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

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Ignite Student Success: Essential Supplies for Dynamic and Collaborative Group-work

Help me give my students essential supplies to support effective group work and collaboration in chemistry and biology! These will make learning more dynamic and fun.

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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

I am incredibly passionate about my students, who are enthusiastic, curious, and eager to dive into hands-on learning experiences in chemistry and biology.

Each resource I’m requesting will play a vital role in fostering their collaborative spirit and enhancing their learning environment.

The plastic caddy organizers and pencil pouches will ensure that students can efficiently manage their supplies, minimizing distractions and maximizing their focus during group activities. Digital timers and scissors will aid in developing their time-management skills and precision in hands-on tasks. The white paper poster boards, markers, and colored pencils will allow them to creatively present their findings and collaborate visually on projects. Index cards will support their study and organization skills, while the electric sharpener will keep their pencils in top shape for smooth, uninterrupted work. Finally, the student grouping sticks will help me form balanced groups, ensuring diverse and productive team interactions.

My goal for this project is to create an engaging and organized learning environment where students can thrive through collaboration and hands-on activities. What makes my students special is their innate curiosity and dedication to learning, which these resources will support by making their group work more efficient, organized, and enjoyable.

Ms. Lopez Martinez Venice High School Grades 9-12

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. Lopez Martinez

Los Angeles, 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

147 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
UCreate 10-Pt Paper Poster Board, 14" x 22", White, 100 Sheets (PACCAR93736) • Quill.com $64.79 1 $64.79
Ripeng 24 Pcs Bulk Plastic Baskets Classroom Storage Baskets with Handles Colorful Neon Storage Bins Teacher Stackable Desktop Organizer Tray for Classroom Kids Room Home Drawer, 13.6" x 10" x 3" • Amazon Business $62.99 1 $62.99
Irenare Rainbow Color Plastic Caddy Organizer for Kids Stackable Storage Caddy with Handle Portable Utility Storage Box for School Classroom Art Teacher Office Supplies, 3 Compartment (12 Pcs) • Amazon Business $54.79 1 $54.79
Scotch Magic Tape with Dispenser, Invisible, 3/4 in x 650 in, 6 Tape Rolls, Clear, Home Office and Back to School Supplies • Quill.com $16.73 2 $33.46
Officygnet 3 Ring Pencil Pouch, 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 $32.99 1 $32.99
X-ACTO Pencil Sharpener, SchoolPro Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy Duty Electric Pencil Sharpener for School, Classroom and Teacher Supplies, Perfect Addition to Homeschooling Supplies, Black • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Crayola Colored Pencils Bulk, Kids School Supplies For Teachers, 12 Packs with 12 Colors [Amazon Exclusive] • Amazon Business $25.44 1 $25.44
Scissors Bulk for Kids, EZZGOL 48 PACK 5” Safety Blunt Tip Student Scissors, 6 Assorted Colors Kid Craft Scissors for Cutting Regular Paper,Construction Paper,Cards • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.14 10 $21.40
Lasubst Digital Kitchen Timers for Cooking with Magnetic Back 12 Pack, White Blue • Amazon Business $21.00 1 $21.00
Tecmisse 1200 PCS Ruled Index Cards, 3x5 Inches Colorful Index Cards, Heavy Colored Note Cards, Study Cards for School, Learning, Memo Scratch Pad, 6 Colors Notecards • Amazon Business $17.95 1 $17.95
(24 Pack) Sticky Notes 3x3 in Post Bright Stickies Colorful Super Sticking Power Memo Pads, Strong Adhesive, 74 Sheets/pad • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Learning Resources Student Grouping Pencils,Multicolor,4 1/2 x 4/2 in • Amazon Business $15.87 1 $15.87
Entcook 24PCS Mini White Board Eraser Bulk for Student Teacher Classroom Supplies Magnetic Dry Erase Board Eraser for Kids,Home and Office 8 Colors • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
Staples 3 x 5 Index Cards Lined White 500/Pack (TR51009) • Staples $4.70 1 $4.70

Materials cost

$435.76

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$39.87

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.54

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$512.17

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$90.38

Total project goal

$602.55

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$602.55

1 Donor

-$269.56

Donations toward project cost

-$256.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.48

match offer

-$301.28

Match offer toward project cost

-$256.09

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$45.19

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$31.71

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$0.00

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