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Ms. Alston from Richmond, VA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Making the Classroom Life Easier

Help me give my students pencils, reusable cups, and other miscellaneous items that will make things easier in our everyday routines.

  • $296 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Ms. Alston has another project! Donate to Reshelf the Shelf to help her classroom.

$156 - complete this project and be a hero
Help Ms. Alston

Ms. Alston has another project! Donate to Reshelf the Shelf to help her classroom.

$156 - 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 Students

Being at our school for several years, I have gotten the chance to really get to know many of the students in the school, including those I have never taught. Many of them have gone through seriously adverse situations and misfortunes that impact their everyday life, especially their education. I am amazed at how resilient they can be, and how they push through to the best of their abilities regardless of hardships that affect them. Being a fifth-grade teacher has shown me how fast some students have to mature. I have taught their younger siblings in previous years (coming up from kindergarten and first grade) and see how they take care of their family. Each child that I have gotten to know at this school has my heart.

I want nothing but the best for all of these students, and that includes giving them hands-on experiences that will be memorable to them.

My students need to be able to feel like school isn't another one of their draining duties or work. I want all of them to enjoy school and look forward to each day in my class, whether in person or virtually. They truly deserve the best!

My Project

It seems like there is always a need for a miscellaneous item in the classroom. Whether it is a bandanna to use as a blindfold for a community activity, reusable cups that are more sustainable than the ones they throw away, or color-coded cord wraps to keep the computer cart organized, its nice to have random items that keep things flowing in a normal classroom. One of the most important products I'm requesting is a box of pencils. However, if I'm being honest, they will all serve an important purpose. This is especially true of the longer ethernet cable that will be used for my teacher laptop, which is directly used for teaching. We can't wait to get some items that will make our everyday just a little bit smoother.

Ms. Alston Broad Rock 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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Nearly all 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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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Learning Resources Primary Calculator, Basic Solar Powered Calculators, Teacher Set of 10 Calculators, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $36.12 1 $36.12
GoSports 7" Inflatable No Sting Dodgeball 6 Pack Includes Ball Pump & Mesh Bag • Amazon Business $19.30 1 $19.30
SadoTech Green Wireless Doorbell & Chime For Home - Model C - 1 Push-Button Ringer, 1 Sound Receiver - Battery Operated, Waterproof, Long Range, 52 Door Bell Sounds, 4 Volumes • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Magnetic Clips, 24 Pieces Magnetic Metal Clips, Refrigerator Whiteboard Wall Fridge Magnetic Memo Note Clips Magnets Metal Clip • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Swiffer WetJet Hardwood Floor Cleaner Spray Mop Pad Refill, Multi Surface, 24 Count • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead - Box of 150, Bulk Box • Amazon Business $12.18 1 $12.18
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Dishwashing Liquid Dish Soap, Cruelty Free Formula, Lemon Verbena Scent, 16 oz - Pack of 3 • Amazon Business $11.55 1 $11.55
One Dozen/12pcs Assorted Bandanas 22X22 Inch 100% Cotton Novelty Double Sided Print Paisley Cowboy Bandana Party Favor Scarf Headband Handkerchiefs • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
GE 6-Outlet Power Strip, 2 Pack, 2 Ft Extension Cord, Heavy Duty Plug, Grounded, Integrated Circuit Breaker, 3-Prong, Wall Mount, UL Listed, White, 14833 • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Cable Matters Snagless Cat 6 Ethernet Cable 30 ft (Cat 6 Cable, Cat6 Cable, Internet Cable, Network Cable) in Black • Amazon Business $10.95 1 $10.95
Paper Mate Pink Pearl Erasers, Large, 12 Count • Amazon Business $5.21 2 $10.42
Swiffer WetJet Multi-Purpose Floor Cleaner Solution with Febreze Refill, Lavender Vanilla and Comfort Scent, 1.25 Liter (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Figurative Language In a Jar® • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Preserve - 14107 Preserve On the Go 16 Ounce Cups Kitchen Supplies, Apple Green • Amazon Business $7.96 1 $7.96
Avantree Pack of 20 Reusable Cord Organizer Keeper Holder, Fastening Cable Ties Straps for Earbud Headphones Phones Electronics Electrical Computer PC Wire Wrap Management, Assorted 3 Size and 5 Color • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Magnetic Pencil Holder,Mesh Stainless Steel Pen Basket, Metal Writing Utensil Storage Organizer for Whiteboard,Blackboard,Kitchen, Locker, Home, or Office • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Scotch Expressions Masking Tape, .94" x 20 yds., Fuchsia (3437-PNK) • Staples $3.29 1 $3.29
Scotch-Brite Non-Scratch Scrub Sponges, For Washing Dishes and Cleaning Kitchen, 3 Scrub Sponges • Amazon Business $2.96 1 $2.96
Scotch Expressions Masking Tape, .94" x 20 yds., Tangerine (3437-ORG) • Staples $2.49 1 $2.49

Materials cost

$217.51

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$250.77

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$44.25

Total project goal

$295.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $295.02

2 Donors

-$138.69

Donations toward project cost

-$132.89

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$5.80

match offer

-$138.68

Match offer toward project cost

-$117.88

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.80

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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