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Mrs. Simkins from Detroit, MI is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Simplistic School Supplies

Help me give my students the basic necessities to start the school year off strong.

  • 3 donors
  • $242 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Name tags play a significant role in kindergarten classrooms by promoting socialization, fostering a sense of identity and safety, building positive relationships, and supporting effective classroom management. Dry erase markers and erasers are essential educational tools in kindergarten classrooms. They support hands-on learning, creativity, language development, fine motor skills, sustainability, and student engagement, making them valuable resources for fostering a positive and effective learning environment. card stock is a valuable resource in the classroom due to its durability, versatility, visual impact, support for arts and crafts, writing/printing capabilities, longevity, suitability for educational games, and organizational benefits.

School supplies are essential tools that empower students to learn, create, and succeed in their educational journey.

Donating to this project is an act of profound kindess that directly impacts the education and well-being of students. It alleviates financial burdens on families and ensures all students have equal access to essential learning tools. These donations not only provide material support but also instill a sense of community and care, fostering a nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically and personally.

Mrs. Simkins
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kleenex Expressions Trusted Care Facial Tissues, 18 Flat Boxes, 160 Tissues per Box, 2-Ply (2,880 Total Tissues), Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $33.49 1 $33.49
LAZGOL Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 60 Pack Black Low Odor Whiteboard Markers, Fine Point Dry Erase Markers Perfect for Writing on Dry Erase Whiteboard Mirror Glass for School Office Home • Amazon Business $15.59 2 $31.18
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $10.38 3 $31.14
EXPO Dry Erase Whiteboard Cleaning Spray, 22 Ounces • School Specialty $12.97 2 $25.94
96 Packs Cube Dry Erase Eraser Bulk, Mini Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser, Chalkboard Cleansers for Kids, Classroom, School, Home, and Office Supplies • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock,"Classic" 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb/176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91630) • Amazon Business $18.44 1 $18.44
Hadley Designs 25 Colorful Teacher Name Plate for Desk Name Tags Classroom Kindergarten, Student Desk Name Plates for Classroom, Number Lines for Students Desk, Name Plate for Desk Kids Name Plates • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79

Materials cost

$169.97

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.59

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$205.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.20

Total project goal

$241.31

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $241.31

3 Donors

-$220.72

Donations toward project cost

-$205.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.61

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$20.59

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