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Ms. Shoemaker from Muskegon, MI is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Odds to Make Ends Meet

Help me give my students the odds and ends that will make our classroom smooth running and comfortable.

  • $247 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 curious and inquisitive seventh and eighth graders at a Title I public school in West Michigan. I see each of them each day for Social Studies, and they are so passionate about learning about the world around them. We work every day to expand our worldview and our understanding of world history so that we can understand how our history impacts our lives today and in the future.

As a first-generation high-school and college graduate, I use stories from my own life and experiences to relate to my scholars.

Our classroom is a peaceful place where we work to meet the needs of every scholar. For many scholars, this means helping ensure that they have all the basic school supplies they need to be successful. Some scholars are not able to provide their own supplies, and we are always ready to help those scholars out and give them what they need. For this reason, I'd like to stock my classroom with basic supplies we use often: washable markers, scissors, glue, staplers, fidget tools, erasers, and other items. We will use the Sterilite file crates to store these materials, and scholars know that they are able to take what they need. In addition, I'd like to try some textured calming stickers on student desks and in various places around the room to support emotional regulation skills and to help meet sensory needs.

Thank you for helping make sure every scholar has the tools they need to succeed!

Ms. Shoemaker Timberland Charter Academy Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

More about Ms. Shoemaker

Muskegon, MI View local requests

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

120 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sterilite 16939006 File Crate, Black, 6-Pack • Amazon Business $38.64 1 $38.64
Rarlan Washable Markers Bulk, Markers for Kids, Bulk pack, 8 Colors, 160 Count • Amazon Business $29.96 1 $29.96
Scissors Bulk 24-Pack, 8" Scissors All Purpose Comfort-Grip Handles Sharp Scissors for Office Home School Craft Sewing Fabric Supplies, High/Middle School Student Teacher Scissor, Right/Left Handed • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks, Washable, 7g, 60 Count • Amazon Business $14.32 1 $14.32
Bostitch inPower Spring-Powered Desktop Stapler, Easy Stapling Technology, Red • Amazon Business $14.07 1 $14.07
50 Pcs Anxiety Sensory Stickers Textured Sensory Stickers Positive Strip Stickers Rainbow Cat Stickers Stress Relief Textured Strips Adhesive Textured Tactile Stickers (Rainbow) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
28 Pack Sensory Toys Set, Relieves Stress and Anxiety Fidget Toy for Children Adults, Special Toys Assortment for Birthday Party Favors, Classroom Rewards Prizes, Carnival, Piñata Goodie Bag Fillers • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
UNCLE WU USA President Poster For Kids /Adults -Home Decor -Double Side Laminated President Chart for Homeschool -18 x 24 Inch Waterproof • Amazon Business $8.50 1 $8.50
2 Pack Classroom Timers for Teachers Kids Large Magnetic Digital Timer Blue Pink • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Paper Mate 73015 Arrowhead Pink Pearl Cap Erasers, 144 Count • Amazon Business $4.94 1 $4.94
Amazon Basics Dry Erase Liquid Cleaner for Whiteboards - 8.5-Ounce, 1-Pack • Amazon Business $4.58 1 $4.58

Materials cost

$171.93

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.99

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$209.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.97

Total project goal

$246.47

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $246.47

2 Donors

-$107.00

Donations toward project cost

-$107.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$120.59

Match offer toward project cost

-$102.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.09

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$18.88

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 $0.00

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