Classroom and teaching supplies

What to ask your PTA or DonorsChoose for: 12 requests that make a difference

PTAs and DonorsChoose funders usually fund items that last and help many children. Ask for things you cannot cover from your pocket: a rug, seats, headphones, a charging cart. DonorsChoose has its own rules; read them on the site before posting a project. Lakeshore, Bretford and other pages below show current prices.

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DonorsChoose: for teachers
DonorsChoose · Ages Teacher
The nonprofit's page for teachers, with the steps to start a project.
Watch for: Free to post; check eligibility and rules on the site (Oct 2026).
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DonorsChoose: most requested basic supplies
DonorsChoose · Ages Teacher
List of commonly requested basic supplies on the site.
Watch for: Not a price list.
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DonorsChoose: for principals
DonorsChoose · Ages Admin
Information for school leaders who approve projects.
Watch for: Some schools require principal sign-off (Oct 2026).
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Comfy Rectangular Classroom Carpets
Lakeshore Learning · Ages PreK-5
A rug for the meeting area.
Watch for: About $139-429 (Oct 2026).
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Premium Wobble Chairs
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-5
A starter set of movement seats.
Watch for: About $90-110 each (Oct 2026).
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Calming Colors Premium Beanbag Seats
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-5
Reading-nook seats.
Watch for: About $109 each (Oct 2026).
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Listening Center Headphones
Lakeshore Learning · Ages PreK-5
A class set of headphones.
Watch for: About $22-169 by count (Oct 2026).
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Wireless Classroom Headphones Set
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-8
Wireless set for a group.
Watch for: About $229 (Oct 2026).
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Charging Carts
Bretford · Ages 3-12
Charging carts for Chromebooks and tablets.
Watch for: Prices by quote; check the maker's page (Oct 2026). Carts need a power plan from your school's IT.
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Chromebook Charging Solutions
Bretford · Ages 3-12
Chromebook-specific storage and charging.
Watch for: Prices by quote (Oct 2026).
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Techguard Connect 10-Bay Charging Locker
Bretford · Ages 3-12
A locker that charges and tracks ten devices.
Watch for: Prices by quote (Oct 2026).
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Classic Birch 12-Cubby Storage Unit
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-5
Storage a PTA can fund once for many years.
Watch for: About $459 (Oct 2026).
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More lists

Classroom rugs and carpets for circle time and reading: 12 picks
A carpet marks the meeting area and cuts echo.
Book bins, supply caddies and tubs for the classroom: 12 options
Bins and caddies are the cheapest way to turn a pile of books and markers into something kids can find and put back.
Classroom cubbies, bookcases and storage units: 10 picks
Furniture is the big-ticket part of a room, so buy it slowly.
Classroom library furniture and reading-nook pieces: 10 picks
A reading corner needs three things: book display, a place to sit, and something soft underfoot.
Labels and organization tools for a classroom: 10 picks
Labels cost little and save a lot of daily nagging.
Bulletin board sets, paper and trim: 12 picks
A bulletin board has three costs: paper, trim and the letters or pieces.
Bulletin board borders and trim: 10 picks
Borders frame a board and hide ragged edges.
Anchor-chart paper, easels and chart stands: 8 picks
Anchor charts are made live with the class, so you need big paper, a stand and a marker that does not bleed.

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