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

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Vibrant Pens Elevate Student Notes for Effective Learning

Help me give my students Ink: Enhancing Note-Taking with Colorful Pens to Maximize Learning.

  • $295 goal

This project expired on June 21, 2024.

This project expired on June 21, 2024.

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

The requested items, colorful pens, will significantly enhance the learning experience in my geometry classroom. Utilizing a variety of colors while taking notes aids in the comprehension and retention of geometric concepts. Different colors can be used to highlight key definitions, theorems, and examples, making it easier for students to distinguish between different types of information and visualize geometric relationships effectively.

The primary goal of this project is to create a more engaging and interactive learning environment where students feel motivated and empowered to explore geometry concepts with creativity and enthusiasm.

By providing them with the tools they need to organize their notes in a visually appealing manner, I aim to foster a deeper understanding of geometry and promote active participation in class discussions and activities.

Ms. Amezcua Paramount High Senior Campus Grades 9-12

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.

Paramount, CA View local requests

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

150 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Paper Mate Flair Pens, Felt Tip Pens, Bold Tip (1.2 mm), Assorted Colors, 16 Count • Amazon Business $18.76 2 $37.52
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, Medium Point (0.7mm), Red, 12 Count • Amazon Business $12.89 2 $25.78
Paper Mate Flair Point-Guard Porous Point Pens, 12 Green Pens (8440152) • Amazon Business $12.74 2 $25.48
Paper Mate Flair Point-Guard Porous Point Pens, 12 Black Pens. • Amazon Business $11.49 2 $22.98
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, Medium Point (0.7mm), Purple, 12 Count • Amazon Business $11.49 2 $22.98
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, Medium Point (0.7mm), Blue, 12 Count • Amazon Business $10.86 2 $21.72
Paper Mate InkJoy Gel Pen, Fine Point, Pure Blue, Box of 12 • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Sharpie Liquid Highlighter Chisel Tip Yellow Dozen (1754463) • Staples $14.65 1 $14.65
Paper Mate InkJoy Pens, Gel Pens, Medium Point (0.7 mm), Black, 10 Count • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$199.09

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$18.22

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.99

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$250.30

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$44.17

Total project goal

$294.47

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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