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Ms. Castrodes from Rotonda West, FL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Celebrating Similarities, Sharing Differences!

Help me give my students with exceptionalities the basic classroom supplies needed for daily activities, especially for creating a relaxing sensory corner in the classroom.

  • $422 goal

This project expired on November 26, 2024.

This project expired on November 26, 2024.

My Project

I am an ESE teacher. My students have different needs, and so the right tools make it all the more exciting for them. W8th the tools and materials, the studnlents will be able to create some pretty cool projects with just paper, colored pencils, and a sharpener that works. I am pretty sure students will enjoy showing their understanding of what they have learned creatively. Creating colorful and creative activities will make lessons fun, exciting and meaningful for them to share with the other students. Creating a sensory/calm corner will also help them when they are having a hard and long day. The materials will really be a great help for my students with exceptionalities.

Ms. Castrodes L.A. Ainger Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Rotonda West, FL View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 10 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Posh Creations Bean Bag Chair for Kids, Teens, and Adults Includes Removable and Machine Washable Cover, Soft Nylon - Camo Pink and Brown, 27in - Medium • Amazon Business $29.74 2 $59.48
Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $46.79 1 $46.79
X-ACTO Crayon Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, Electric Sharpener with SafeStart Automatic Motor, Great for Home or Schools • Amazon Business $45.50 1 $45.50
IRIS USA Plastic Bead Craft Hobby Art School Supply Pencil Box Storage Organizer Container with Latching Lid, 10-Pack, for Pens Ribbons Wahi Tape Sticker Yarn Ornaments, Stackable, Clear, Large • Amazon Business $13.24 3 $39.72
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $28.19 1 $28.19
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches Letter Size 3 Mil 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Staples $26.59 1 $26.59
Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, Party Favors, Arts & Crafts, 3oz, Preschool Toys 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $26.02 1 $26.02
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted Dozen (30075) • Staples $8.04 3 $24.12
Elmer's School Washable Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., Purple, 30/Pack (2159542) • Quill.com $9.89 1 $9.89
Superbright Sulphite Construction Paper - 9" x 12" Pack of 50 Sheets - Assorted Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $3.19 3 $9.57
OWLKELA Magnetic Dry Erase Erasers 12 Pcs, White Board Accessories for Kids, Ideal for Refrigerator, glass whiteboard, Magnetic Soft Whiteboard, Easily Clear all Marks • Amazon Business $7.49 1 $7.49

Materials cost

$323.36

Vendor shipping charges

$0.48

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$358.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$63.30

Total project goal

$421.99

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