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Mrs. Paolocci from Madison, WI is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Organized Space, Bright Minds Embraced

Help me give my students a hands-on experience in advanced placement courses. These items will ensure that when my students walk into my room, they only need a pencil and their big beautiful brains!

  • $1,137 goal

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Mrs. Paolocci has another project! Donate to Soul Studies: Honoring the Past and Healing the Present to help her classroom.

$741 - complete this project and be a hero

My Project

Imagine a classroom where students feel supported, inspired, and equipped to excel. My students, many of whom are upperclassmen enrolled in an Advanced Placement course, are working hard to earn college credit. The supplies that I have asked for can make a significant impact on their success.

Rigorous coursework should be accessible, fun, and engaging.

Hunger should not be a barrier to learning, especially when tackling rigorous coursework. A simple snack can provide energy and show students they are cared for. Access to project supplies (socks, sticky eyes, pom poms) fosters creativity and ensures every student has what they need to participate fully in hands-on learning experiences.

As their teacher, being organized allows me to focus more on teaching. Organizational tools will help me streamline materials and create a welcoming space where both students and I can thrive. With your support, we can build a classroom that meets students' needs and helps them achieve their academic dreams.

Mrs. Paolocci East High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Madison, WI 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

165 students impacted 24donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
ClosetMaid 4 Cube Storage Shelf Organizer Bookshelf with Back Panel, Easy Assembly, Wood, White Finish • Amazon Business $96.96 2 $193.92
EPEIUS Kids Boys/Girls' Cushioned Crew Socks Thick Cotton Athletic Socks 6 Pack 4-14 Years • Amazon Business $15.99 7 $111.93
AP Psychology Premium, 2024: Comprehensive Review With 6 Practice Tests + an Online Timed Test Option (Barron's AP Prep) • Amazon Business $17.03 5 $85.15
Inversion Goggles - Prism Goggles for Upside Down Challenge, 180 Degrees Universal Size Psychedelic Vision and Hilarious Fun, Lazy Glasses, Perfect for Family Party, Backyard Games and Gifts • Amazon Business $37.95 2 $75.90
Nutri-Grain Soft Baked Breakfast Bars, Kids Snacks, Whole Grain, Variety Pack (4 Boxes, 32 Bars) • Amazon Business $16.99 3 $50.97
Silicone Bubble POP Fidget Toy (assorted colors & designs; desk social emotional learning, sensory calming corner, mental health, quiet focus fidgets) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $5.00 10 $50.00
Biodots Stress Relief Package with Color Change Interpretation Chart, 100 Count • Amazon Business $21.30 2 $42.60
Welch's Fruit Snacks Mixed Fruit 8 oz 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $12.89 3 $38.67
Power Strip Tower Wireless Charger, SUPERDANNY Surge Protector Tower, 10A 1080J Charger Station with 9 Outlets & 4 USB Ports, Extension Cord 10ft for Laptop Phone Black and Blue • Amazon Business $32.49 1 $32.49
KOOTOP Cute Purple Keyboard and Mouse Combo , 2.4G Wireless Keyboard with Retro Round Keycap for PC, Mac, Laptop,Tablet,Computer Windows (Purple) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Carl & Kay [300 Pcs] 250 1 Inch Pom Poms & 50 Googly Eyes - Craft Pom Pom Balls - Pompoms for Crafts - Pom Pom for Crafts in Bright & Bold Assorted Colors - Large Pom Poms Arts and Crafts • Amazon Business $9.97 3 $29.91
Stamped (For Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You (hardcover) • MahoganyBooks $14.39 2 $28.78
Bupete 200g/7oz Polyester Fiber Fill, Premium Fiber Fill Stuffing, Fluff Stuffing High Resilience Fill Fiber for Stuffed Animal Crafts, Pillow Stuffing, Cushions Stuffing • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
The Islam Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained (DK Big Ideas) • Amazon Business $18.69 1 $18.69
Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You: A Remix of the National Book Award-Winning Stamped from the Beginning (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $18.00 1 $18.00
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Bundle, Home Apartment Dorm Room Essentials and Cleaning Supplies, All Purpose Cleaner, Multi-surface Cleaning Wipes, Multi-Scent Sanitizing Wipes Bundle, 80 Count (4pk) • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
100pcs 100% Compostable Biodegradable Utensils Disposable Cutlery Set Cornstarch Spoon Fork Knife Alternative to Plastic (Spoon 50, Fork 50) • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
Black Lives Matter Wall Art Poster - 8x10 African American Pride Print for Living Room, Bedroom, Office - Gift for Black History Month, Civil Rights, Martin Luther King, Malcolm X Fans - UNFRAMED • Amazon Business $12.82 1 $12.82
The Religions Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained (DK Big Ideas) • Amazon Business $12.69 1 $12.69
Freedom in Congo Square • Amazon Business $10.11 1 $10.11
200 Pieces Wiggle Eyes, FEBSNOW Googly Eyes Self Adhesive Black White Plastic Googly Eyes Mixed Assorted Sizes Sticker Eyes for DIY Crafts Decoration(6mm) • Amazon Business $4.89 2 $9.78
GOODY Ouchless Womens Polyband Elastic Hair Tie - 250 Count, Clear - Fine Hair Accessories to Style With Ease and Keep Your Hair Secured - Perfect for Fun and Unique Hairstyles - Pain-Free • Amazon Business $4.54 2 $9.08

Materials cost

$913.41

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$966.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$170.49

Total project goal

$1,136.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,136.60

22 Donors

-$861.89

Donations toward project cost

-$736.61

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$125.28

Matching donations from our partners

-$270.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$229.50

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$40.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.71

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