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Mrs. Kesley from Athens, TN is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Best 1st Grade Classroom Experience!

Help me give my students a good classroom environment. The following items will give my kids a good year and reinforce positive behaviors. Thank you so much for even a small donation.

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The stuff animals will help students with their reading. Students find comfort in stuff animals. The stools are for the small group. Students always love fun stools to sit in. The laminator will help make all projects for students last longer. I truly just want my students to have the best classroom experience and get the most out of first grade. I want them to enjoy learning. This is my first year teaching and first year with first grade and teaching reading is so important for little kids. I really hope to receive everything on here because I truly believe it would make my classroom a better learning experience for my students.

Mrs. Kesley
Never Before Funded Never Before Funded Grades PreK-2
    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

    This project will reach 20 students.

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
8 Pack Stacking Stools Classroom Stackable Stool Plastic Stack Stool Round Stacking Stool Set Student Round Stool Multipurpose Stool Chairs Flexible Seating for Kids Adult Home Classroom(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $113.99 1 $113.99
Scotch Thermal Laminator, Extra Wide 13 Inch Input, Ideal for Teachers, Small Offices, or Home (TL1302X) • Amazon Business $47.59 1 $47.59
X-ACTO Crayon Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, Electric Sharpener with SafeStart Automatic Motor, Great for Home or Schools • Amazon Business $45.50 1 $45.50
Crayola Crayons Bulk, 24 Crayon Packs with 24 Assorted Colors, School Supplies • Amazon Business $35.76 1 $35.76
Fiskars Recycled Bypass Paper Trimmer - 12" Cut Length - Guillotine Paper Cutter with Self-Sharpening Blade - Black • Amazon Business $30.99 1 $30.99
RALLYPANDA 1200+Party Favors for Kids Fidget Toys Pack Bulk Prize Box Treasure Box Goodie Bag Stuffers Carnival Prizes Classroom Rewards Pinata Fillers for Kids • Amazon Business $29.98 1 $29.98
Astrobrights Colored Paper, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, Assorted Bright Colors, Pack of 500, Orange • School Specialty $27.97 1 $27.97
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches,200 Pack Laminating Sheets,3 Mil,8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Education Supplies & Craft Supplies, For Use With Thermal Laminators, Letter Size Sheets (TP3854-200) • Amazon Business $26.37 1 $26.37
Crayola Dough - Silly Scents | 60x1oz Scented Play Dough Party Pack | 60 Modeling Compound Tubs in 6 Bright Colors & Scents | Kids Party Favors | Classroom Prizes | Summer Activities for Kids • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Mr Sketch Mr. Sketch Scented Twistable Gel Crayons, Set of 12, Black • School Specialty $22.49 1 $22.49
LEGO Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696 Building Toy Set - Featuring Storage, Includes Train, Car, and a Tiger Figure, and Playset for Kids, Boys, and Girls Ages 4-99 • Amazon Business $21.42 1 $21.42
Phomemo D30 Label Maker Machine, Portable Bluetooth Mini Label Printer, Smart Phone Handheld Thermal Sticker Small Labeler Multiple Templates Font Icon Inkless for Home Office • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
32 Piece Mini Plush Animal Toy Set, Cute Small Animals Plush Keychain Decoration for Themed Parties, Kindergarten Gift, Teacher Student Award, Goody Bags Filler for Boys Girls Child Kid Laxdacee • Amazon Business $18.94 1 $18.94
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
KIDS PREFERRED of Eric Carle, The Very Hungry Caterpillar Stuffed Animal Plush - 12 Inches Multicolor • Amazon Business $17.82 1 $17.82
Surebonder Cordless Hot Glue Gun, High Temperature, Full Size, 60W, 50% More Power - Sturdily Bonds Metal, Wood, Ceramics, Leather & Other Strong Materials (Specialty Series CL-800F) • Amazon Business $16.84 1 $16.84
MerryMakers The Day The Crayons Quit Green Plush Toy,0 months to 100 months 12-Inch • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
Crayola Construction Paper - 480ct (2pck), Bulk School Supplies For Kids, Classroom Supplies, Art Paper for Arts & Crafts • Amazon Business $13.81 1 $13.81
MerryMakers The Day the Crayons Quit Red Soft Plush Crayon Toy, 12-Inch, from Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffer's The Day the Crayon's Quit Book Series • Amazon Business $13.16 1 $13.16
Llama Llama Red Pajama Beanbag Stuffed Animal Plush Toy • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
URSKYTOUS 60Pcs Animal Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Pencil Bulk Puzzle Erasers Toys Gifts for Classroom Prizes,Game Reward,Treasure Box,Easter Egg Fillers,Goodie Bag Stuffers,Party Favors • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
MerryMakers The Day the Crayons Quit Orange Soft Plush Crayon Toy, 12-Inch, from Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffer's The Day the Crayons Quit Book Series • Amazon Business $12.60 1 $12.60
Band-Aid Brand Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages Assorted Sizes 100 Count (117178) • Staples $7.99 1 $7.99
The Crayons Trick or Treat • Amazon Business $7.50 1 $7.50

Materials cost

$615.02

Vendor shipping charges

 $6.88

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.23

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$661.13

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$116.67

Total project goal

$777.80

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Total project goal

 $777.80

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 $777.80

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