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Mrs. Coleman from Panorama City, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Minds: Supplying Pencils and Graphing Notebooks for Classroom Success

Help me give my students notebooks and pencils for my Algebra students. They will need them to advance in math.

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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

The requested pencils and graphing notebooks play a vital role in enhancing student learning experiences. Pencils are essential tools for daily classroom activities, enabling students to actively engage in writing, note-taking, and problem-solving tasks. Graphing notebooks provide a structured platform for students to practice mathematical concepts, graphing functions, and analyzing data, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills. By ensuring access to these fundamental supplies, students can fully participate in classroom discussions, complete assignments, and explore mathematical concepts with confidence, ultimately promoting academic success and achievement.

The primary goal of this project is to equip students with the necessary resources to excel academically and foster a positive learning environment.

By securing pencils and graphing notebooks, we aim to remove barriers to learning and empower students to actively participate in classroom activities, homework assignments, and collaborative projects. Additionally, by providing each student with their own graphing notebook, we seek to promote organization, accountability, and ownership of learning, thereby instilling valuable lifelong skills for academic and personal success.

Our students are a diverse and resilient group, each possessing unique talents, backgrounds, and aspirations. Despite facing various challenges, they demonstrate remarkable dedication, curiosity, and enthusiasm for learning. Many of our students exhibit a keen interest in mathematics and science, eagerly embracing opportunities to explore complex concepts and solve real-world problems. Moreover, our students possess a strong sense of community and mutual support, fostering a collaborative learning environment where every voice is valued and respected. By investing in their education and providing essential resources, we aim to nurture their potential, cultivate their talents, and empower them to achieve their academic and personal goals.

Mrs. Coleman Vista 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.

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Panorama City, CA 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Better Office Products Quad Ruled Composition Book Notebook, 12 Pack, Hardcover 4x4 Graph Ruled Paper, 80 Sheets, 9.75" x 7.5", Assorted Color Covers, 12 Pack • Amazon Business $21.13 10 $211.30
SKKSTATIONERY 600Pcs Pre-sharpened pencils Set, 12Pack Woodcase Lead Pencils Sharpened, 50Pcs/box. • Amazon Business $42.59 1 $42.59
Electric Pencil Sharpener Heavy Duty, 6 Holes, Auto Stop AFMAT Pencil Sharpeners for School, Classroom Electric Sharpener for 6-11mm Pencils, 7000 Sharpening Times, Do not Eat up Colored Pencils • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99

Materials cost

$279.88

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $25.61

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$339.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.95

Total project goal

$399.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $399.64

2 Donors

-$125.00

Donations toward project cost

-$106.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.75

Matching donations from our partners

-$274.64

Match offers toward project cost

-$233.44

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$41.20

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 $0.00

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