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Ms. Sean Curley from Los Angeles, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Needed Essentials

Help me give my students a fresh start for the 2025-2026 school year!

  • $1,176 goal

This project expired on September 13, 2025.

This project expired on September 13, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

School supplies are used in a variety of ways to enhance the learning environment and support students' educational needs. These supplies are used for instruction, classroom management, and creating a positive learning experience.

Materials for Lessons:

Teachers use supplies to create and deliver engaging lessons. This includes materials like worksheets, manipulatives, art supplies, and technology tools.

Curriculum Implementation:

Supplies are essential for implementing the curriculum effectively. This may involve purchasing books, educational videos, or software.

Student-Centered Learning:

Teachers often use supplies to create a more individualized learning experience. This may include providing students with tools to complete projects, conduct experiments, or engage in creative activities.

Organization and Structure:

Supplies like organizers, folders, and labels help teachers manage the classroom and keep it organized.

Creating a Positive Learning Environment:

Teachers use supplies to decorate the classroom and create a welcoming space for students.

Ms. Sean Curley Alta Loma Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Los Angeles, 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

20 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flash Furniture Nila Set of 6 Adjustable Height Black Student Chairs with Black Pedestal Frames • Amazon Business $305.35 1 $305.35
SUNEE 3 Ring Binders 2 Inch 4 Pack, 3 Ring Binders Clear View Bulk PVC-Free (Fit 8.5x11 Inches) for School Binder or Office Binder Supplies, White Binder • Amazon Business $22.79 6 $136.74
24 Pcs Chair Storage Pocket 17 Inch Chair Bag Chair Pockets for Classrooms Student Chair Pockets Classroom Chair Organizer with Name Tag for Keeping Student Book School Table Organized (Mixed Colors) • Amazon Business $82.99 1 $82.99
Fainne 24 Pack Pencil Boxes for School Clear Plastic Pencil Case Large Plastic Crayon Box Bulk Stackable Classroom Stationery Organizer School Supplies(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $64.99 1 $64.99
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 2 $51.98
Crayola Crayons Assorted Colors 24/Box (523024) • Staples $1.99 25 $49.75
X-ACTO Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, SafeStart Auto-Motor, Ideal for Home and School Use • Amazon Business $42.38 1 $42.38
Heavy Duty 3 Hole Punch, 40-Sheet Heavy Duty Paper Punch, 50% Reduced Effort 3-Hole Punch, AFMAT Metal Hole Puncher 3 Ring, Three-Hole Paper Puncher w/Large Chip Tray for Classroom, Office, Green • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Avery Insertable Dividers for 3 Ring Binders, 5-Tab Set, Buff Paper, Multicolor Divider Tabs, 1 Set of Binder Dividers, Great for Organizing Projects, Reports, Finances, and More (81000) • Amazon Business $0.91 25 $22.75
OPNICE Desk Organizers and Accessories, Desk Accessories & Workspace Organizers for Office Supplies, File Organizer Desk Drawer Organizer with 2 Pen Holders, 4 Tier Paper Organizer for Desk(Black) • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
6pcs Pencil Shaped Pen Holders,Pencil Storage Organizer,Cute Desktop Pen Cup,Makeup Brush Container,Pencil Pot,Cartoon Stationery Rack,Creative Stationery Storage,for Office Home Decoration • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
Bright Color Paper Colorful Cardstock - 8.5’’ x 11’’ Letter Paper Size 65lb Cover Card Stock Rainbow Colors Paper 70 Sheets Perfect for Scrapbooking, Crafts, Business Cards 180gsm UAP12 • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
HongyiTime 90 PCS Colorful Strong Magnetic Push Pin Magnets, Office / Classroom Magnets,8 Assorted Color, Perfect to use as Kitchen Home and School, Map Magnets,Whiteboard Magnets • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Red Ink, Dozen (20118/GSM11RD) • Quill.com $3.19 3 $9.57
PETCEE 36Pcs Watercolor Dots Desk Name Plates for School Classroom Confetti Name Plates for Student Desks, Desk Name Tags Stickers for Kindergarten Elementary Classroom Back to School Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
300 Pcs Paper Clips, Binder Clips and Rubber Bands, Office Supply Set, Paper Clips and Paper Clamps, School Supplies Office Supplies Teacher Supplies for Office Desk Essentials (Assorted Sizes) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Officemate Push Pins Translucent Assorted Colors 200/Tub (35710) • Staples $5.23 1 $5.23
Staples Economy #16 Rubber Bands 2-1/2 x 1/16 500/Pack (28615-CC) • Staples $3.54 1 $3.54

Materials cost

$875.69

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$80.13

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.14

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$998.96

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$176.29

Total project goal

$1,175.25

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