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Ms. Lester from Los Angeles, CA is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Back-to-School Basics

My students need classroom supplies replaced and updated, like a new pencil sharpener, ink for our printer, and batteries.

  • $1,149 goal

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My Students

So many supplies are consumed in a year, however, less and less funding is available to replace these. My students don't come from the background to be able to afford supplies, so it's either my pocket or they go without. They go without for so much, they shouldn't go without for school supplies.

My students are wonderful but are often the over looked students.

Growing up in a rough neighborhood, poor families and lots of bad influences has caused so many of my students to get into trouble and discarded by society. Many others just struggle with catching up with information they missed for so many reasons. Many of my students can't afford their basic school supplies, but I never let a student go without. Every year I give binders, pens, pencils, paper, snacks and other supplies to any student in need. However, as our school keeps loosing money and people, we have less and less to do even our basic job.

My Project

Printer ink is no longer supported by our school district but students are always asking to print their papers or add a picture to a project. Currently, the printer is empty. With ink, the students will be able to type their biographical narratives for their personal frame projects. Other supplies like batteries, folders, paint and scissors are always needing replacement. Our class Neo cart has been only half functioning for the last year, so new batteries will mean students can each have their own Neo computer. Last year our Eggspert finally stopped working after 7 years. It is something that gets my students into the topic and they remember fondly for years to come. Being able to play Anatomy Jeopardy will help students prepare for their exam.

I work with the greatest students, even if others don't always see their potential.

Having basic supplies for my students makes the biggest difference. I wish I could give them everything but the best I give them is every opportunity.

Ms. Lester Joseph Le Conte Middle School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. Lester

Los Angeles, 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

150 students impacted 12donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
CARTRIDGE TONER LEXMARK LEXE450H11A HI YLD RETURN PROG BLACK • School Specialty $218.11 2 $436.22
EG777 - Wireless Eggspert Classroom Game System • Lakeshore Learning Materials $99.50 1 $99.50
JJ689 - Privacy Partition - Set of 10 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 3 $74.97
BATTERIES ALKALINE AA -PACK OF 24 - SCHOOL SMART • School Specialty $11.29 3 $33.87
PENCIL SHARPENER BOSTON SCHOOL PRO ELECTRIC • School Specialty $42.74 1 $42.74
BOARD BRISTOL 18X24 WHITE 110# - SCHOOL SMART • School Specialty $32.29 1 $32.29
FILE FOLDER HANGING POCKET LETTER FULL GUSSET ASST PACK OF 12 • School Specialty $27.25 1 $27.25
PAINT POSTER PAINT ASSORTED COLORS SET OF 10 • School Specialty $17.95 1 $17.95
SCISSOR FISKARS FOR KIDS 5'' POINTED • School Specialty $2.65 5 $13.25
TT448 - Magnetic Pockets - Set of 3 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 1 $12.99
MARKER RINGS MAGNETIC MINI PACK OF 6 • School Specialty $4.74 1 $4.74
MARKER RINGS MAGNETIC REGULAR PACK OF 6 • School Specialty $4.06 1 $4.06

Materials cost

$799.83

Vendor shipping charges

 $61.24

Sales tax

 $73.18

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$976.25

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$172.28

Total project goal

$1,148.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,148.53

9 Donors

-$585.29

Donations toward project cost

-$559.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.54

match offer

-$490.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$416.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$73.24

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 $0.00

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