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Mrs. Berry-Pettus from Silver Spring, MD is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Basics for Kindergarten- Crayons, Markers, Headphones

My students need headphones, crayons, markers, color pencils, and batteries. In kindergarten, we use a lot of crayons, markers, and color pencils.

  • $1,263 goal

This project expired on September 15, 2016.

This project expired on September 15, 2016.

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My Students

Basic supplies are valuable in kindergarten! At the end of the year, we always run out of crayons, markers, and other basic things. I am requesting these items to ensure that we do not run out of things for this school year and next year. We also need new headphones to use with our new technology.

Our school currently serves over 800 students enrolled from Head-start through fifth grade.

These students come from all over the world – over 30 countries – and speak nearly as many languages. Majority of my students are ESOL students and they enjoy doing hands on activities.

My Project

The new head phones will be used with our new tablets and chrome books to help minimize the noise in our classroom. The other supplies in the project are basic supplies that we use daily in kindergarten. Every year, I send wish list home for school supplies at the beginning of the school year and rarely get the school supplies requested. I understand that some of the parents can not afford to pay for the school supplies and that is why I am asking for your support.

The materials that I am requesting will ensure that my students will have the basic supplies needed for the whole school year.

By donating, you are assisting me in building a solid foundation for their educational career. Thank you so much for your support!

Mrs. Berry-Pettus
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Panasonic BK-4HCCA8BA Eneloop Pro AAA New High Capacity 950mAh Typical Ni-MH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries, Pack of 8 • Amazon Business $22.46 3 $67.38
Crayola 256ct. Large Size Crayons & Washable Markers • Amazon Business $64.75 1 $64.75
Expo Click Retractable Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, 12-Pack, Black • Amazon Business $14.99 4 $59.96
Crayola 256ct Classpack 16 colors Broad Line Markers • Amazon Business $58.68 1 $58.68
Panasonic K-KJ17KHC82A eneloop pro NEW High Capacity Power Pack, 8AA, 2AAA, with "Advanced" Individual Battery Charger • Amazon Business $57.00 1 $57.00
Crayola 800CT Regular Size Crayons 8 Colors Classpack • Amazon Business $52.84 1 $52.84
Crayola 200ct Classpack Fine Markers (Barrel Color May Vary) • Amazon Business $50.06 1 $50.06
Sterilite 19859806 30-Quart Ultra Latch Box, White Lid See-Through Base with Titanium Latches, 6-Pack • Amazon Business $48.31 1 $48.31
LilGadgets Connect+ Volume Limited Wired Headphones with SharePort for Children (Blue) • Amazon Business $23.95 2 $47.90
Crayola 800CT Regular Size Crayons 16 Colors Classpack • Amazon Business $45.18 1 $45.18
Crayola 832ct Classpack 64 colors • Amazon Business $44.65 1 $44.65
Mr. Sketch Scented Twistable Crayons, Assorted, 18-Pack (1951331) • Amazon Business $10.29 4 $41.16
Sterilite 19848006 18-Quart Ultra Storage Box, White Lid See-Through Base with Black Latches, 6-Pack • Amazon Business $38.55 1 $38.55
Crayola 240ct Colored Pencils Classpack 12 Colors • Amazon Business $36.88 1 $36.88
Expo Click Retractable Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Fine Point, 12-Pack, Black • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98
Melissa & Doug Classic Wooden Abacus • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Over the Ear Headphone • Amazon Business $14.50 2 $29.00
Panasonic K-KJ17KHCA4A Eneloop Pro Individual Cell Battery Charger with 4 AA Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries, 4 pack • Amazon Business $26.62 1 $26.62
Batman Kid Safe Over the Ear Headphone w/ Volume Limiter (30382) • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
Mr. Sketch Scented Twistable Crayons, Assorted, 8-Pack (1951199) • Amazon Business $6.29 4 $25.16
Mr. Sketch Stix Scented Markers, Fine Tip, Set of 10, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $5.24 4 $20.96
KIDdesigns Doc McStuffins Rockin Doc Headphones • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Expo Click Retractable Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Fine Point, 6-Pack, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $8.41 2 $16.82
Hello Kitty Kid Safe Over the Ear Headphone with Volume Limiter, Styles May Vary (30309) • Amazon Business $14.48 1 $14.48
Monster High Kid Safe Over the Ear Headphone w/ Volume Limiter (30348) • Amazon Business $14.45 1 $14.45

Materials cost

$970.72

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$58.24

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,073.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$189.44

Total project goal

$1,262.96

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