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

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Basic Supplies to Keep My Classroom Running

Help me give my students the basic supplies of dry erase markers, pens and pencils.

  • $291 goal

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Ms. Cushing has another project! Donate to A Diverse YA Novel Library for a Classroom Calming Space to help her classroom.

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Ms. Cushing has another project! Donate to A Diverse YA Novel Library for a Classroom Calming Space to help her classroom.

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My Project

I teach Chemistry to a diverse group of artistic students at a Title I visual and preforming arts school in downtown Los Angeles. Students come to our school from all over the city to receive a top notch education in both academics and the arts and go on to study at some of the top academic colleges and art schools across the country. In my Chemistry class, I find ways to integrate the arts into my lessons to make Chemistry relevant and exciting!

These basic supplies including dry erase markers, pens, and pencils are used daily by my students and will help them become amazing scientists learning about the world around them!

Thank you so much for your consideration of providing these basic materials that help keep my classroom running daily, we really appreciate it!

Ms. Cushing Cortines School - Vpa Grades 9-12

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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.

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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

160 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Expo Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Assorted 8/Pack (80678) • Staples $9.39 9 $84.51
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $15.63 3 $46.89
Thenshop 200 Pack Dry Erase Markers with 4 Magnetic Whiteboard Erasers Set, Black • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Ink Pens, Medium Point (1.0mm), Black Pens, Flexible Round Barrel For Writing Comfort, 144-Count • Amazon Business $7.96 2 $15.92
Mini Dry Erase Erasers, IHPUKIDI 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers Chalkboard Cleaner Wiper for Kids and Classroom Teacher Supplies, Home and Office (2 x 2 Inch) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$196.30

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $17.96

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.94

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$247.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$43.62

Total project goal

$290.82

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $290.82

2 Donors

-$136.59

Donations toward project cost

-$131.10

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$5.49

Matching donations from our partners

-$136.59

Match offers toward project cost

-$116.10

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.49

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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 $0.00

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