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Ms. Pimentel from South Boston, MA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building a New Literacy and Language Classroom

Help me give my students a literacy classroom full of warmth, support, and love!

  • $879 goal

This project expired on October 15, 2025.

This project expired on October 15, 2025.

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

I’m incredibly excited to begin my first year as a 4th-grade Language and Literacy teacher! As a new teacher starting from scratch, I’m working hard to create a warm, welcoming, and inspiring classroom where students can thrive. The materials I’m requesting will help me build my classroom from the ground up. These resources will make a real impact on our daily learning, allowing me to create meaningful, engaging lessons that support every student’s growth.

I am going to teach ELA to 3 rotations of 4th-grade classrooms.

Although my school gladly provides me with some materials, the materials included in my cart will help me organize and get started in my classroom. For example, I included the 48 pieces of pencil pouches because these will be in each desk as the different classes rotate. Since this is my first year teaching, I will need a lot of different storage organization to store student work as well as to support my organization for grading and planning purposes.

Additionally, there have been some small, inclusive decorations to make the classroom more vibrant and supportive, so that students can truly feel safe and at home in my classroom. Lastly, there have been a few things to help me with my time management, such as the bell and timer, which have worked well in my student teaching. Your support will help me create a structured, focused learning environment where routines are clear and distractions are reduced, allowing students to thrive.

Many of my students come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique perspectives to our classroom. My goal is to foster a love of reading and writing by providing tools and resources that meet their individual needs. Anything you can give is truly appreciated. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Ms. Pimentel Up Academy Boston 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.

South Boston, MA 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

Never Before Funded 70 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Marspark 48 Pieces 3 Ring Pencil Pouch Bag Bulk Zipper Pouches for 3 Ring Binder with Clear Window for Pencil Cases Office Supplies(Black) • Amazon Business $44.99 2 $89.98
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 x 30 in., 2 Pads, 30 Sheets/Pad, 2x the Sticking Power, White • Quill.com $58.31 1 $58.31
Scotch Thermal Laminator with 20 Letter Size Pouches, Ideal for Teachers, Small Offices, or Home (TL1302XVP) • Amazon Business $57.39 1 $57.39
ClearSpace Clear Plastic Storage Bins – Pantry Organizers & Storage Containers, Cabinet Organizer - Home Organization Must Haves for Kitchen, Laundry Room, Office, Closet, Garage & Freezer • Amazon Business $53.89 1 $53.89
Dry Erase LapBoards, PANDRI 36 Pack Double Sided 12.5 x 9 Inch Dry Erase Boards with 36 Erasers and 36 Markers, Whiteboards for Kids Students Classroom Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $46.87 1 $46.87
Teacher Created Resources Eucalyptus Green Portable Plastic Storage Caddy 6-Pack for Classrooms, Kids Room, and Office Organization, 3 Compartments • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Citylife 1.3 QT 10 Pack Small Storage Bins Plastic Storage Container Stackable Box with Lids for Organizing, Clear White • Amazon Business $35.36 1 $35.36
Time Timer Originals, Audible, 12 Inch • School Specialty $32.24 1 $32.24
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener for Colored Pencils, Fully Automatic Robot Pencil Sharpener, Auto in & Out, Rechargeable Hands-Free Pencil Sharpener for 7-11.5mm Jumbo Pencils, Home, Classroom • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
Amazon Basics Paper Trimmer Cutter for Office and Crafts, Heavy-Duty, Portable Paper Slicer, 15-Inch, 10-Sheet Cardstock • Amazon Business $23.03 1 $23.03
Rarlan Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fluorescent, 96 Count Bulk Pack • Amazon Business $21.96 1 $21.96
Command 15 lb & 10 lb Large and Medium Picture Hanging Strips 28 Assorted Pairs (56 Command Strips), Damage Free Hanging Picture Hangers, Wall Hanging Strips for Home Decor, White Adhesive Strips • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
THCMagorilla Magnetic Hooks Strong Neodymium Rare Earth Magnet Hooks for BBQ Fridge Cruise Keys Refrigerator whiteboard Kitchen Indoor Hanging Coat and Office 22LBS Silver Pack of 15 • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Marbrasse Desk Organizers and Accessories, 5-Tier Paper Letter Tray Organizer with File Holder, Mesh File Organizer, Office Desk Accessories & Organization for Supplies (White) • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
Vababa White Plastic Storage Baskets/Storage Bins, Pack for 6 • Amazon Business $19.55 1 $19.55
Jexine 7 Rolls 206.5 Feet Colorful Bulletin Board Borders Scalloped Classroom Borders Bulletin Board Trim Boho Classroom Decor for Teacher Home Office Decors(Pastel Color) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Phomemo D30 Label Maker, Bluetooth Wireless Mini Pocket Smartphone Label Maker Machine, Direct Thermal Printer Rechargeable Labeler for Home Office Labeler, Works with Tablet, Phones • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Hadley Designs Boho Circle Time Bulletin Board Calendar for Classroom, 100/Set (HDDX004A2JZ51) • Quill.com $17.99 1 $17.99
Presentation Clicker Rechargeable with Red Light,Long Range Wireless Preseter Office Presentation Remotes Control for Powerpoint,PPT Slide Clicker Advancer for Computer Laptop • Amazon Business $16.59 1 $16.59
XXXFLOWER Broom and Dustpan Set with Cleaning Teeth, 55" Long Handle Indoor Sweeping Combo for Home Office Kitchen, Bluish Green • Amazon Business $15.97 1 $15.97
Boho Bulletin Board Borders Classroom Colorful Border Stickers Boho Die-Cut Border Trims Bulletin Board Scalloped Borders Self-Adhesive for School Blackboard Chalkboard Desk, 91.8 Ft • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Magnetic Dots - Self Adhesive Magnet Dots (0.8'' x 0.04'', 240) - Classroom Must Have Peel & Stick Magnetic Circles - Flexible Sticky Magnets - Sheets is Alternative, Stickers, Strip, Magnetic Tape • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Solo Chime Bell for Teachers' Classroom Management, Meditation Chime • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49
Professional Magnetic Staple Remover Puller Staple Puller Tool Staples Remover Staple Removal Tool for School Office Home (3PCS) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Paper Mate Arrowhead Pink Pearl Cap Erasers, 144 Count • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49

Materials cost

$702.80

Vendor shipping charges

$3.22

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.54

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$746.56

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$131.75

Total project goal

$878.31

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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