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Mrs. Avalos-Chavez from Chicago, IL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Essential Supplies for a Creative and Organized Classroom

Help me give my students paper, tape, and bulletin board paper to support their creativity and maintain an organized, engaging classroom for interactive learning and inspiring displays.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Avalos-Chavez's classroom raised $236

This project is fully funded

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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

My students are curious, creative thinkers who thrive in an organized and engaging classroom environment. They come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique perspectives to our learning community, making each day dynamic and exciting. To support their growth, I’m requesting classroom basics like paper, tape, and bulletin board paper. These items will make a tangible difference in their learning.

Paper is essential for writing, drawing, and creating projects, while tape helps us display their work proudly.

Bulletin board paper will transform our classroom walls into interactive learning spaces that celebrate their achievements and foster collaboration.

My goal is to create an environment that inspires students to take pride in their work, stay organized, and express their creativity. With these supplies, I can set up colorful, informative displays that reinforce lessons, encourage teamwork, and make the classroom a welcoming space where they feel motivated to learn.

Your support will provide tools that allow my students to shine and help them see their potential as creators and learners. Thank you for investing in their success!

Mrs. Avalos-Chavez George Washington Elementary School Grades 6-8

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than three‑quarters of 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

560 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Fadeless Bulletin Board Paper Roll, 48" x 12', Primary Assortment, 4 Rolls (PAC57532) • Quill.com $77.69 1 $77.69
Astrobrights 65 lb. Cardstock Paper, 8.5" x 11", Blast-Off Blue, 250 Sheets/Pack (WAU21911) • Quill.com $28.67 1 $28.67
Astrobrights Vintage Cardstock Paper, 65 lbs, 8.5" x 11", Assorted Colors, 250/Pack (21003/22003) • Quill.com $26.82 1 $26.82
Scotch Double Sided Tape with Tape Dispenser, Office and School Supplies for Arts and Crafts, Alternative to Scrapbooking Tape, 0.5 in. x 500 in., 6 Tape Rolls With One Tape Dispenser • Amazon Business $13.25 1 $13.25
Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping and Moving Packing Tape, Clear, Packing and Moving Supplies, 1.88 in. x 22.2 yd., 6 Tape Rolls with Dispensers • Amazon Business $10.43 1 $10.43
Bostitch Office Professional Magnetic Easy Staple Remover, Black (40000M-BLK) • Amazon Business $4.06 2 $8.12
Duck Masking Tape 0.94 x 60 yds. Beige (394693) • Staples $2.29 1 $2.29

Materials cost

$167.27

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.51

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$199.78

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$35.26

Total project goal

$235.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $235.04

2 Donors

-$222.54

Donations toward project cost

-$189.16

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.38

match offer

-$12.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$10.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.88

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 $0.00

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