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Mrs. Gleason from Los Angeles, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Notebooks and Binders

Help me give my students these essential materials: notebooks and binders for daily learning.

  • $1,263 goal

This project expired on November 13, 2025.

This project expired on November 13, 2025.

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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

Notebooks are essential tools for 6th-grade students because they offer a dedicated space to take detailed notes during lessons, record homework assignments, and practice new skills like writing or solving math problems. Writing information by hand helps improve memory and comprehension, allowing students to retain better what they learn. Notebooks also encourage students to organize their thoughts clearly, which supports critical thinking and effective study habits.

Binders play a key role in helping students stay organized by keeping all their loose papers, handouts, quizzes, and completed assignments in one place.

This organization makes it easier for students to locate materials quickly when they need to review for tests or complete homework. Learning to manage a binder teaches responsibility and time management skills, which are important habits that benefit students throughout their academic journey and beyond.

Together, notebooks and binders create a system that helps 6th graders maintain focus and structure in their daily learning. These tools enable students to track their progress over time, review past work for improvement, and manage their school materials efficiently. By using notebooks and binders consistently, students build independence and confidence in their ability to handle increasing academic demands.

Mrs. Gleason Sheridan Street Elementary School Grades 6-8

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

35 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Avery Heavy Duty View Non-Stick Binder, 1 Inch, One Touch Slant Ring, White • School Specialty $15.14 30 $454.20
Mead Composition Notebook, 6 Pack, College Ruled Paper, 7-1/2" x 9-3/4", 100 Sheets per Comp Book, Assorted Colors (850106-ECM) • Amazon Business $12.09 24 $290.16
Oxford Spiral Notebooks, Bulk College Ruled Spiral Notebooks for School, 1-Subject, College Ruled Paper, 70 Lined Sheets, 24 per Pack, 3-Hole Punch, Colors May Vary (65021) • Amazon Business $52.56 3 $157.68

Materials cost

$902.04

Vendor shipping charges

 $45.42

Sales tax

 $82.54

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,073.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$189.45

Total project goal

$1,262.98

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