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Mrs. Dougherty from Atwater, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Binders, Dividers, and Bright Futures!

Help me give my students essential organization tools— binders and dividers— for students who need support getting school supplies.

  • This project is not currently eligible for funding.
  • $649 goal

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

My students are bright, curious, and eager to succeed. They come from diverse backgrounds and bring a wide range of experiences to the classroom. Many of them face challenges outside of school that can make it difficult to come to class prepared with basic supplies. Despite those challenges, they show up every day wanting to learn, and I want to support them with the tools they need to stay organized and confident in their learning.

Many of my students are not able to purchase supplies on their own.

This project will provide my students with sturdy 3-ring binders and binder dividers with pockets to help them stay organized across ALL their subjects. Organization is a key part of academic success, and binders make it easier for students to keep track of notes, assignments, handouts, and important deadlines.

By providing binders and dividers for everyone who needs them, I can ensure that all students have the same opportunity to start the year strong and stay on track. These materials will not only help them keep their work in order but also teach valuable life skills like responsibility, time management, and preparation.

With your help, every student will have a place to store their hard work—and the confidence that comes with being prepared.

Mrs. Dougherty Atwater High School Grades 9-12

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.

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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

225 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Staples 1 1/2" 3-Ring View Binders, D-Ring, Black, 12/Pack (55398CT/26437CT) • Quill.com $110.69 4 $442.76
Avery Binder Pockets for 3-Ring Binders, Clear, Fits 8 1/2" x 11" Paper, 5/Pack (75243) • Quill.com $5.66 5 $28.30

Materials cost

$471.06

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$43.10

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$551.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$97.28

Total project goal

$648.51

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