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Ms. Washington from Baton Rouge, LA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Supplies for Success: Equipping Our Classroom Essentials

Help me give my students essential school supplies like markers, pencils, pens, and erasers to help our students stay prepared and succeed in the classroom.

  • $488 goal

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My Project

My students are creative, hardworking, and eager to learn, but they often lack access to the basis supplies needed to succeed. Simple items like pencils, pens, markers, and erasers are essential for taking notes, completing assignments, and expressing themselves creatively.

By providing these resources, I aim to create a classroom where every student feels equipped to participate fully in their education.

With these supplies, they’ll be able to focus on learning rather than worrying about not having what they need.

What makes my students special is their resilience and determination to thrive, even in the face of challenges. They inspire me daily, and I want to ensure they have every opportunity to reach their full potential. These supplies will empower them to stay organized, confident, and ready to learn. Thank you for supporting my incredible students!

Ms. Washington McKinley High School Grades 9-12

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

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Baton Rouge, LA 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

HBCU Alum 197 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Soucolor 24-Pack 12-Color Dot Markers for Toddlers Kids, Bingo Daubers Washable Art Markers, Toddlers Arts and Crafts, Kids Art Supplies Dot Paint Craft Kit, Painting Supplies Drawing Coloring • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Sharpie© Fine-Point Markers - Black - Canister of 36 • Nasco $37.04 1 $37.04
Soucolor 20-Pack 10 Colors Washable Bingo Paint Daubers Markers for Toddlers Kids Preschool, Dot Markers Set with 48 Pages Tearable Activity Book for Toddler Arts and Crafts Kits Supplies • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
LACCHOUFEE 320 Pack #2 Pencils Bulk Pre-sharpened Pencils with Eraser top, 2 HB Pencils for Writhing Drawing, Yellow Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk for Office, School, Teacher and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Sharpie Glam Pop Permanent Marker, Fine Tip, Assorted, 24/Pack (2185229) • Quill.com $24.04 1 $24.04
EXPO Chisel Tip Dry Erase Markers, Low-Odor Assorted Colors, Pack of 36 - Ideal for Classrooms, Offices, and Homes • Amazon Business $20.71 1 $20.71
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $20.36 1 $20.36
Crayola Project XL Poster Markers - Set of 4, Classic Colors • Blick Art Materials $5.93 3 $17.79
Crayola Project XL Poster Markers - Set of 4, Bright Colors • Blick Art Materials $5.93 3 $17.79
ARTEZA Red Gel Pens Pack of 24, 0.7mm Medium Point, Quick Drying Ink for Smooth Writing, Office & School Supplies • Amazon Business $17.10 1 $17.10
Pencil top Erasers,200 Pack,Pencil erasers Toppers,Cap erasers,Pencil Eraser caps,Eraser Tops,Pencil top erasers for Kids,Cap erasers for Pencils Bulk,9 Colors • Amazon Business $8.49 2 $16.98
Sharpie Flip Chart Markers, Bullet Tip, Assorted Colors, Set of 8 • School Specialty $10.12 1 $10.12
Paper Mate InkJoy 300RT Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Red, Pack of 12 - Rubber • School Specialty $9.52 1 $9.52
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pens, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Assorted Ink, Dozen (74423) • Quill.com $8.59 1 $8.59
Sharpie Tank Permanent Marker, Chisel Tip, Black, 4/Pack (38264PP) • Quill.com $6.10 1 $6.10
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Chisel Tip Marker Set, Poster Markers, Markers For Wood, Plastic, And More, Assorted Colors, 8 Count • Amazon Business $5.13 1 $5.13
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Red Ink, Dozen (20118/GSM11RD) • Quill.com $3.51 1 $3.51

Materials cost

$319.75

Vendor shipping charges

 $31.86

Sales tax

 $27.98

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$414.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.13

Total project goal

$487.52

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $487.52

2 Donors

-$332.52

Donations toward project cost

-$282.64

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$49.88

match offer

-$155.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$131.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.25

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