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Ms. Pelico from South Gate, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Equip & Empower: Providing the Tools for Educational Success

Help me give my students essential school supplies for a memorable learning experience.

  • $454 goal

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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

Access to classroom supplies is of great importance as it ensures that students have the necessary tools to actively engage in their learning process. Pens, pencils, colored paper, whiteboard markers, and classroom organization tools facilitate hands-on activities, creative expression, and effective communication.

These supplies enable my students to explore their ideas, collaborate with their peers, and showcase their learning in meaningful ways.

By donating to this project, you are directly contributing to the creation of a vibrant and engaging learning environment, empowering students to unleash their creativity and reach their full potential. Together, let's equip our classrooms with the necessary supplies that will inspire learning, foster innovation, and set our students on the path to success.

Ms. Pelico South East High School Grades 9-12

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. Pelico

South Gate, 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

120 students impacted 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Neon Heavy-Duty Book Bins - Set of 6 Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Crayola Kids' Colored Pencils Assorted Colors 24/Box (68-4024) • Staples $3.11 10 $31.10
Staples� Brights Multipurpose Paper, 24 lbs., 8.5" x 11", Lime, 500/Ream (20105) • Quill.com $24.99 1 $24.99
Staples� Brights Multipurpose Paper, 24 lbs., 8.5" x 11", Pink, 500/Ream (20106) • Quill.com $24.59 1 $24.59
Staples� Brights Multipurpose Paper, 24 lbs., 8.5" x 11", Blue, 500/Ream (20101) • Quill.com $24.59 1 $24.59
Staples� Brights Multipurpose Paper, 24 lbs., 8.5" x 11", Orange, 500/Ream (20108) • Quill.com $22.99 1 $22.99
Crayola Markers Broad Tip Assorted 10/Pack (58-7725) • Staples $2.54 9 $22.86
Staples� Brights Multipurpose Paper, 24 lbs., 8.5" x 11", Yellow, 500/Ream (20102) • Quill.com $21.59 1 $21.59
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $21.43 1 $21.43
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $20.03 1 $20.03
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.14 9 $19.26
BIC Intensity Advanced Tank Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Assorted 12/Pack (GELITP121AST) • Staples $17.61 1 $17.61

Materials cost

$321.03

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$29.37

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$385.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.98

Total project goal

$453.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$453.20

5 Donors

-$226.60

Donations toward project cost

-$192.61

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.99

match offer

-$226.60

Match offer toward project cost

-$192.61

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.99

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$0.00

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