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Ms. Profe Carrillo from Rancho Cordova, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Brighter Boards, Brighter Days!

Help me give my students bulletin board supplies like borders, posters, staples, and push pins to create engaging displays that showcase their work, reinforce key concepts, celebrate diverse cultures, and help them feel included in our learning community.

  • 4 donors
  • $477 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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Ms. Profe Carrillo has another project! Donate to From Clutter to Clarity to help her classroom.

$1,246 - complete this project and be a hero

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

My students are curious, creative, and eager to learn. I love how they take pride in their work and get excited to see their ideas displayed in our classroom. That’s why I want to give them vibrant, engaging bulletin boards that not only showcase their achievements but also reinforce what we’re learning and celebrate the diverse cultures we explore.

The borders, posters, staples, and push pins in this project will help create meaningful displays that make our classroom feel like a welcoming, inclusive space where every student sees themselves reflected.

These boards will highlight student work, anchor important concepts, and spark discussions that bring learning to life.

With your support, we can transform our walls into a source of inspiration, connection, and pride for every student in our classroom!

Ms. Profe Carrillo W.E. Mitchell Middle School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. Profe Carrillo

Rancho Cordova, CA 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Quartet Cork Roll, 2' x 4' (103) • Quill.com $26.99 4 $107.96
Qilery Bookshelf Bulletin Board Set Plant Motivational Classroom Decor Reading Library Bulletin Board Set Inspirational Cutout for Back to School Classroom Decoration • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
Teacher Created Resources Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll, Lime - 77371 • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Whaline 196.9ft Rainbow Bulletin Board Borders 6 Rolls Glitter Rainbow Color Bulletin Board Stripes Colorful Rolled Bulletin Board Trim for Gay Pride Day School Classroom Office Chalkboard Decor • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Assorted Sprinkle Colors 500 Sheets/Ream (91714) • Staples $19.24 1 $19.24
Black Brick Better Than Paper® Bulletin Board Roll • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Assorted Eco Colors 500 Sheets/Ream (22226) • Staples $17.74 1 $17.74
Teacher Created Resources Fun Size Light Blue Better Than Paper® Bulletin Board Roll (TCR77420) • Amazon Business $15.87 1 $15.87
JAM PAPER Round Paper Party Plates, Small, 7 Inch, Purple, 50/pack • Quill.com $15.59 1 $15.59
Stanley Heavy-Duty Staples - 1/2", Box of 1000 • Blick Art Materials $4.43 3 $13.29
BXawi 84Pcs Farm Bulletin Board Border Colorful Farm Animals Cow Print Plaid Scalloped Borders Trim Back to School Classroom Chalkboard Decor for Elementary Kindergarten Preschool Farm Party Supplies • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79
Barker Creek Double-Sided Border, Dot to Dot Grape, for Bulletin Boards, Reception Areas, Halls, Break Rooms, Office, School, Home Learning Decor, 3” x 35’ (949) • Amazon Business $7.82 1 $7.82
Teacher Created Resources Confetti Straight Border Trim, 2-3/4 x 35 Inches - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $5.02 1 $5.02
Teacher Created Resources Oh Happy Day Stars Border - Elementary-Middle School - Kids • School Specialty $5.02 1 $5.02
Push Pins-130pcs Clear PushPins, Bulletin Board Thumb Tacks for Cork Board, Map Pins, Photo Hanging Tacks,Craft Projects Tacks, Ideal for Homes,Schools and Offices • Amazon Business $3.55 1 $3.55

Materials cost

$328.84

Vendor shipping charges

$10.95

Sales tax

$30.09

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$404.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$71.44

Total project goal

$476.25

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$476.25

2 Donors

-$473.31

Donations toward project cost

-$404.81

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$68.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.94

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$0.00

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