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

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Supporting Student Success through Classroom Structure and Organization

Help me give my students a safe, structured, and organized classroom environment where all students feel supported, respected, and ready to learn.

  • $1,532 goal

This project expired on October 5, 2026.

This project expired on October 5, 2026.

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Ms. Soriano Mains Elementary School
Calexico, CA Grades 3-5

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

I love my students' resilience, creativity, and determination. Despite the challenges many of them face, they come to school each day ready to learn, grow, and celebrate their successes. My students thrive when they are provided with a structured, supportive, and engaging learning environment that meets their unique academic, social, and emotional needs.

The resources requested for this project will help create a safe, organized, and student-centered classroom where learning can flourish.

Organizational materials will provide students with clearly defined spaces for their supplies and learning tools, helping them build independence and responsibility. Flexible seating and sensory supports will allow students to regulate their emotions and maintain focus throughout the school day. Educational materials and hands-on learning resources will make abstract concepts more accessible, increase student engagement, and support diverse learning styles.

By providing these resources, I can reduce distractions, increase instructional time, and create an environment where students feel comfortable taking academic risks. These tools will help my students develop confidence, strengthen essential skills, and experience greater success both in the classroom and beyond. Every resource will contribute to creating a welcoming space where students feel safe, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

20 students impacted
Ms. Soriano Mains Elementary School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Calexico, CA 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

20 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Pastel Rainbow Smileys on Notebook Educational Area Rug for Kids Room Seating Décor, Children's Classroom, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playroom, 7'6" x 12', Multi • Amazon Business $319.99 1 $319.99
Thyle 12 Pack Classic Colorful Plastic Storage Bins with Lids,7 qt Stackable Storage Container with Handle Label for Organizing Toy Craft Snacks for Classroom Shelf Bedroom Office 10 x 7 x 6 Inch • Amazon Business $40.99 2 $81.98
Fumete 12 Pcs Floor Pillows Cushions Seating 16 x 16 Inches Color Round Seat Reading Floor Chair Cushions for Kids Adults Classroom Home School Playing Supplies(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $68.99 1 $68.99
Cardinal Economy 3-Ring Binders, 1.5", Round Rings, Holds 350 Sheets, ClearVue Presentation View, Non-Stick, White, Carton of 12 (90631) • Amazon Business $29.86 2 $59.72
Pilot G2 Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Blue Ink, 36/Pack (84066) • Quill.com $49.67 1 $49.67
Sharpie S-Gel Retractable Gel Pen Medium Point Blue Ink 36/Pack (2096176) • Staples $48.59 1 $48.59
Classroom Keepers Construction Paper Storage for 12 x 18 Inch Construction Paper, 10 Slots • School Specialty $40.94 1 $40.94
Pacon Classroom Keepers Stackable Cardboard File Organizer 12.88 x 29.25 x 9.38 White (001310) • Staples $39.99 1 $39.99
Officygnet Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder, 36 Packs Bulk Zipper Pencil Case in 6 Colors, Pencil Pouches with Clear Window for Storing School Office Supplies, Cloth Pencil Bag for 3 Hole Binder • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
SUNEE 3 Ring Binders 2 Inch 4 Pack, Clear View Binder Three Ring PVC-Free (Fit 8.5x11 Inches) for School or Office Supplies, Assorted Pastel • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
30 Pcs Heavy Duty Plastic Folders with Clear Front Pocket 3 Prongs, Folders Fit in 3 Ring Binder, Plastic Pocket Folder with Brads and Card Slot for Letter Size Paper for Office and School, 6 Colors • Amazon Business $34.95 1 $34.95
MINTWOOD Design Extra Large 22 x 14 Inch Rainbow Blanket Basket for Colorful Room Decor, Playroom & Classroom Storage Basket, Decorative Cotton Rope Basket, Toy Storage Baskets & Bins, Pastel Rainbow • Amazon Business $33.95 1 $33.95
Sheet Protectors, PANDRI 600 Pack Clear Heavy Duty Plastic Page Protectors Sheet Reinforced 11-Hole Fit for 3 Ring Binder Fits Standard 8.5 x 11 Paper, 9.25 x 11.25 Top Loaded, Excluding Acid • Amazon Business $30.39 1 $30.39
Ultra PRO - Pikachu 9-Pocket PRO-Binder for Pokmon • Best Buy Education $29.99 1 $29.99
Avery Binder Dividers - 5-Tab Insertable Multicolor Big Tabs for Binders, 6 Sets of Dividers (11109) • Amazon Business $5.78 5 $28.90
30 Pack Hanging File Folders Letter Size, Colored Hanging Folders with 1/5-Cut Adjustable Tab, Extra Capacity Hanging File Folders, 1 Inch Expansion, Perfect Office, Home, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $26.97 1 $26.97
CAREGY Thermal Laminating Pouches, 300 Pack Laminating Sheets, 3 Mil, 9 x 11.5 Inches Lamination Sheet Paper for Laminator, Clear, Letter Size, Office and School Supplies • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Amazon Basics Sheet Protectors for 3 Ring Binder, Non-Glare, Top Loading, Letter Size 8.5 x 11 in, Document Organizer, Pre-Punched Holes, Clear, 500-Pack • Amazon Business $19.63 1 $19.63
Staples File Folders 1/3-Cut Tab Letter Size Assorted Colors 100/Pack (ST508804-CC) • Staples $19.09 1 $19.09
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 24 Sticky Note Pads, 3 x 3 in., School Supplies, Office Products, 2X the Sticking Power, Supernova Neons Collection • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Avery TrueBlock Inkjet Shipping Labels, 2" x 4", Matte White, 250 Labels/Pack (8163) • Quill.com $15.17 1 $15.17
Bostitch B8 PowerCrown Staples, 3/8 Inch, Box of 5000 • School Specialty $15.14 1 $15.14
Post-it Cat Pop-Up Dispenser for 3 x 3 Notes White (CAT-330) • Staples $12.29 1 $12.29
Scotch Permanent Double Sided Tape, Card Making and Holiday Scrapbooking Supplies, Alternative to Gift Wrap Tape for Wrapping Presents, 0.50 in. x 500 in., 6 Rolls with Dispensers • Amazon Business $10.06 1 $10.06
VOPTON 28Large Pockets Over The Door Shoe Organizer, Hanging Shoe Organizer for Closet, Premium Clear Shoe Rack for Door, Shoes Hanger Organizers Storage Holder for Back of Door and 4Metal Hook White • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Binder Clips, 100PCS Large Binder Clip Assorted Sizes, Medium Small Binder Clips for Paperwork, Bulldog, Office Clips, Paper Clamps, Colorful Binder Clip Set for Office and School Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
File Folder Tabs, 60+120 Sets Multicolor Hanging Folder Tabs With Inserts, 2 Inch Clear Plastic for Quick Identification • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
300 Pcs Binder Clips, Rubber Bands, Office Set, Paper Clips, School & Teacher Supplies for Office Desk Essentials (Assorted Sizes) • Amazon Business $6.78 1 $6.78
Avery Easy Peel Laser/Inkjet File Folder Labels 2/3 x 3-7/16 White 252 Labels/Pack (5202) • Staples $5.59 1 $5.59

Materials cost

$1,144.65

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.61

Sales tax

 $104.74

3rd party payment processing fee

$17.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,302.17

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$229.79

Total project goal

$1,531.96

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