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

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Classroom Essentials Are Needed For Our Second Graders!

Help me give my students a literature organizer, LEGO, a clipboard stand, and other essential classroom materials to have a successful school year!

  • $791 goal

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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

One of the primary goals for these classroom essentials is to increase student engagement and motivation. These classroom items can make lessons, small groups, and independent centers more dynamic and participatory. By incorporating various tools and items that students are already familiar with, we can bridge the gap between traditional teaching methods and modern learning styles. This engagement is crucial in maintaining students' interest and enthusiasm for learning.

Classroom items like LEGO kits, art supplies, and manipulatives encourage hands-on learning which is essential for deep understanding.

These tools allow students to experiment, create, and explore concepts in a tangible way. Active learning fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills which are important for academic success and real-world application.

In conclusion, these classroom items are more than just supplies; they are essential tools that will transform the learning experience, making it more effective, inclusive, and enjoyable for every student.

Ms. Hernandez Griffin Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

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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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
HOOBRO Literature Organizer, 27 Compartments Wooden Mail Organizer, Countertop Literature Sorter with Adjustable Shelves for Home, Office, School, Student Mailbox for Classroom, Greige BG27WF01 • Amazon Business $89.98 1 $89.98
LEGO Classic Large Creative Brick Box 10698 Building Toy Set, Toy Storage Solution for Home or Classrooms, Interactive Building Toy for Kids, Boys, and Girls • Amazon Business $33.12 2 $66.24
Really Good Stuff Store More Clipboard Stand - Organizational Tool, Easy Assembly, Sturdy Clipboard Holder - Teacher Supplies, Home Office Storage • Amazon Business $56.07 1 $56.07
Zhehao 20 Pack LCD Writing Board for Kids, 8.5 Inches Doodle Board Reusable Board Screen Drawing Pad Erasable Painting Pads Educational Toy for 3-8 Years(Black) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Monthly Calendar Whiteboard Dry Erase Cork Board Combination for Wall, 24"x18" Magnetic Dry Erase Board, Double-Sided White Board, Portable Board for Office, Kitchen, Planning, Memo, School, Home • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
VOCOO Digital Kitchen Timer with 7.8” Extra Large Display, Magnetic LED Timer with 3 Brightness, 4 Alarms and 3 Volume Levels, Battery Powered Countdown Count Up Timer for Cooking, Classroom, Home Gym • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Mead Spiral Notebook, 24 Pack, 1-Subject, Wide Ruled Paper, 7-1/2" x 10-1/2", 70 Sheets per Notebook, Color Will Vary (05510) • Amazon Business $29.98 1 $29.98
Lysol Disinfectant Wipes, Multi-Surface Antibacterial Cleaning Wipes, For Disinfecting and Cleaning, Lemon and Lime Blossom, Pack of 4 (Packaging may vary) • Amazon Business $14.97 2 $29.94
JIUYOTREE 4-Tier Plastic Rolling Storage Cart Utility Cart with Extra Hanging Cups Handles Lockable Wheels for Living Room Bathroom Kitchen Office Black • Amazon Business $28.88 1 $28.88
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches,200 Pack Laminating Sheets,3 Mil,8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Education Supplies & Craft Supplies, For Use With Thermal Laminators, Letter Size Sheets • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
GoldOrcle 8 Tier Paper Letter Tray Organizer with Handles, Mesh Desk File Holder Storage Organization for Office School Desktop • Amazon Business $26.30 1 $26.30
Scotch 5" Soft Touch Blunt Tip Kids Scissors, 12 Count Teacher’s Pack, Green, All-Purpose Scissors for School and Crafts (1442P-12) • Amazon Business $7.86 3 $23.58
12 Pieces Teacher Stamps - Classroom Must Haves for Teachers - Self Inking Stamps for Teachers Supplies - Grading Stamps Encouraging Motivational Teacher Gifts Supplies for Homework • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
SAVERHO 36 Clear Pockets Classroom Pocket Chart for Cell Phones and Calculator Holder, Pocket Chart for Classroom Phone Holder with Number Stickers and Hooks (Grey) • Amazon Business $14.88 1 $14.88
EXPO White Board Care Dry Erase Wipes, 8-Inches x 5.5-Inches, 50 Count • Amazon Business $6.97 2 $13.94
SHARPIE Flip Chart Markers, Bullet Tip, Assorted Colors, 8 Pack, Low-Odor, Squeak-Free • Amazon Business $6.53 2 $13.06
Bostitch Office EZ Squeeze 3-Hole Punch, 20 Sheet Capacity, Reduced Effort, No Jam Technology , Silver • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Surebonder Cordless Hot Glue Gun, High Temperature, Full Size, 60W, 50% More Power - Sturdily Bonds Metal, Wood, Ceramics, Leather & Other Strong Materials (Specialty Series CL-800F) • Amazon Business $12.40 1 $12.40

Materials cost

$580.19

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $53.09

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$671.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$118.58

Total project goal

$790.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $790.56

1 Donor

-$447.99

Donations toward project cost

-$447.99

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$263.52

Match offer toward project cost

-$223.99

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$39.53

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$79.06

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