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Ms. Dexter from Oakland, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kicking Off Another Year in Third!

Help me give my students graphic novels, art supplies and STEAM materials to get started in third grade!

  • $987 goal

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My Project

I am thrilled to be preparing for my 7th year in the classroom! My students are critical thinkers, mathematicians, readers, writers, scientists and artists. They show up each day ready to push through any challenges to question, dream, inspire and succeed! With the start of a new school year come many new beginnings- meeting this new group of students and their families, getting settled into our space and of course the start of our curriculum!

The donations to the project will help ensure a smooth start to the school year!

The pencils, markers, Sharpie markers, water color paper and cardstock will come in handy during all sorts of projects. The dry erase markers and erasers are used daily during our math blocks and small group times, and we can never have enough dry erase markers! Students love to show what they know using their whiteboards. Included in this project are a few graphic novels that are geared towards developing readers. Giving them exciting and engaging texts will help keep them motivated towards becoming more proficient readers. Giving my incredible students these new materials is only possible with your support. Thank you so much in advance for believing in my students!

Ms. Dexter Emerson 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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Oakland, CA 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

27 students impacted 13donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Strathmore 300 Series Sketch Paper Pad, Top Wire Bound, 5.5x8.5 inches, 100 Sheets (50lb/74g) - Artist Sketchbook for Adults and Students - Graphite, Charcoal, Pencil, Colored Pencil • Amazon Business $6.53 27 $176.31
Crayola Broad Line Markers, Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, 256 Count • Amazon Business $61.99 1 $61.99
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Black, 36 Count • Amazon Business $27.22 2 $54.44
UCreate Watercolor Paper, White, Bulk, 90lb., 9" x 12", 250 Sheets • Amazon Business $25.20 2 $50.40
Post-it Self-Stick Mini Easel Pad, 15 in x 18 in, 20 Sheets/Pad, 3 Pads, Great for Virtual Teachers and Students (577-3PK) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pencils, Pre-Sharpened, 2 HB Soft, Yellow, 72 Count • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
SHARPIE Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Black, 36 Count • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Strictly Briks Toy Building Block, Building Creative Play Set for Ages 3 and Up, 100% Compatible with All Major Brick Brands, Clear Colors, 4 Different Shapes and Sizes, 156 Pieces • Amazon Business $24.98 1 $24.98
Neenah Index Cardstock, 8.5" x 11", 90 lb/163 gsm, White, Lightweight, 94 Brightness, 300 Sheets (91437) • Amazon Business $12.32 2 $24.64
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $11.93 2 $23.86
Nee Doh Stress Balls, Squishy, Squeezy, Stretchy. The Complete Bundle, One of Each! Color Change, Bubble Glob & Crystal Squeeze in Vibrant Colors! E-Book Included • Amazon Business $19.97 1 $19.97
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks, Washable, 22 Grams, 30 Count • Amazon Business $16.00 1 $16.00
Play-Doh Bulk Spring Colors 12-Pack of Non-Toxic Modeling Compound, 4-Ounce Cans • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
We Don't Lose Our Class Goldfish: A Penelope Rex Book • Amazon Business $13.72 1 $13.72
Band-Aid Brand Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages for Comfortable Flexible Protection & Wound Care of Minor Cuts, Scrapes, & Wounds, Assorted Sizes, Twin Pack, 2 x 100 ct • Amazon Business $13.12 1 $13.12
Dry Erase Erasers, 36 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser Chalkboard Eraser Dry Eraser for Classroom Office and home (Blue) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Teacher Created Resources (20761) 5 Minute Sand Timer - Medium,Multi • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Just a Little Blue: A Graphic Novel (Owly #2) (2) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Flying Lessons: A Graphic Novel (Owly #3) (3) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
READY 2 LEARN Dough Tools - Set of 6 - Arts and Crafts for Kids - Sculpting Tools to Roll, Cut, Mold and Flatten - Art Supplies for Pottery and Dough • Amazon Business $9.22 1 $9.22
Pea, Bee, & Jay #1: Stuck Together • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
The Way Home: A Graphic Novel (Owly #1) (1) • Amazon Business $8.66 1 $8.66
Magnetic Rings Fidget Toy Set, Idea ADHD Fidget Toys, Adult Fidget Magnets Spinner Rings for Anxiety Relief Therapy, Fidget Pack Great Gift for Adults Teens Kids (3PCS) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Pea, Bee, & Jay #3: Lift Off • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Pea, Bee, & Jay #2: Wannabees • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
The Crayons Go Back to School • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98
(8 Pack) Sticky Notes 3x3 Inches,Bright Colors Self-Stick Pads, Easy to Post for Home, Office, Notebook, 82 Sheets/pad • Amazon Business $7.79 1 $7.79
200Pcs Jumbo Wooden Craft Sticks Wooden Popsicle Craft Sticks Stick 6” Long x 3/4”Wide • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Mr. Pen- Pencil Erasers Toppers, 120 Pack, Erasers for Pencils, Pencil Top Erasers, Pencil Eraser, Eraser Pencil, Pencil Cap Erasers, Eraser Caps, Eraser Tops, Mr Pen Erasers, Pencil Topper Erasers • Amazon Business $6.84 1 $6.84
Amazon Basics Rectangular Eraser, 24 Count, Pink • Amazon Business $5.98 1 $5.98

Materials cost

$730.76

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $66.86

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$838.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$147.98

Total project goal

$986.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $986.56

13 Donors

-$986.56

Donations toward project cost

-$838.58

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$147.98

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