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Ms. Castillo from Oakland, CA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Basic Classroom Supplies

Help me give my students composition books, a large rolling whiteboard, and other classroom basic supplies that will help with making the classroom an organized, resourceful place, conducive to student learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Castillo's classroom raised $1,070

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My Project

The supplies that I am requesting will make sure that we have ongoing access to supplies that our students need for learning. I have a group of 25 students who love learning. Within this list, I have items like a whiteboard easel with wheels that students can use in small groups to teach each other. I can also use this in specialized small group instruction. I also have items like composition journals for students daily writing and reflection. I have numbered gridded math notebooks that are easier for 3rd graders to use for math notes and work. I also have pencils, erasers, and markers for students to use for projects and daily work. All of the items are for direct student use that will make our learning more hands-on.

Project tagged as

Oakland, CA
Grades 3-5
Literacy
Literature & Writing
Traditional School
Books
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Castillo Oakland Academy of Knowledge Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Nearly all 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Numbered Graph paper composition book • Amazon Business $6.34 30 $190.20

Numbered Composition book • Amazon Business $5.00 30 $150.00

Large Rolling White Board, 48 x 32 inches Double-Sided Mobile Whiteboard, maxtek Reversible Magnetic Dry Erase Board Easel Standing Whiteboard on Wheels for Home Office Classroom, Silver • Amazon Business $129.98 1 $129.98

DURABLE Desktop Drawer Organizer (VARICOLOR Mix 5 Compartments with Removable Labels) 11" w x 14" d x 11.375" h, White & Multicolored (762527) • Amazon Business $91.49 1 $91.49

EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Black, 36 Count • Amazon Business $19.78 2 $39.56

Dreft Multi-Surface All-Purpose Gentle Cleaning Wipes for Baby Toys, Car Seat, High Chair & More, 70 Count (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $27.88 1 $27.88

(50 Pcs) Fidget Toys Pack Figette Party Favors Valentines Day Gifts for Kids Adults, Autism Sensory Toy Classroom Prizes Autistic Children Pop Its Bulk Fidgets, Treasure Box Girls Goodie Bag Stress • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95

Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead - Box of 150, Bulk Box • Amazon Business $11.34 2 $22.68

WallPops WPE0447 Large Monthly Dry Erase Calendar Decal, White & Off-White • Amazon Business $19.16 1 $19.16

Two Pocket Portfolio Folders, 50-Pack, Blue, Letter Size Paper Folders, by Better Office Products, 50 Pieces, Blue • Amazon Business $18.80 1 $18.80

Amazon Basics 15-Foot 3-Prong Flat Plug Grounded Indoor Extension Cord with 3 Outlets - 13 Amps, 1625 Watts, 125 VAC, White • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98

URSKYTOUS 60Pcs Animal Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Animal Pencil Erasers Bulk Puzzle Erasers Toys Gifts for Classroom Prizes, Game Reward, Treasure Box, Party Favors Goodie Bag Stuffers(Random Design) • Amazon Business $16.98 1 $16.98

96 Pcs Magnetic Dry Erase Labels Erasable Name Plate Tags Flexible Magnetic Name Tags Stickers Reusable Magnetic Labels for Whiteboard Locker Fridge Office Crafts (1.2 x 2.1 Inch) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99

Mr. Sketch Chiseled Tip, 2054594, 22 Assorted Scented Markers • Amazon Business $14.19 1 $14.19

Pacon Composition Paper, 8 1/2"X11", 3/8" No Margin, White, 500 sheets • Amazon Business $8.69 1 $8.69

Sooez 120 Pack Pencil Erasers, Pencil Top Erasers Cap Erasers Eraser Tops Pencil Eraser Toppers Eraser Studying Supplies for Teachers Eraser Pencil Erasers, 7 Colors • Amazon Business $5.98 1 $5.98

Materials cost			$794.51
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$72.70
3rd party payment processing fee			$11.92
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$909.13
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$160.43
Total project goal			$1,069.56
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$1,069.56
1 Donor			-$213.90
Donations toward project cost			-$181.82
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$32.08
match offer			-$855.66
Match offer toward project cost			-$727.31
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$128.35
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Basic Classroom Supplies

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My Project

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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