You're on track to get doubled donations (and unlock a reward for the colleague who referred you). Keep up the great work!
Take credit for your charitable giving! Check out your tax receipts
Donate
To use your $50 gift card credits, find a project to fund and we'll automatically apply your credits at checkout. Find a classroom project
Skip to main content

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Lapinski from Philadelphia, PA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

See what Ms. Lapinski is requesting

The Scientists Are Back to School!

Help me give my students storage baskets, a variety of posters, markers, hand sanitizer, and different supplies that will help them as they learn!

  • $352 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Keep the momentum going! Make a donation to Ms. Lapinski for her next project!

Help Ms. Lapinski

Keep the momentum going! Make a donation to Ms. Lapinski for her next project!

My Project

Students in Philadelphia are resilient, unique, and ready to learn. This is one thing I have learned from teaching in the city over the last six years. The beginning of the year sets the tone for the rest of the year, despite any and all obstacles these students overcome. When students have a classroom full of supplies and resources, they feel more confident in their successes.

A new school year calls for new supplies.

With the current state of Covid-19, hand sanitizer, masks, and tissues are a necessity. These items ensure students are in school everyday and learning. The masks will be stored in the basket I am asking for, and they will always be available to students. Wearing the masks will enable students to work together safely in groups as they collaborate.

Decorating the walls with educational posters helps students remember the concepts they are learning about. Middle School is filled with earth science concepts. Students can refer to the posters while completing assignments or working with peers. They will also help them as they write about what they are learning.

Including posters with diverse scientists enables students to see people who have changed the world that look like themselves. This is unbelievably inspirational to these young learners!

Please consider supporting these students in having ample safety supplies, wall decorations, and sufficient materials for the entire school year!

Ms. Lapinski Julia R Masterman Middle High School Grades 6-8

More about Ms. Lapinski

Philadelphia, PA View local requests

Nearly all 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

140 students impacted 3donors

Boost your odds

Add a profile photo in addition to your classroom photo. If you add a photo, it'll show up right here on your project page.

You are more likely to receive funding if you put a face to your name.

Upload a photo

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

You donate directly to the teacher or project you care about and see where every dollar you give goes.

Expand the "Where your donation goes" section below to see exactly what Ms. Lapinski is requesting.

See our finances

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Really Good Stuff-666021 Plastic Desktop Paper Storage Baskets for Classroom or Home Use – Plastic Mesh Baskets in Neutral Colors – 14.25” x 10” – (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $31.30 1 $31.30
Earth, Sun, Moon & Seasons - Set of 4 | Science Posters | Gloss Paper measuring 33” x 23.5” | STEM Charts for the Classroom | Education Charts by Daydream Education • Amazon Business $30.21 1 $30.21
Purell Advanced Hand Sanitizer Refreshing Gel, Clean Scent, 2-Liter Pump Bottle (Pack of 1). 9625-04 • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
Lysol Disinfectant Wipes, Multi-Surface Antibacterial Cleaning Wipes, For Disinfecting and Cleaning, Lemon and Lime Blossom, 80 Count (Pack of 4)​ • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
NewPath Learning Rocks, Minerals & Fossils Bulletin Board Charts, Set/4 - Laminated, Double-Sided, Full-Color, 12" x 18" (94-8005) • Amazon Business $14.66 1 $14.66
Sweetzer & Orange Kindness Posters for Classroom Decorations. 6 Classroom Posters, 15 x 22” Large Poster Bundle. Growth Mindset Posters, Motivational Posters, Positive Posters, Inspirational Posters. • Amazon Business $14.65 1 $14.65
Crayola Ultra Clean Washable Markers For School, Back To School Gifts For Kids, 40 Classic Colors • Amazon Business $13.44 1 $13.44
Welly Bravery Badge Box | Adhesive Flexible Fabric Bandages | Assorted Shapes and Patterns for Minor Cuts, Scrapes, and Wounds - 100 Count • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Sproutbrite Classroom Decorations - Banner Posters for Teachers - Bulletin Board and Wall Decor for Pre School, Elementary and Middle School Themes • Amazon Business $12.80 1 $12.80
Growth Mindset Classroom Poster - 12 x 16 Educational Poster For Classroom Decoration, Bulletin Boards - Inspire & Motivate Young Students • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
50 PCS Colorful Push Pin with Wooden Clips, Durable Wooden Push Pins, Decorative Pushpins Tacks Thumbtacks, Tacks for Cork Board Artworks Notes Photos, Craft Projects, Offices and Homes (8 Colors) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead - Box of 150, Bulk Box • Amazon Business $11.84 1 $11.84
Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculator, Black with Blue Accents • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
(8 Pack) Sticky Notes 3x3 Inches,Bright Colors Self-Stick Pads, Easy to Post for Home, Office, Notebook, 8 Pads/Pack • Amazon Business $8.95 1 $8.95
Amazon Brand - Presto! Ultra-Soft Facial Tissues (4 Cube Boxes), 3-Ply Premium Thick, 66 Tissues per Box (264 Tissues Total) • Amazon Business $8.83 1 $8.83
Black Disposable Face Masks, 100 Pack Black Face Masks 3 Ply Filter Protection • Amazon Business $7.94 1 $7.94
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point (1.0mm), Black, Flexible Round Barrel For Writing Comfort, 60-Count (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $6.48 1 $6.48
Sharpie Permanent Markers Variety Pack, Featuring Fine, Ultra-Fine, and Chisel-Point Markers, Black, 6 Count • Amazon Business $4.98 1 $4.98

Materials cost

$250.30

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.94

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.75

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$298.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$52.76

Total project goal

$351.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $351.75

3 Donors

-$337.05

Donations toward project cost

-$298.99

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$38.06

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$14.70

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

View complete list Show less

Give the most requested basic supplies

See teacher requests

Give back to your community

Find opportunities to impact local needs by exploring a map of classroom projects near you.

See local area

Project Activity

Project Activity
Back to top

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Lapinski and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.

See how DonorsChoose works
{"pmaHash":"","showProjectRecommendations":true,"leadGenEnabled":true,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"PA","teacherPossessivePronoun":"her","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":3,"name":"Middle School"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"completingDonationAmount":0,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":true,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/the-scientists-are-back-to-school/6638557/","mayHaveReplacements":false,"numStudents":140,"teacherScreenName":"Ms. Lapinski","isEquityFocus":false,"proposalHash":"-444531186","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":100.00,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"schoolCity":"Philadelphia","teachersOnPage":[8357377],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"minimizedLeadGenEnabled":false,"proposalId":6638557,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":0,"verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":false,"authorIds":{"8357377":{"owner":"Ms. Lapinski","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":1.0,"proposalsOnPage":[6638557],"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/136/teacher-placeholder-4_136.png","teacherHasProfilePhoto":false,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":21,"teacherChallengeId":21904576,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":null,"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":8357377,"schoolCounty":"Philadelphia","fullyFunded":true,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":true,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"PA","name":"Pennsylvania"}}