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Mr. Morales from Pasadena, TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Basics for Special Education and Resource Students

Help me give my students basic supplies that will also make learning fun.

  • $567 goal

This project expired on June 5, 2025.

This project expired on June 5, 2025.

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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

For schools that serve lower-income students, such as mine, who were already behind the starting line, the challenges of daily life are even greater to keep up with during this current recession. This year, as a second-year special education teacher, I am the one in need of help. I service students of multiple grades with learning disabilities, specifically in reading and math.

Given that I don't have a traditional homeroom that brings supplies, this project will provide necessary supplies for my resource team and I to teach reading, writing, and math to our special education students.

The supplies in this project focus on helping teach core subjects using multiple modes, colors, and writing tools that will be used primarily in a small group or one-on-one setting. Some of the supplies even help students learn to hold a pencil correctly. The other supplies are typically not provided by the students' parents or guardians, but rather to their homeroom teacher or not at all. Lately, it has been not at all. This is the time of year we run low or completely out. Every little bit helps and is appreciated.

Mr. Morales L.F. Smith Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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

30 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Broad Line Markers Classpack (256 Ct), Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, Classroom Must Have • Amazon Business $64.98 1 $64.98
Crayola Bulk Colored Pencils for Kids (24pk), Back to School Supplies For Teachers, Teacher Classroom Must Haves, 12 Colors [Amazon Exclusive] • Amazon Business $42.79 1 $42.79
Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pencils, Pre-Sharpened, 2 HB Soft, Pastel Colors, 150 Count • Amazon Business $37.78 1 $37.78
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad 25 in x 30 in White 30 Sheets/Pad 2 Pad/Pack Large White Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper Super Sticking Power (559) • Amazon Business $35.68 1 $35.68
Paper Mate EverStrong #2 Pencils, Reinforced, Break-Resistant Lead When Writing, 72-Count • Amazon Business $10.67 3 $32.01
Sharpie S-Gel, Gel Pens, Drawing Pens, Gel Ink Pens For Journaling, Writing Pens, Coloring Pens, Medium Point Pens (0.7Mm), Black Ink Gel Pen, 36 Count • Amazon Business $26.60 1 $26.60
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Ultra Fine Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Count • Amazon Business $21.95 1 $21.95
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, Pack of 36 - Ideal for Classrooms, Offices & Home Offices • Amazon Business $20.55 1 $20.55
SUNEE 30 Packs Oversized Reusable Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves with 2 Rings, 10 Assorted Colors 10x14 Ticket Holders, Clear Plastic Sheet Protectors, Teacher School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
Paper Mate InkJoy Pens, Gel Pens, Fine Point (0.5 mm), Assorted, 14 Count • Amazon Business $17.98 1 $17.98
Paper Mate InkJoy Pens, Gel Pens, Medium Point (0.7mm), Assorted, 20 Count • Amazon Business $17.61 1 $17.61
JuneLsy Pencils Grips Pencils Grips for Kids Handwriting Posture Correction Training Writing AIDS for Kids Toddler Preschoolers Students Children Special Needs (12PCS) • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3x3 in, 24 Pads, 2X The Sticking Power, Supernova Neons, Bright Colors, Recyclable(654-24SSMIA-CP) • Amazon Business $14.84 1 $14.84
Elmer's Disappearing Purple School Glue Sticks, Washable, 7 Grams, 60 Count • Amazon Business $14.68 1 $14.68
The Pencil Grip Original Pencil Gripper, Universal Ergonomic Writing Aid for Righties and Lefties, Colorful Pencil Grippers, Assorted Colors, 12 Count - TPG-11112 • Amazon Business $14.19 1 $14.19
Paper Mate Pink Pearl Erasers, Small, 36 Count • Amazon Business $13.16 1 $13.16
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Chisel Tip Marker Set, Poster Markers, Markers For Wood, Plastic, And More, Assorted Colors, 8 Count • Amazon Business $5.13 2 $10.26
Post-it Notes, 12 Sticky Note Pads, 3 in. x 3 in., School Supplies for College Students and K-12 Teachers, Easy to Reposition Memo Pads Set, Great for Books and Paper, Canary Yellow • Amazon Business $9.65 1 $9.65
SHARPIE Permanent Markers, Quick Drying And Fade Resistant Fine Tip Marker Set For Wood, Plastic Paper, Metal, And More, Drawing, Coloring, And Poster Marker, Assorted Colors, 12 Count • Amazon Business $7.81 1 $7.81
Paper Mate Arrowhead Pink Pearl Cap Erasers, 144 Count • Amazon Business $6.44 1 $6.44

Materials cost

$444.92

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$481.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$84.99

Total project goal

$566.58

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