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Mrs. Walther from Tacoma, WA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Future STEM Innovators

Help me give my students essential STEM tools that make hands-on learning and active participation possible.

  • $418 goal

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Mrs. Walther has another project! Donate to Light Up Learning -- Help Us Score a Laser Engraver! to help her classroom.

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Help Mrs. Walther

Mrs. Walther has another project! Donate to Light Up Learning -- Help Us Score a Laser Engraver! to help her classroom.

$1,347 - complete this project and be a hero

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

The school supplies I’m requesting are essential STEM tools that make hands-on learning and active participation possible in the classroom. These supplies allow students to engage in creative projects, group activities, and interactive lessons that go beyond traditional note-taking. For example, glue and tape are vital for STEM science experiments, building models, and collaborative projects that help students apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios. Dry erase dots make it easy for students to demonstrate their thinking and work through problems, fostering a more interactive and engaging learning environment. Having these supplies ensures that all students have equal opportunities to participate and express themselves, regardless of their background.

My goal for this project is to provide a well-equipped and dynamic classroom environment where every student has access to the STEM tools they need to succeed.

I aim to enhance student engagement by offering hands-on experiences that make learning exciting and meaningful. By having these essential supplies readily available, I hope to inspire creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking among my students. Ultimately, my goal is to create a space where students feel supported and motivated to explore, experiment, and develop a deep love for learning.

What truly sets them apart is their passion for exploration and their desire to make a difference in the world. With the right resources and opportunities, I believe they have the potential to become the next generation of thinkers, leaders, and STEM innovators.

I believe in them! I am changing the world one scholar at a time.

Mrs. Walther Franklin 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.

More about Mrs. Walther

Tacoma, WA 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

240 students impacted 6donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Konohan 100 Pack Bulk Earbuds for Classroom, Student Basic Headphones in Ear for Kids Schools Libraries Laptop, 3.5 MM Earbuds Dot Headphones, Individually Bagged (Red) • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
Dry Erase Circle Dots, 12 Pack Whiteboard Table Stickers Removable Wall Decals Spots for Home School Classroom Desks Teachers, Red • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
LOVOON 3D Printer Filament, Tricolor PLA Filament 1.75mm Silk Rainbow Filament Green-Red-Blue, 3D Printing Accessories PLA Filament Multicolor, Dimensional Accuracy +/-0.02mm, 2.2lbs/Spool • Amazon Business $24.29 1 $24.29
Raymond Geddes Squishy Ball Keychain (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $22.30 1 $22.30
Nicunom 30 Pack A5 Kraft Notebooks, Bulk Blank Journals for Kids, Travel Journal Unlined Sketchbooks Memo Diary Planner for Office Classroom Supplies, 60 Pages, 8.3x5.5 inch • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
1160 Sheets Pastel Transparent Sticky Notes, 3 x 3 inch Clear Sticky Note Waterproof See Through Memo Pad, Translucent Writable Index Tabs for Annotating Books, Study Stationary Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Oxford Composition Notebooks - Composition Notebook Wide Ruled Paper - 9-3/4" x 7-1/2" - Black Marble Covers - 100 Sheets - Pack of 14 • Amazon Business $19.87 1 $19.87
Alohastarttg 24 oz Black Reusable Plastic Cups, Custom Cups for Party with Lids and Straws, 12 Pack Iced Coffee Travel Mugs or Mean Girls Party Tumblers, Leak Proof Coffee Travel Mug(12, Black) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
BIC Xtra-Smooth Pastel Mechanical Pencils with Erasers, Medium Point (0.7mm), 40-Count Pack, Bulk Mechanical Pencils for School or Office Supplies • Amazon Business $8.09 2 $16.18
OVERTURE PLA Matte 3D Printer Filament 1.75mm, Matte PLA 1kg Cardboard Spool (2.2lbs), Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02 mm (Matte Black) • Amazon Business $16.14 1 $16.14
BIC Xtra Smooth Mechanical Pencils with Erasers, Bright Edition Medium Point (0.7mm), Writes Smooth & Dark, Doesn't Smudge, Erases Cleanly, 40-Count Gift Set in Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $7.54 2 $15.08
Ezzgol 30 Colors Felt Tip Pens, 30 Pack, 0.7mm Premium Medium Fine Point, Felt Tip Markers For Writing, Journal, Planner Coloring, Note Taking, Drawing, Art, School • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
4 Rolls Premium Painters Tape, Blue Tape, Masking Master Tape, Paint Tape for Multi-Purpose, Painting, Painter's, DIY Crafts Arts (88yd =0.94IN*22yd*4) Decoration Labeling No Residue, Easy Removal • Amazon Business $5.99 2 $11.98
Brown Kraft Paper Roll 17.75” x 1200” (100ft) Made in USA- Ideal for Gift Wrapping, Packing Paper for Moving, Art Craft, Shipping, Floor Covering, Table Runner, 100% Recycled Material • Amazon Business $10.95 1 $10.95
75PCS Acrylic Bookmark Blanks, 25PCS Clear Acrylic Craft Bookmarks with 25PCS Colorful Tassels and 25PCS Clear Bookmark Sleeves, Clear Acrylic Rectangle Bookmarks for DIY Gift Tags Bookmarks • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
KANSPHY 100 Pack Key Ring with Chain and Open Jump,1 inch Split Round Keychain Rings Bulk for Craft Making Jewelry • Amazon Business $6.79 1 $6.79
Joyppy 50 PCS Book Stickers for Kindle, Bookish Kindle Reading Stickers for Books, Water Bottles, Laptops, Book Lover Stickers Accessories Gifts for Kids Teens Adults (Style B) • Amazon Business $4.95 1 $4.95
Utron 12pcs Bible Highlighters, Bible Highlighters No Bleed, Pastel Highlighter Set, Cute Highlighters, No Bleed Bible Highlighters Pastel (12 Color) • Amazon Business $4.49 1 $4.49

Materials cost

$293.93

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.00

Sales tax

 $25.72

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.41

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$355.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$62.66

Total project goal

$417.72

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $417.72

3 Donors

-$294.19

Donations toward project cost

-$253.06

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$41.13

Matching donations from our partners

-$120.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$102.00

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$3.53

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