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Ms. Cruz from Brooklyn, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Essential Supplies and Self-Care for My Self-Contained Class

Help me give my students school supplies, snacks, and mindfulness supplies so they can have a successful academic year.

  • $952 goal

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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

My students are eager learners, ready to conquer the world, but they need the right tools to succeed. With your support, I can provide them with the essential supplies they need to thrive in the classroom and beyond.

Basic school supplies like pens, pencils, scissors, and highlighters are fundamental for students to stay organized and engaged in their learning.

Daily planners will help them manage their time effectively and stay on top of assignments.

Additionally, I'm requesting supplies to address students' immediate needs, such as menstrual kits, hand sanitizer, and first aid supplies. To promote mindfulness and stress relief, I'm asking for items like anxiety strips and stress balls.  

As their teacher, I'm committed to providing a supportive learning environment. Printer ink and laminator sheets will enable me to create essential materials like study guides and practice tests, ensuring my students have the resources they need to excel.

Your generous donation will make a tangible difference in the lives of my students, empowering them to reach their full potential. Thank you for investing in their future!

Ms. Cruz Sunset Park High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

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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Brooklyn, NY 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Student Planner 2024-2025 - Academic Planner 2024-2025 with Stickers, JUL 2024 - JUN 2025, 6.4" x 8.5", Monthly & Weekly Planner, Thick Paper + Calendar + Twin-Wire Binding - Blue • Amazon Business $4.98 15 $74.70
Brother LC3037 Cyan/Magenta/Yellow Super High Yield Ink Tank Cartridge, 3/Pack • Quill.com $64.79 1 $64.79
Mindfulness for Teens: A Daily Journal • Amazon Business $3.99 15 $59.85
Cardinal Economy 3-Ring Binders, 1/2" Round Rings, Holds 125 Sheets, ClearVue Presentation View, Non-Stick, Black, Carton of 12 (90602) • Amazon Business $23.39 2 $46.78
Winco APZT-1015 15-Slot Aluminum Pizza Pan Rack • Amazon Business $46.74 1 $46.74
Purell Advanced Hand Sanitizer Gel Infused with Essential Oils, Energizing Mint, 2 fl oz Travel-Size Pump Bottle (Pack of 6) – 3907-04-EC • Amazon Business $13.99 3 $41.97
Brother Black Super High-Yield Ink Tank Cartridge (LC3037BK) • Quill.com $35.09 1 $35.09
Menstrual Kit All-in-One 10 PACK | Convenience on The Go | Period Kit pack for Travelling, Tweens & Teenagers or just when You’re out | Individually wrapped Feminine Hygiene Product (Light Leather) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Madisi Colored Pencils Bulk - Pre-Sharpened - 24 Packs of 12-Count - 288 Colored Pencils for Kids • Amazon Business $28.98 1 $28.98
Rarlan Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fluorescent, 96 Count Bulk Pack • Amazon Business $24.96 1 $24.96
10 Set Mini Office Stapler with 10# Staples, Small Hand Stapler Portable Desktop Stapler Student Stapler • Amazon Business $11.98 2 $23.96
Barnum's Original Animal Crackers, 48 Snack Packs (4 Boxes) • Amazon Business $23.92 1 $23.92
20 Pack Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder Bulk Binder Pencil Pouch with Zipper, Pencil Pouches Pencil Bags for Classroom for Storing School Students Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $22.89 1 $22.89
OREO Original, OREO Golden, CHIPS AHOY! & Nutter Butter Cookie Snacks Variety Pack, School Lunch Box Snacks, 56 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $21.72 1 $21.72
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets - 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $19.68 1 $19.68
MED PRIDE Instant Cold Pack (5”x 6”) – Set of 24 Disposable Cold Therapy Ice Packs for Pain Relief, Swelling, Inflammation, Sprains, Strained Muscles, Toothache – for Athletes & Outdoor Activities • Amazon Business $19.57 1 $19.57
Expo Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted, 12/Pack (1927525) • Quill.com $17.09 1 $17.09
SKKSTATIONERY Pre-sharpened pencils, Pencils Sharpened with eraser top, 2 HB pencil, 144/box. • Amazon Business $16.79 1 $16.79
Browndages: Assorted SKIN TONE Bandages (20 count, latex free adhesive wound care) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $4.00 4 $16.00
48 Pieces Pencil Sharpeners Manual Double Hole Pencil Sharpener with Lid Hand for Home School Office, Handheld Plastic Crayon Sharpener, Pink, Yellow, Green, Blue • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Schylling NeeDoh Teenie Gobs of Globs - Sensory Fidget Toy - 18 Mini Groovy Globs - Ages 3 to Adult • Amazon Business $15.77 1 $15.77
24 Pack Blunt Tip Scissors - Classroom Buk Pack for Kids Crafts, Student DIY Art Projects, Teacher Supplies (3 Colors, 5 Inch) • Amazon Business $15.29 1 $15.29
Paper Mate InkJoy Retractable Gel Pen Medium Point Assorted Ink 14/Pack (1951636) • Staples $14.20 1 $14.20
Apakkai Stickers for Kids, 600Pcs Water Bottle Stickers for Teens, Cute Vinyl Waterproof Aesthetic Scrapbook Halloween Stickers Pack for Laptop Computer, Kawaii Animal Stickers for Boys Girls Adults • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Rice Krispies Treats Mini Squares, Kids Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Variety Pack, 20.1oz Box (52 Bars) • Amazon Business $9.88 1 $9.88
bloom daily planners New Teacher Planner Sticker Pack - School Themed Planning Sticker Sheets for Educators, Homeschoolers, etc.- 8 Sheets/586 Stickers per Pack! • Amazon Business $9.78 1 $9.78
36 Pieces Anxiety Sensory Stickers for Anxiety Relief Items - Sensory Strip with 2 Textured Stickers - Desk Fidget for Adults Sensory Items - Calming Strips Anxiety Relief for Office • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Oxford Filler Paper, 8 x 10-1/2 Inch Wide Ruled Paper, 3 Hole Punch, Loose Leaf Notebook Paper for 3 Ring Binders, 500 sheets (62330), white • Amazon Business $8.76 1 $8.76
BIC Round Stic Xtra-Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Blue Ink, 60/Pack (GSM609BE) • Quill.com $8.54 1 $8.54
Staples Smooth 2-Pocket Paper Folder Orange 25/Box (50756/27535-CC) • Staples $7.34 1 $7.34
100 PCS Water Bottle Stickers for Kids Teens Girls Adults, Aesthetic Cute Vinyl Waterproof Vsco Cool Stickers, Laptop Scrapbook Skateboard Computer Car Sticker Packs • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$766.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$808.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$142.67

Total project goal

$951.16

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $951.16

3 Donors

-$821.75

Donations toward project cost

-$702.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$119.51

match offer

-$125.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$106.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

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