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Mr. Pakele from Hilo, HI is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Wonderful Way to Start a New School Year

Help me give my students with essential supplies like scissors, glue sticks, pencils, and crayons. These tools support hands-on learning, creativity, and development, ensuring every child can fully engage and thrive in the classroom.

  • $396 goal

This project expired on July 17, 2025.

This project expired on July 17, 2025.

My Project

The specific items I’m requesting, scissors, glue sticks, pencils, and crayons will make a significant difference in my students’ learning by giving them the tools needed for hands-on activities that enhance creativity, fine motor skills, and problem-solving. These supplies allow them to fully participate in writing, art, and interactive lessons that build confidence and engagement in the learning process.

My goal for this project is to ensure that every student has access to the basic materials necessary to explore, create, and develop foundational skills without barriers.

I want to create an inclusive classroom where all students feel prepared and excited to learn each day.

What makes my students special is their curiosity, resilience, and eagerness to engage in new learning experiences. They come to school ready to explore, but many do not have access to basic supplies at home. By providing these materials, we can nurture their creativity, independence, and enthusiasm for learning, ensuring they have every opportunity to succeed.

Mr. Pakele Ka 'Umeke Ka'eo Public Charter School Grades PreK-2

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.

Hilo, HI 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

21 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ticonderoga Classic Wood-Cased Pencils, No 2 HB, Sharpened, Yellow, Pack of 72 • School Specialty $20.02 6 $120.12
Crayola Crayons with Sharpener 64 Crayons/Box (52-0064) • Staples $6.14 8 $49.12
Short Jumbo Pencils for Kids, Preschoolers, Kindergarten, Toddlers, & Beginners - 12 Fat Pencils and 1 Sharpener & Eraser, Pencils #2, Triangle Grip, Big Pencils, Kids Pencils (Color DIY) • Amazon Business $7.49 6 $44.94
WA Portman 5-Inch Blunt Tip Scissors for Kids 24 Pack - Kids Scissors Bulk Classroom - Blunt Scissors For Kids - Childrens Scissors Bulk - Scissors for School - Kids Safety Scissors - Toddler Scissors • Amazon Business $21.95 1 $21.95
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $19.70 1 $19.70

Materials cost

$255.83

Vendor shipping charges

 $35.22

Sales tax

 $11.26

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.84

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$336.15

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.32

Total project goal

$395.47

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