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Mr. Calise from Owings Mills MD is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Old Room Turning Into a New Learning Space

Help me give my students the best classroom experience they can get, thank you!

  • 11 donors
  • $195 still needed

expires Oct 26

  • 11 donors
  • $195 still needed
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Donating to improve a classroom can make a significant impact on the learning environment and student experience. Whether it's providing new textbooks that update outdated material, supplying modern technology like tablets or laptops to enhance research capabilities, or even funding art supplies to encourage creativity, each contribution enriches the educational journey. By supporting educational initiatives through donations, individuals and organizations not only invest in the future of students but also foster a sense of community and collaboration within the school. These efforts not only benefit current students but also lay the groundwork for a more inclusive and innovative learning environment, ensuring that every student has the resources they need to thrive academically and creatively.

Mr. Calise
Never Before Funded Grades 9-12
  • Owings Mills High School
  • Owings Mills, MD
    • More than a third 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

    This project will reach 180 students.

    11 donors have given to this project.

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
EastPoint Sports Connect 4 Hoops Indoor Basketball Arcade Game for Home, Rec Room or Man Cave - Fun for Adults, Kids & Family • Amazon Business $149.99 1 $149.99
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $18.65 3 $55.95
Unitek Multi Charging Station, 10-Port USB Charger for Multiple Device with SmartIC Tech and Adjustable Dividers, Organizer Stand Compatible with iPad, Tablet, Kindle, iPhone • Amazon Business $44.63 1 $44.63
Expo Neon Bullet Tip Dry Erase Markers -5/pk • Teachers' School Supply $15.05 2 $30.10
Dry-Erase Board Cleaner • Carolina Biological Supply Company $5.31 5 $26.55
6 Pieces Dry Erase Erasers Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser Washable Microfiber Shag Eraser for Classroom, Home and Office Use (Gray) • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
HBlife Acrylic Magnetic Dry Erase Marker Holder Wall Mount, 10 Slots Whiteboard Marker Holder for Office, School and Home, Marker, Eraser and Whiteboard Cleaner Not Included, Clear • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Nicecho Shut The Box Dice Game,2-4 Player Family Wooden Board Table Math Games for Adults and Kids, 8 Dices Classics Tabletop Version Games for Classroom,Home,Party or Pub • Amazon Business $18.98 1 $18.98
Proof! Math Game - The Fast Paced Game of Mental Math Magic - Teachers’ Choice Award Winning Educational Game, Ages 9+ • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Materials cost

$389.16

Vendor shipping charges

 $13.26

Sales tax

 $23.35

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.84

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$461.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$81.46

Total project goal

$543.07

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $543.07

11 Donors

-$343.00

Donations toward project cost

-$296.05

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$46.95

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$5.29

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $194.78

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