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Mrs. Castillo from Greensboro, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Tutoring Treasures

Help me give my students a learning environment built for instructional interventions through display-sized whiteboard and materials.

  • $603 goal

This project expired on July 9, 2025.

This project expired on July 9, 2025.

My Project

Direct instruction is one of the most effective methods for tutoring elementary students. Through modeling and discussing math problems, students gain a deeper, conceptual understanding of mathematical concepts. Repetitive practice is vital in helping them apply the skills they are learning.

However, a significant challenge in my classroom is the lack of a display-sized thinking and exemplary work.

While students remain attentive and engaged as I read aloud and solve problems on anchor chart paper, having access to a large whiteboard and supporting materials would greatly enhance their learning experience. By displaying model examples of math strategies for independent or guided practice on a whiteboard, students would be able to more effectively anchor their thinking and follow along with the instruction.

Your donation to our project will directly contribute to improving students' understanding and mastery of math skills, ultimately leading to an increase in their academic achievement.

Mrs. Castillo Irving Park Elementary 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.

Greensboro, NC 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

Never Before Funded 500 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Rolling Dry Erase Board 60 x 46 - Large Portable Magnetic Whiteboard with Stand - Double Sided Easel Style Whiteboard with Wheels - Mobile Standing Whiteboard for Office, Classroom & Home • Amazon Business $254.99 1 $254.99
Nortix Flip Chart Paper, Sticky Easel Pads, Chart Paper for Teachers, Upgraded Dual-Purpose for Flip Chart and Dry Erase Board, Super Adhesive & Bleed-Resistant, 25 x 30 inch, 30 Sheets/Pad, 6 Pads • Amazon Business $79.00 1 $79.00
Kiggos 25 Transparent Colored Clipboards Bulk for Classroom Office Plastic Clipboard Low Profile Kids Clip Boards Standard Letter Size Holds 100 Sheets Hanging Hook Colorful Clip Board • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, Pack of 36 - Ideal for Classrooms, Offices & Home Offices • Amazon Business $21.69 1 $21.69
White Board Cleaning Spray, Whiteboard/Dry Erase Board Liquid Cleaner, 22 Ounce, with White Board Cleaner Microfiber Cloth • Amazon Business $16.78 1 $16.78
Mr. Sketch Scented Markers, Chisel Tip Marker, Assorted Colors, 22 Count • Amazon Business $10.22 1 $10.22
Ddaowanx Whiteboard Eraser, Magnetic Dry Erase Eraser, Glass Board Eraser,School and Office Supplies, Pack of 2 (White) • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted 12/Pack (30075/30072) • Staples $8.28 1 $8.28

Materials cost

$440.93

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$34.39

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.61

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$511.93

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$90.34

Total project goal

$602.27

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