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Ms. Angeli from Sylmar, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sharp Minds, Quiet Spaces

Help me give my students privacy boards to minimize distractions and test anxiety, while mechanical pencils ensure consistent, precise writing without interruptions. Together, they enhance focus and efficiency during 4th-grade assessments.

  • $179 goal

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

This project expired on September 8, 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

Sharp Minds, Quiet Spaces: Empowering 4th Graders for Test Success

Imagine a classroom where every student feels confident, focused, and ready to succeed.

With your support, we aim to provide our 4th-grade class with two essential tools: privacy boards and mechanical pencils.

Privacy boards create individual workspaces, minimizing distractions and fostering concentration during tests and independent work. They also help reduce test anxiety by offering a sense of personal space and security.

Mechanical pencils offer consistent writing without the need for sharpening, ensuring students can focus on their work without interruptions. Their durability and refillable nature make them a cost-effective and environmentally friendly choice.

By equipping our students with these tools, we aim to enhance their learning environment, boost their confidence, and promote academic integrity. Your donation will directly contribute to creating a supportive and effective classroom setting where every student has the opportunity to thrive.

Thank you for considering a contribution to our project. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in our students' educational journey.

Ms. Angeli Hubbard Street Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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

25 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
SATINIOR 24 Pcs Privacy Folders for Students, 12 Colors Desk Dividers Classroom Privacy Boards, Testing Dividers for Classroom Bulk, Study Panel for School Teacher Student(Vibrant Style) • Amazon Business $34.99 2 $69.98
Shuttle Art Mechanical Pencils, 360 Pack Bulk Mechanical Pencils 0.7mm Medium Point, HB #2 Lead Pencils, Assorted Barrels, Office School Supplies • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99

Materials cost

$109.97

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $10.06

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$151.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.77

Total project goal

$178.45

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