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Mr. Sarmiento from Rancho Palos Verdes, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Plan for Success: Help Equip Our Students with Planners!

Help me give my students planners to start the school year on the right mark!

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Sarmiento's classroom raised $971

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

The student planners will make a significant difference in my students' learning experience by fostering better organization, time management, and communication skills. Last year, the planners played a crucial role in keeping students on track with their assignments, deadlines, and personal goals. Additionally, the planners served as an excellent tool for parent-teacher communication, allowing parents to stay informed and involved in their child's education.

By having a structured way to manage their daily tasks and long-term projects, students can develop strong organizational habits that will benefit them throughout their academic journey and beyond.

The planners also help students break down larger assignments into manageable steps, reducing stress and improving overall performance.

Goals for This Project

-Enhance Organizational Skills: Teach students how to manage their time effectively, prioritize tasks, and stay organized.

Improve Academic Performance: Help students keep track of their assignments, test dates, and project deadlines, leading to better preparation and higher achievement.

-Strengthen Parent-Teacher Communication: Use the planners for regular updates and feedback, ensuring parents are aware of their child's progress and any areas needing attention.

-Develop Lifelong Skills: Instill habits of responsibility and self-discipline that will benefit students beyond the classroom.

What Makes My Students Special?

My students are a vibrant, diverse group of young learners eager to succeed and make the most of their education. They come from various backgrounds, bringing unique perspectives and talents to our classroom community. Despite any challenges, they are resilient, hardworking, and full of potential. These planners are too expensive for me to pay out of pocket, and your support can make a real difference. Thank you for helping us plan for success!

Mr. Sarmiento Rudecinda S Dodson Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
2025-2026 Student Planner - School Planner 2025-2026, Jul 2025 - Jun 2026, 9" x 11", Stickers, Weekly Lesson Schedule • Amazon Business $11.98 60 $718.80

Materials cost

$718.80

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$65.77

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.78

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$825.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$145.65

Total project goal

$971.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$971.00

5 Donors

-$837.18

Donations toward project cost

-$740.35

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$96.83

match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$33.82

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$0.00

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