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Mrs. Kim from Gardena, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Independent Skills: Classroom Supplies for Small Group Success

Help me give my students the essential tools they need to thrive during independent small group sessions, where they’ll focus on strengthening their writing, reading, and penmanship skills.

  • $265 goal

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Mrs. Kim has another project! Donate to Beyond the Desk: Tools for Flexible Learning to help her classroom.

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My Project

I love how eager and unique my students are, each bringing their own strengths and energy to the classroom. The resources I’m requesting will help them become more independent and organized during small group sessions, where they’ll focus on writing, reading, and penmanship. Folders and sheet protectors will keep their work neat, while dry erase markers and highlighters will support interactive learning. These tools will allow students to take ownership of their progress and help me create an engaging environment where they can thrive. My goal is to empower them to build confidence and develop the skills they need for future success.

Mrs. Kim Chapman Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

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Gardena, 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

20 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
KTRIO Plastic Folders with Pockets and Prongs, 10 Pack 2 Pocket Folders 3 Prong Folders, Heavy Duty Plastic Folders with Prongs, Colored Folders with Pockets and Brads for School Office, Letter Size • Amazon Business $12.79 4 $51.16
Expo Low Odor Dry Erase Marker Fine Tip Black 12/Pack (SAN86001) • Staples $10.49 4 $41.96
hand2mind FingerFocus Highlighter, Guided Reading Strips, Reading Pointers for Kids, Dyslexia Tools for Kids, ADHD Tools, Special Education School Supplies, Teacher Classroom Must Haves (6 Pack) • Amazon Business $15.39 2 $30.78
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener, Auto Stop, Super Sharp & Fast, Electric Pencil Sharpener Plug in for 6-12mm No.2/Colored Pencils/Office/Home-Green • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
MaxGear 72 Pack Dry Erase Erasers, Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers, Classroom Supplies, Dry Erase Board Erasers, Mini Dry Erase Eraser for Classroom, Office, Home (6 Color Set, 2 x 2 x 0.6 Inch • Amazon Business $17.89 1 $17.89
Amazon Basics Polypropylene (PP) Sheet Protector, Non-Glare, 200 Pack, Clear • Amazon Business $10.05 1 $10.05

Materials cost

$175.83

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$16.09

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$224.56

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$39.63

Total project goal

$264.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$264.19

1 Donor

-$264.19

Donations toward project cost

-$224.56

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$39.63

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$0.00

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