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Mrs. Castro from El Cajon, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Quick Classroom Spruce Up

Help me give my students a more inviting environment! With just a few changes in the classroom (adding color, organizational supplies, and even pencil so we aren't constantly at the pencil sharpener) we can really spruce that place!

  • $188 goal

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My Students

I teach at a Title 1 school in San Diego and have the opportunity of teaching a very diverse group of students. We have grown together, learned together, struggled together, persevered together, laughed together, and yes even cried together.

I want my students to know that I not only see their differences and needs, but understand and accept them as well.

In our class we spend a lot of time on social emotional learning and becoming compassionate students that can work together. We are constantly exploring different careers and passions to try and figure out what we love. Whether my students choose college, trade school, the military, etc. I think that the subjects often pushed aside, like health and nutrition and science, are as equal as the others when it comes to having kids explore what they love in life. There is so much out there for them and their paths are bright!

My Project

Being in the same room every day for 6 hours all school year can really become a drag. We've all done it. Had to sit in a room that we dreaded and when we thought about coming back the next day we would rather be sick and stay home.

I want my students to walk into my classroom and see an inviting, warm, and colorful environment.

It is only the start of what makes a student want to be at school but I think when I student likes their classroom they want to come back and that is a HUGE step in getting a student to be successful.

With just a few items I will be able to make the walls more colorful, organize their supplies into their own personal pencil pouch that can be taken home and to their other classes so they will always have the supplies needed at hand, and even spray paint a few items in the classroom and bring them back to life. A quick classroom spruce up!

Mrs. Castro Chase Elementary School Grades 3-5

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 Mrs. Castro

El Cajon, CA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

60 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
BAZIC Bright Color 3-Ring Pencil Pouch w/ Mesh Window - 24 Pack (804-24) • Amazon Business $28.48 1 $28.48
Qibote 48 Pieces Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Eraser Chalkboard Cleansers Wiper for Classroom Office Home (3 Colors, 2 x 2 Inch) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Astrobrights Color Paper, 8.5” x 11”, 24 lb/89 gsm, “Brights” 5-Color Assortment, 500 Sheets (99608) • Amazon Business $16.80 1 $16.80
Cedar Markers Liquid Chalk Markers - 12 Pack with Free 40 Chalkboard Labels - Neon Color Pens Including Gold and Silver Ink. Reversible Bullet and Chisel Tip and A Brand New Revolutionary Cap. • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
BIC Xtra-Precision Mechanical Pencil, Metallic Barrel, Fine Point (0.5mm), 24-Count • Amazon Business $3.88 4 $15.52
Wooden Table Numbers,Fashionclubs 1-20 Wedding Table Numbers with Holder Base,Hexagon Shape,Perfect for Wedding, Party, Events or Catering Decoration • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted, 16 Count • Amazon Business $10.94 1 $10.94

Materials cost

$116.71

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $10.68

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.75

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$159.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.08

Total project goal

$187.22

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $187.22

2 Donors

-$166.05

Donations toward project cost

-$159.14

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.91

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$21.17

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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