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Ms. Katsikaris from Roxbury, MA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Young Minds: 4th Grade Learning Adventure

Help me give my students the best 4th grade year! Being a first year teacher I want to make sure I have all the materials I need to set my students up for success. Any donation is appreciated!

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Hi everyone! I'm a first-year teacher, and I need basic classroom supplies that my students will use every day! These items will help them tackle tough concepts, spark their curiosity, and fall in love with learning. Your support can make a big difference in their education!

Support All Learners: I'm also looking to incorporate flexible seating and resources that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring every student has access to engaging and effective learning tools.

Please help set my students up for success so they are eager to learn and grow. By supporting this project, you’re giving them the tools they need to succeed and reach their full potential!

Ms. Katsikaris
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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids Leaf Floor Seat, Rocker Chair, Blue, 6-Piece • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Scotch Thermal Laminator, Extra Wide 13 Inch Input, Ideal for Teachers, Small Offices, or Home (TL1302X) • Amazon Business $56.00 1 $56.00
100 Pack of Bulk Colorful Paper Folders with Pockets - Wholesale Folders (100 Folders in 6 Colors) • Amazon Business $39.39 1 $39.39
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Box of Books 1-4 Hardcover Gift Set: Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Rodrick Rules, The Last Straw, Dog Days (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Box Set) • Amazon Business $32.49 1 $32.49
Cardinal 3 Ring Binders, 2 Inch Binder with Round Rings, Holds 475-Sheets, ClearVue Covers, Non-Stick, PVC-Free, Assorted Colors, 4 Pack (29311) • Amazon Business $15.80 2 $31.60
Goosebumps HorrorLand 10-Book Set • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
24 Pack-Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet-Fidget Bands for Classroom Chairs&Desk，for Kids with Sensory Needs,Supplies for ADHD&ADD Autism Elementary School Students，TPE Material(0.5 mm Blue) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Electric Pencil Sharpener Heavy Duty, 6 Holes, Auto Stop AFMAT Pencil Sharpeners for School, Classroom Electric Sharpener for 6-11mm Pencils, 7000 Sharpening Times, Do not Eat up Colored Pencils • Amazon Business $24.00 1 $24.00
Jasonwell Magnetic Tiles Kids Magnetic Blocks Building Sets 3D Magnet Tile Building Blocks Magna Construction Educational STEM Toys Gifts for Toddlers Boys Girls 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 + Year Old • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Lawei 8 Pack Plastic Storage Basket with Handle - 12 x 7.6 x 2.6 inch Pantry Organizer Basket Bins Shelf Baskets for Organization, Countertops, Cabinets, Bedrooms, Bathrooms • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
KTRIO Laminating Sheets, Holds 8.5 x 11 Inch Sheets 150 Pack, 3 Mil Thermal Laminating Pouches 9 x 11.5 Inch Clear Plastic Lamination Sheet Paper for Laminator, Round Corner Letter Size • Amazon Business $16.65 1 $16.65
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack, Bleach Free Cleaning Wipes, 75 Count Each, Pack of 4 • Amazon Business $16.62 1 $16.62
Hasbro Gaming Jenga Classic Game with Genuine Hardwood Blocks,Stacking Tower Game for 1 or More Players,Kids Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $15.97 1 $15.97
Elmer's Disappearing Purple School Glue Sticks, Washable, 7 Grams, 60 Count • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
Whaline 82Ft Boho Bulletin Board Borders 8 Designs 72Pcs Rainbow Themed Decoration Colorful Trim Border Stickers for School Classroom Office Party Decoration • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $10.90 1 $10.90
30 Packs Clear Plastic Ruler 12 Inch Straight Ruler with Centimeter and Millimeter, Metric Rulers Bulk for Kids Classroom School Office • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
EVXID Zones of Regulation Canvas Poster Painting Wall Art, Mental Health Emotions Chart Print Feelings Artwork Framed Ready to Hang for Therapist Office Decor 12 x 15 inch • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
300 Pcs Scratch and Sniff Sticker for Kids Smelly Scented Motivational Stickers Reward Stickers Teacher Stickers Incentive Positive Stickers for Student Classroom Chart School Supplies (Dessert) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Hasbro Gaming Sorry! Game • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
2 Pack - Laminated World Map Poster & USA Map Set - Equal Earth world map design shows continents at true relative size - US Map 18” x 29” • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
This Classroom Is Better With You In It, Positive Motivational Wall Decor, Signs for Teachers, Class Room Welcome, Boho Classroom Decor, Safe Space, Unframed (8X10 INCH) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Mi Metty Magnetic Clips,16pcs Magnetic Metal Clips,Refrigerator Magnets Clips Whiteboard Wall Fridge Magnetic,Clip Magnets,Cute Magnets Metal Clip for House Office School Use,Clipping Photos,Pictures • Amazon Business $8.97 1 $8.97
Sticky Notes 3x3 Inches,Bright Colors Self-Stick Pads, Easy to Post for Home, Office, Notebook, 82 Sheets/pad • Amazon Business $8.95 1 $8.95
LotFancy Playing Cards, 2 Pack, Decks of Cards, Poker Size Standard Index, for Blackjack, Euchre, Canasta Card Game, Casino Grade Poker Cards, Blue and Red • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
300 Pcs Paper Clips, Binder Clips and Rubber Bands, Office Supply Set, Paper Clips and Paper Clamps, School Supplies Office Supplies Teacher Supplies for Office Desk Essentials (Assorted Sizes) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Zygomatic Spot It! Classic Card Game (Pocket Edition) | Matching Game | Fun Kids Game for Family Game Night | Travel Game | Great Kids Gift | Ages 6+ | 2-8 Players | Avg. Playtime 15 Mins | Made • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Mr. Pen Erasers for Pencils, 120 Pack, Pencil Top Erasers, Eraser Caps, Kids, Cap Tops, Topper Erasers. Ereaser • Amazon Business $5.94 1 $5.94
SHARPIE Flip Chart Markers, Bullet Tip, Assorted Colors, is an 8 Pack set perfect for Offices and Classroom Presentations • Amazon Business $5.33 1 $5.33
UNO - Classic Colour & Number Matching Card Game - 112 Cards - Customizable & Erasable Wild - Special Action Cards Included - Gift for Kids 7+, W2087 • Amazon Business $4.97 1 $4.97

Materials cost

$555.47

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$593.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$104.79

Total project goal

$698.59

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $698.59

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 $698.59

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