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Ms. Torres from Sylmar, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Back to the Basics!

Help me give my students basic necessities to grow and excel as learners.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Torres's classroom raised $243

This project is fully funded

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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

Help my class have their basic needs! As we are at our middle of the year mark, I have noticed my students are in need of a couple basic necessities. They need writing tools as we are implementing the writing process. The mechanical pencils will be an easy way for students to practice their writing. The clipboards will enhance the students learning by being able to

My learners deserve to have the basic tools for their everyday learning activities.

Please help our future leaders continue learning by donating the basic school supplies to their classroom. My students enjoy & appreciate any donations! :)

Ms. Torres Sylmar Leadership Academy Grades 3-5

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.

Sylmar, 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

21 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Color Swell Washable Markers Bulk Pack 18 Boxes of 8 Vibrant Colors (144 Total) Perfect Markers for Kids, Parties, Classrooms • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Clipboards, PANDRI 16 Pack Hardboard Office Clipboards, Low Profile Clip, Standard A4 Letter Size, Classroom Supplies, ECO Friendly • Amazon Business $21.95 1 $21.95
Wausau Exact 110, Index Cardstock, 250 Count, Ivory, 8.5 X 11 Inches (49581) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Umriox 36pcs Pencil Pouches, 9.2 x 4.7 in, Clear Pencil Pouch Bulk, Pencil Bags with Zipper for Bill School Stationary Cosmetics Travel Storage • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
BIC Xtra-Strong Mechanical Pencils, Thick Point (0.9mm), Colorful Barrel, Assorted Colors, 60-Count Pack (MPLW60-BLK) • Amazon Business $16.48 1 $16.48
KIDMEN 2 Holes Pencil Sharpener,Pencil Sharpener for Kids,Pencil Sharpener Handheld-12 PACK • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
Pentel Super Hi-Polymer Lead Refill, 0.9mm Thick, HB, 180 Pieces of Lead (50-9-HB) • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
Oxford Twin-Pocket Folders, Textured Paper, Letter Size, Teal, Holds 100 Sheets, Box of 25 (57555) • Amazon Business $10.75 1 $10.75
Oxford Twin-Pocket Folders, Textured Paper, Letter Size, Purple, Holds 100 Sheets, Box of 25 (57514EE), 8-1/2 x 11 • Amazon Business $9.66 1 $9.66
NEENAH Creative Collection Classics Specialty Cardstock Starter Kit, 8.5 X 11 Inches, 72 Count Assortment (46407-02) • Amazon Business $7.28 1 $7.28

Materials cost

$158.86

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $14.54

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.38

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$205.78

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.31

Total project goal

$242.09

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $242.09

1 Donor

-$242.09

Donations toward project cost

-$205.78

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.31

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