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Mrs. Calonico from San Bruno, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Young Minds: A 5th Grade Adventure in Learning

Help me give my students the tools that they need to excel in 5th grade.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Calonico's classroom raised $1,444

This project is fully funded

My Project

We adore the endless curiosity and boundless potential of our fifth-grade students! Each day, they inspire us with their enthusiasm for learning and their eagerness to explore new ideas.

With your generous support, we aim to create a vibrant and engaging learning environment that fosters their growth and development.

The resources we've selected will play a crucial role in enhancing their learning experience. The Graph paper Composition Notebooks will provide them with space to organize their math problems and line up the numbers when dividing and multiplying. These notebooks will encourage structured thinking and organized note-taking, essential skills for academic success.

Our students' creativity will soar with the Heavy Duty Electric Pencil Sharpeners and UPINS Paint Brushes. These tools will enable them to refine their artistic talents and bring their imaginations to life on paper. Additionally, the guided reading strips and pencil-shaped erasers will support their literacy skills, offering assistance for those who may struggle with dyslexia and providing tools for effective error correction.

Organization is key to a productive learning environment, which is why we've included pencil boxes and Sterilite storage boxes. These storage solutions will help our students keep their supplies tidy; reducing classroom clutter and maximizing focus on learning.

We also prioritize our students' comfort and safety, which is why we've included Kids Ear Protection Earmuffs. These noise-canceling headphones will create a peaceful learning atmosphere, allowing our students to concentrate without distractions.

Finally, the TPT Gift Cards and Name Plates will provide additional support and resources for both teachers and students, ensuring that everyone has access to the tools they need to thrive in the classroom.

With your generous contribution, we can empower our fifth-grade students to reach their full potential and embark on a journey of discovery and growth. Thank you for investing in their future!

Mrs. Calonico Portola Elementary School Grades 3-5 San Bruno, CA View local requests 64 students impacted 10donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 3 $300.00
Fainne 24 Pack Pencil Boxes for School Bulk Clear Pencil Case Large Capacity Hard Pencil Boxes Plastic Crayon Boxes with Snap-tight Lid Stackable Design School Classroom Supplies(Transparent) • Amazon Business $72.99 3 $218.97
TOPS Oxford Composition Notebooks, Graph Ruled Paper, 9-3/4" x 7-1/2", Black Marble Covers, 80 Sheets, 12 per Pack (63786) • Amazon Business $21.97 6 $131.82
Ticonderoga Pencil Shaped Erasers, Pack of 36 • School Specialty $51.97 2 $103.94
9 Pack Kids Ear Protection Earmuffs Noise Canceling Headphones Adjustable Ear Muffs Noise Reduction Headphones Ear Protection Sound Proof Earmuffs for Toddler Baby Shooting Football Concerts • Amazon Business $49.99 2 $99.98
STERILITE 19638606 Large Clip Box, Clear with Blue Aquarium Latches 2 pieces (Large) • Amazon Business $20.99 4 $83.96
AFMAT Heavy Duty Electric Pencil Sharpener, Auto Stop Classroom Pencil Sharpeners for 6-11mm No.2/Colored Pencils, Pencil Sharpener for Large Pencils, Sharp Point, Save Pencils, Teachers Must Haves • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98
Grades 3-5 Desk Toppers® Reference Name Plates (Modern) • Amazon Business $13.78 3 $41.34
UPINS 30 Pcs Paint Brushes,Small Brush Bulk for Detail Painting • Amazon Business $6.88 3 $20.64
32 Pieces Guided Reading Strips/Colored Overlay/Highlight Strips/Highlighter/Bookmark/Assorted Colors Help with Dyslexia for Children and Teacher Supply Assistant • Amazon Business $8.89 2 $17.78

Materials cost

$1,072.41

Vendor shipping charges

 $10.39

Sales tax

 $98.13

3rd party payment processing fee

$16.09

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,227.02

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$216.53

Total project goal

$1,443.55

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,443.55

9 Donors

-$1,234.88

Donations toward project cost

-$1,063.40

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$171.48

match offer

-$192.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$163.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.88

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$16.18

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