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Mrs. Cotto from Brooklyn, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Curriculum and Writing Supplies!

Help me give my students curriculum and writing supplies to enhance our classroom.

  • $909 goal

This project expired on August 1, 2025.

This project expired on August 1, 2025.

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My Project

In my first grade classroom, I am committed to providing high-quality educational experiences for my students. As I strive to foster a love for learning and creativity, I am seeking your support to enhance our curriculum through necessary supplies.

This project aims to enrich our students' learning environment by acquiring essential educational materials, including pencils, STEAM materials, and post-its.

My students face various challenges that hinder their educational experiences. Limited resources often restrict their access to vital learning materials. By providing these supplies, I can ensure that every student has the opportunity to succeed and explore their creativity. By providing diverse reading materials, I aim to improve literacy rates and inspire a passion for learning among students. Through the use of Lego Education, students will be engaged actively in storytelling, improving their comprehension and communication skills. I am so grateful for you generous donation.

Mrs. Cotto PS 159 Isaac Pitkin Grades PreK-2

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.

Brooklyn, NY 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

31 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pencils, Pre-Sharpened, 2 HB Soft, Yellow, 240 Count • Amazon Business $33.74 5 $168.70
Sweetcrispy Electric Standing Desk, 40 x 24in Adjustable Height Electric Stand up Desk Standing Computer Desk Home Office Desk Ergonomic Workstation with 3 Memory Controller, White • Amazon Business $99.70 1 $99.70
Klutz Lego Gear Bots Science/STEM Activity Kit for 8-12 years • Amazon Business $19.32 4 $77.28
LEGO - Sunflowers Building Toy Set 40524 • Best Buy Education $14.99 5 $74.95
LEGO Chain Reactions (Klutz Science/STEM Activity Kit), 9" Length x 1.06" Width x 10" Height • Amazon Business $16.30 4 $65.20
Post-it Notes, 4 in x 6 in, 5 Lined Sticky Note Pads, 100 Sheets per Pad, Beachside Café Collection, School Supplies and Office Products • Amazon Business $9.52 6 $57.12
LEGO Classic Green Baseplate 11023 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $9.86 5 $49.30
LEGO - Classic Creative Happy Box Building Toy Set 11042 • Best Buy Education $39.99 1 $39.99
LACCHOUFEE 50 Pack #2 Pencils Bulk Pre-sharpened Pencils with Eraser top, 2 HB Pencils for Writhing Drawing, Yellow Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk for Office, School, Teacher and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $6.99 5 $34.95
Electric Pencil Sharpener Heavy Duty, 6 Holes, Auto Stop AFMAT Pencil Sharpeners for School, Classroom Electric Sharpener for 6-11mm Pencils, 7000 Sharpening Times, Do not Eat up Colored Pencils • Amazon Business $25.00 1 $25.00
Sharpie Flip Chart Markers, Bullet Tip, Assorted Colors, Set of 8 • School Specialty $10.12 2 $20.24
LEGO - City Interstellar Spaceship Toy Playset 60430 • Best Buy Education $16.49 1 $16.49

Materials cost

$728.92

Vendor shipping charges

$2.02

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$771.87

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$136.21

Total project goal

$908.08

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