skills.

What Makes Our Students Special:

Our students are a diverse group of learners, each with their own unique qualities, backgrounds, and potential. They possess a natural curiosity and eagerness to learn when provided with the right tools and support. Your contributions to this project will play a pivotal role in enriching their learning experiences, tending to their social and emotional needs, and preparing them for a successful future. Thank you for helping us nurture these extraordinary young minds.

Ms. Herbert Howard E Heckethorn Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Nearly all 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
Rotating Bookshelf, Revolving Bookcase, Spinning Book Shelf, 4 Tier, 18.2” W x 50.6” H, White, Wood, 360 Degrees Bookshelves, Floor Stand, Rotation Display Tower, Stackable, Round, for Kids, Children • Amazon Business $122.37 1 $122.37
ASprink Bluetooth Thermal Label Printer 4X6 - Wireless Shipping Label Printer for Small Business & Packages, Pink Thermal Label Printer Shipping Label Maker, Compatible with iPhone, USPS, Etsy, Amazon • Amazon Business $85.79 1 $85.79
luckystyle White Floor Lamp,Super Bright Dimmable Led Floor Lamps for Living Room, Custom Color Temperature Standing Lamp with Remote Push Button, Adjustable Gooseneck Reading Floor Lamp (LK-1006) • Amazon Business $34.99 2 $69.98
ejet Remanufactured Ink Cartridge Replacement for HP 63 Ink 63XL Compatible with OfficeJet 3830 5255 5258 Envy 4520 4512 4513 4516 DeskJet 1112 1110 3630 3632 2130 2132 Printer (1 HP63 Black, 1 Color) • Amazon Business $32.79 2 $65.58
Pink Paper 2 Pocket Folders with Prongs, 50 Pack, by Better Office Products, Matte Texture, Letter Size Paper Folders, 50 Pack, with 3 Metal Prong Fastener Clips, Pink • Amazon Business $24.74 2 $49.48
Light Blue Paper 2 Pocket Folders with Prongs, 50 Pack, by Better Office Products, Matte Texture, Letter Size Paper Folders, 50 Pack, with 3 Metal Prong Fastener Clips, Light Blue • Amazon Business $24.19 2 $48.38
Orange Paper 2 Pocket Folders with Prongs, 50 Pack, by Better Office Products, Matte Texture, Letter Size Paper Folders, 50 Pack, with 3 Metal Prong Fastener Clips, Orange • Amazon Business $24.19 2 $48.38
Rollo Direct Thermal Shipping Labels - Pack of 500 4x6 Thermal Labels Fanfold - Perforated and Strong Adhesive (Commercial Grade) • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
Pack of 2 Fluorescent Light Filter Magnetic Ceiling Light Cover Classroom Supplies for Teachers Elementary for Office School Home Hospital (Blue Sky) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Hammermill Colored Paper, 20 lb Canary Printer Paper, 8.5 x 11-1 Ream (500 Sheets) - Made in the USA, Pastel Paper, 103341R, 1 Ream | 500 Sheets, Letter (8.5x11) • Amazon Business $10.87 1 $10.87
LBKKC 30pcs Self Adhesive Thumb Hooks, Silicone Wall Decoration Hook, Multifunctional Key Hook Home Office Thumbs Up Cord Holder for Desk, Data Cable Clip Wire Desk Organizer • Amazon Business $7.58 1 $7.58

Materials cost

$546.35

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$584.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$103.16

Total project goal

$687.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $687.71

1 Donor

-$687.71

Donations toward project cost

-$584.55

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$103.16

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