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Ms. Macy from Waianae, HI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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First Impressions Are Everything

Help me give my students some snacks and materials to get the school year started on the right foot!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Macy's classroom raised $470

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My Project

I am a new teacher hoping to start off on a great foot with my students. I personally always get hungry and it greatly affects my ability to focus. Having snacks accessible to the kids will help ensure they are focused and ready to learn. Markers, construction paper and other craft materials will help them express themselves creatively. I will be teaching Algebra II. I know math isn't everybody's favorite subject so I want to find a way to make it fun with craft materials and colors. Some other items are play doh, and other fidget toys for when they need a hands-on break. I will be getting a place for them to put their phones to help them focus. With that being said I feel it is helpful to sometimes have our hands mindlessly occupied. I very much appreciate you all helping me toward my goal of making this a great year for students!

Ms. Macy Waianae High School Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Combo Classpack Kids' Crayon/Marker Set Broad Assorted Colors 256/Carton (52-3349) • Staples $62.63 1 $62.63
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 36 Pack Case of Colors, Party Favors, Non-Toxic, Assorted Colors, 3 Oz Cans (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Kar's Gluten Free Sweet N' Salty Snack Mix, 2 oz., 24 Bags/Pack (KAR08387) • Quill.com $27.99 1 $27.99
Lance Assorted Flavored Variety Pack Snack Cracker, 1.4 oz, Peanut, Vanilla Cream, Butter, Honey, Pack of 24 • School Specialty $25.94 1 $25.94
Play-Doh Modeling Dough, Assorted Colors, 3 Ounces, Set of 20 • School Specialty $25.49 1 $25.49
EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Count • Amazon Business $20.36 1 $20.36
Amazon Basics Multipurpose Copy Printer Paper, 8.5" x 11", 20 lb, 3 Reams, 1500 Sheets, 92 Bright, White • Amazon Business $19.49 1 $19.49
Ticonderoga Pre-Sharpened No 2 Pencils with Eraser, Pack of 72 - Wood • School Specialty $17.99 1 $17.99
PREXTEX Classroom Storage Baskets Crayon and Pencill Container - Classroom Organization - Crayon Holder - Storage Basket, Shelf & Desk Organizer - Classrooms, Office Desk, Small Desk, and Toy Storage • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
4 Pop FIDGET Toy Bundle (assorted colors & designs; desk pets & social emotional learning focus tools; push pop sensory calming) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $15.00 1 $15.00
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $12.88 1 $12.88
Elmer's School Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., Purple, 30/Pack (2159542) • Quill.com $9.89 1 $9.89
Amazon Basics Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon & Fresh Scent, Sanitizes, Cleans, Disinfects & Deodorizes, 255 Count (3 Packs of 85) • Amazon Business $9.17 1 $9.17
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.14 4 $8.56
Crayola Construction Paper - 9" x 12", 12 Assorted Colors, Pkg of 240 • Blick Art Materials $6.86 1 $6.86
Construction Paper - 9" x 12" Pack of 50 Sheets - Assorted Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $1.49 1 $1.49

Materials cost

$308.72

Vendor shipping charges

 $42.53

Sales tax

 $13.58

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$399.46

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$70.49

Total project goal

$469.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $469.95

4 Donors

-$469.95

Donations toward project cost

-$399.46

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$70.49

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