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Mrs. Marrelli from Sun Valley, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Student Representation Matters

Help me give my students books and other classroom supplies that will boost their learning while recognizing and appreciating their identities and differences!

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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

Children spend a considerable amount of time in their classrooms, yet their unique identities, abilities, lifestyles, and cultures are not always visible in the materials they have access to at school. It will always be my goal that each of my students feels seen, heard, and celebrated. This project will help me to achieve this goal and ensure that each of my students is represented within our classroom community.

The books that children are exposed to within a classroom should be accessible and include authentic representations of the children within that learning environment, as well as others who are unlike themselves.

The books I am requesting will help me to continue the expansion of my library to ensure all students have access to books at their reading levels and books that include representations of themselves, as well as expose them to differences within their own school, communities, and around the world. Having a bookcase that can easily display these books will help these titles to take center stage and contribute to creating a safe and welcoming classroom environment. Similarly, students are often asked to draw themselves. Typically, boxes of crayons only include two colors that could be used to depict a skin tone. Giving students a box of multicultural crayons that have a variety of skin tones will allow them to authentically portray themselves in their artwork. Lastly, tokens such as stickers and pencils, are incredibly helpful in boosting engagement, and increasing learning, and are always greatly appreciated by the students!

The materials I am requesting will make a significant difference in my second-grade scholars' education and experience at school. Thank you for supporting my classroom and helping me to create a learning environment that is centered around equity, inclusion, and engagement!

Mrs. Marrelli Fenton Charter Leadership Academy 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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Sun Valley, 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

24 students impacted 24donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Culturally Responsive Collection: Hispanic/Latinx Edition Grades K-2 • Scholastic Teacher Store $393.64 1 $393.64
African American Characters Grades PreK-2 • Scholastic Teacher Store $146.20 1 $146.20
ECR4Kids Single-Sided Book Display, Classroom Bookshelf, Natural • Amazon Business $134.99 1 $134.99
Equity and Inclusion Grades PreK-2 (12 books) • Scholastic Teacher Store $86.40 1 $86.40
Graphite Smencils Cylinder - HB #2 Scented Pencils, 50 Count, Gifts for Kids, Party Favors, Classroom Rewards • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Zilpoo 5 Pack – Paper Organizer Bins, Plastic Turn in Tray, Office Desk File Holder, Supplies Storage Container, Drawer Organization Letter Baskets, Black • Amazon Business $34.99 2 $69.98
South & East Asian Characters Grades PreK-2 • Scholastic Teacher Store $69.58 1 $69.58
Native American Voices Grades PreK-2 • Scholastic Teacher Store $56.19 1 $56.19
Crayola Bulk Crayon Set, Colors of The World, Multicultural, School Supplies, 6 Sets of 24 Colors • Amazon Business $14.00 4 $56.00
Immigrant and Refugee Voices Grades PreK-2 • Scholastic Teacher Store $55.60 1 $55.60
X-ACTO Pencil Sharpener, School Pro Electric Pencil Sharpener, With Six Size Dial, XL Shavings Bin, Black, 1 Count • Amazon Business $27.44 1 $27.44
First Little Readers: Guided Reading Levels E & F (Parent Pack): 16 Irresistible Books That Are Just the Right Level for Growing Readers (First Little Readers) • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
First Little Readers: Guided Reading Levels K & L (Single-Copy Set): 16 Irresistible Books That Are Just the Right Level for Growing Readers (First Little Readers) • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
Folk & Fairy Tale Easy Readers (Parent Pack): 15 Classic Stories That Are "Just Right" for Young Readers • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
First Little Readers: Guided Reading Levels I & J (Parent Pack): 16 Irresistible Books That Are Just the Right Level for Growing Readers • Amazon Business $18.69 1 $18.69
First Little Readers: Guided Reading Levels G & H (Parent Pack): 16 Irresistible Books That Are Just the Right Level for Growing Readers • Amazon Business $16.69 1 $16.69
Heatoe 40 pcs Crazy Loop Straws Recyclable Drinking Straws Plastic Funny Straws Twist Straws Assorted Color, 10 Shapes - Birthday Party Favor Supplies • Amazon Business $11.95 1 $11.95
Acekar 200 PCS Cute Animal Stickers,Colorful Animal Waterproof Stickers,Vinyl Cute Aesthetic Stickers for Water Bottle,Laptop,Phone,Skateboard Stickers for Teens Girls Kids • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
200PCS Teens Hero Stickers for Water Bottles Superhero Stickers for Boys Teens Adults Waterproof Vinyl Stickers Pack for Skateboard Luggage Laptops Bumper Comic Legends Theme Decals for Laptops Party Supplies • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Benresive 100 Pcs Cute Animal Stickers for Kids, Water Bottle Stickers Waterproof Vinyl Hydroflask Phone Skateboard Laptop Stickers, Aesthetic Sticker Packs for Girls Teens • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98
Cat Stickers 200PCS,Kawaii Stickers,Cute Cat Stickers Pack,Funny Stickers for Adults,Waterproof and Vinyl Stickers for Water Bottle,Laptop,Phone,Skateboard, • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
50pcs Kawaii Food Stickers for Kids Teens and Adults, Cute Snack Stickers Decals for Journaling and Scrapbooking, Waterproof Vinyl Cartoon Stickers for Laptop Water Bottle Cup Skateboard Phone Case • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
jjlin Super Mario Bros Stickers for Water Bottles 50 Pack Cute,Waterproof,Aesthetic,Trendy Stickers for Teens,Girls Perfect for Waterbottle,Laptop,Phone,Travel Extra Durable Vinyl (Mario) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
The Colors of Us • Amazon Business $6.62 1 $6.62
50Pcs Cool Dog Stickers Bulk Cute Funny for Kids Water Bottles, Vinyl Waterproof Laptop Realistic Dog Sticker Pack for Phone Guitar Luggage Skateboard Teens Boys Girls (Dog2) • Amazon Business $5.98 1 $5.98
Fruit and Vegetable Stickers for Kids 50Pcs Vegetables Waterproof Vinyl Decals for Water Bottles， Laptop ，Refrigerator Luggage ，Computer Mobile Phone， Skateboard Decor ， for Boys Kids Teen • Amazon Business $5.88 1 $5.88
Bouclel 100 PCS Car Stickers Sports car Racing Stickers Vinyl Waterproof Stickers, Party Favors for Water Bottles • Amazon Business $5.68 1 $5.68

Materials cost

$1,359.60

Vendor shipping charges

 $49.86

Sales tax

 $124.41

3rd party payment processing fee

$20.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,584.26

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$279.58

Total project goal

$1,863.84

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,863.84

12 Donors

-$1,758.84

Donations toward project cost

-$1,584.26

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$174.58

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$105.00

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