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Ms. Arroyo from Phoenix, AZ is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Light Is a Step to Succeed

Help me give my students materials to make their learning joyful and fun.

  • $668 goal

This project expired on July 30, 2025.

This project expired on July 30, 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

As an educator, my goal is to create an environment where students feel excited to learn, motivated to participate , and empowered to succeed. However, may of my students lack access to essential educational resources, which can hinder their confidence and academic progress. Without the necessary materials, eager learners may struggle to complete assignments or engage in hands on projects.

Providing engaging interactive tools and supplies transforms learning enjoyable and alive.

Well equipped classroom fosters motivation, showing students that their education is valued and their potential is worth investing in. What make my students special is their potential to use the tools and more when there are the right tools. Turn this to an ability to overcome obstacles with determination is truly inspiring. Whether through their insightful questions, artistic expressions they make my classroom a dynamic and meaningful space. They are not just learners they are the future leaders, problem solvers and changemakers.

For this I will say thank you for your support to make my students feel supported and inspired space for their learning.

Ms. Arroyo G Frank Davidson 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.

Phoenix, AZ View local requests

More than half 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

Never Before Funded 35 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
20-Pack Desk Dividers for Students - Durable & Waterproof Plastic Privacy Shield Divider, Classroom Folders Teacher Supplies, Easy-to-Clean Plastic Study Carrel Folder Boards for Student Desks, Grey • Amazon Business $43.97 2 $87.94
3M Laminator Kit With Every Size Laminating Pouch • Amazon Business $79.59 1 $79.59
Patelai 50 Pack Plastic Folders with Pocket Bulk 2 Pocket Heavy Duty Letter Size Folders Business Card Holder for School Office File(Blue) • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99
Amazon Basics Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon Scent, for Sanitizing, Cleaning & Deodorizing, 255 Count (3 Packs of 85) • Amazon Business $10.89 3 $32.67
Lakeshore Magnetic Write & Wipe Organization Charts • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, Letter Size, 3 Mil, 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Quill.com $28.67 1 $28.67
Watercolor Bulletin Board Border Trim Self Adhesive Border Colorful Border Trim Classroom Decorations Back to School Decorations Borders for Bulletin Boards Office Chalkboard Decors, 49.2 Feet • Amazon Business $8.99 3 $26.97
LACCHOUFEE 320 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 $25.99 1 $25.99
Meetory 36 Pieces 13.5” x 4.9” Clear Nameplate Pocket Self-Adhesive Desk Name Tag Covers for School Classroom Desk, Office Supplies(NOT Include Name Tags) • Amazon Business $11.89 2 $23.78
TJOY 200ft Led Strip Lights(2 Rolls of 100ft), Color Changing RGB Led Lights for Bedroom, Long Led Light Strips with 44 Key Remote, Rope Lights Indoor, LED Strip Lighting for Living Room Decor • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $19.70 1 $19.70
30 Pieces Desk Nameplates Self Adhesive Name Tags Desk Plates for Primary Students and Teachers Using • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Dabo&Shobo Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Bulk Pack of 80, Black Whiteboard Markers, Suitable for School, Office, or Home • Amazon Business $17.59 1 $17.59
MaxGear Dry Erase Erasers, 72 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers for Classroom, Mini Whiteboard Cleaning Pads, Chalkboard Wiper Teacher Supplies for School, Office, Home (6 Color Set, 2 x 2 Inch • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
HOSL Clear Plastic Name Tag Badge Holders Bulk ID Card Holders Id Badge Holders Name Badge Case Badge Cover Badge Sleeves (Horizontal 50pcs+Lanyards 50pcs) • Amazon Business $11.90 1 $11.90
YFSFQS Kids Earbuds Bulk 50 Pack Colors Mixed, Wholesale Earphones in-Ear Headphones for Schools Classrooms Students Teens Children Gift and Adult(6 Color Sweet) • Amazon Business $11.58 1 $11.58
Happy Birthday Stickers, Round Happy Birthday Stickers,Waterproof Self Adhesive Stickers Happy Birthday with 500 pcs Round Label Rolls (1.5" Round - 500 Labels Per Roll) for Kids Party Decoration • Amazon Business $4.29 1 $4.29

Materials cost

$493.61

Vendor shipping charges

$1.50

Sales tax

$35.29

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$567.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$100.20

Total project goal

$668.00

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