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Ms. Rodriguez-Arias from Compton, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom essentials

Help me give my students for the upcoming school year. I need erasers, highlighters, glue sticks, and other basic supplies to run my classroom.

  • $473 goal

This project expired on September 13, 2025.

This project expired on September 13, 2025.

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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

Many families in our school community face financial challenges, and not all students are able to begin the school year with the supplies they need. This lack of resources can affect their confidence, participation, and academic success.

I want every student in my classroom to start the year on an equal footing.

By providing essential school supplies—like notebooks, pencils, folders, and crayons—I can help remove a barrier to learning and ensure that each child has the tools they need to thrive.

This simple step fosters a more inclusive and supportive classroom environment, where students can focus on learning rather than what they lack. By equipping my students with the basics, I hope to start their school experience with dignity, encouragement, and the belief that they are valued.

Ms. Rodriguez-Arias Robert F Kennedy Elementary School 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.

Compton, CA 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

30 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
KTRIO Laminating Sheets, Hold 8.5 x 11 inch Sheets 500 Pack, 3 Mil Clear Thermal Laminate Pouches 9 x 11.5 inch Lamination Sheet Paper for Laminator, Round Corner Letter Size, School & Office • Amazon Business $46.05 1 $46.05
CloroxPro Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Fresh Scent, 700 Count • Amazon Business $37.28 1 $37.28
24pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch File Bags Puzzle Storage Bags, A4 13x9 Inches Large Reusable Zipper Pouches for Organizing Classroom Board Game Organization • Amazon Business $15.49 2 $30.98
TRU RED 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness 500 Sheets/Ream 5 Reams/Carton (TR56960) • Staples $29.99 1 $29.99
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys 40PCS • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Staples 110 lb. Card Stock Paper, 8.5" x 11", White, 250 Sheets/Pack (49701) • Quill.com $24.83 1 $24.83
Scissors Bulk for Kids, EZZGOL 48 PACK 5” Safety Blunt Tip Student Scissors, 6 Assorted Colors Kid Craft Scissors for Cutting Regular Paper,Construction Paper,Cards • Amazon Business $23.27 1 $23.27
Jumbo Magnetic Notebook Paper - Magnetic Handwriting Paper for Classroom, Dry Erase Notebook Paper, Magnetic Lined Paper for Whiteboard, Simply Magic 23x17 • Amazon Business $22.47 1 $22.47
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $21.38 1 $21.38
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $19.70 1 $19.70
Astrobrights 65 lb. Cardstock Paper 8.5 x 11 Spectrum Assortment 100 Sheets/Ream (91398) • Staples $19.24 1 $19.24
Bulk Colorful Paper Folders with Pockets Heavy Duty Wholesale Pocket Folders for 3 Ring Binder (50 Folders in 6 Colors) • Amazon Business $18.80 1 $18.80
Scribbledo 30 Pack Dry Erase Erasers Assorted Colors Magnetic Whiteboard Erasers for Kids and Students - Smudge Free Small Dry Erase Board Erasers for Classroom Home School and Office • Amazon Business $11.89 1 $11.89
Sooez 120 Pack Pencil Erasers, Pencil Top Erasers Cap Erasers Eraser Tops Pencil Eraser Toppers Eraser Studying Supplies for Teachers Eraser Pencil Erasers, Pink • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$335.86

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$30.73

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$401.63

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$70.88

Total project goal

$472.51

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

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