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Ms. Gomez from South Gate, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Laminated Materials= Forever Materials

Help me give my students durable learning materials for year- after - year learning!

  • 2 donors
  • $427 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

Laminating materials and craft supplies play a pivotal role in the creation of durable and reusable math manipulatives and educational resources. By using laminating sheets, I can protect printed materials such as number cards, graph sheets, and fraction tiles, ensuring their durability for daily use. This protection allows these resources to be used from year to year, saving money and time that would otherwise be spent on constant replacements. This would help with sanitation as I would be able to wipe down laminated items to maintain hygiene and keep the materials looking fresh and new. This longevity is particularly beneficial in a diverse classroom setting where different students can benefit from hands-on learning experiences tailored to their unique needs.

Moreover, combining craft materials with laminated resources fosters creativity and interactivity in math education.

I would be able to create customized manipulatives that effectively illustrate complex concepts, such as geometric shapes or measurement, allowing students to visualize and physically engage with the material. Items like colorful pens, stickers, and craft scissors can be would aid in creating interactive games and stations where students can explore math concepts collaboratively. This approach not only makes learning more enjoyable but also promotes an environment where students can experiment and explore math at their own pace. The resulting manipulatives become timeless tools that can be modified or expanded over time, ensuring that they remain relevant and effective in promoting mathematical understanding across different grade levels and learning styles.

Ms. Gomez South East 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.

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South Gate, 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

100 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Printable Vinyl Sticker Paper for Inkjet Printer - 8.5"x11" 20 Sheets - Matte White Printable Sticker Paper Vinyl by JANDJPACKAGING • Amazon Business $9.49 10 $94.90
KTRIO Laminating Sheets, Hold 8.5 x 11 inch Sheets 500 Pack, 3 Mil Clear Thermal Laminate Pouches 9 x 11.5 inch Lamination Sheet Paper for Laminator, Round Corner Letter Size, School & Office • Amazon Business $46.05 1 $46.05
Cordless Electric Scissors - Multipurpose Fabric, Leather, Carpet or Cardboard Cutter with Rotary Blade and 4V Rechargeable Battery by Stalwart (Red) • Amazon Business $29.59 1 $29.59
SIRMEDAL Professional Heavy Duty Tailor Scissors Gold Stainless Steel Ribbon Cutting Sewing Dressmaking (Gold8.5) • Amazon Business $13.99 2 $27.98
140 PCS Self-Adhesive Laminating Sheets, 9 x 12 Inches Clear Laminating Sheets No Machine Needed Self Sealing Laminate Sheets • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
6 Pieces Dry Erase Erasers Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser Washable Microfiber Shag Eraser for Classroom, Home and Office Use (Gray) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Pentel Sparkle Pop Pens - Set of 8 • Blick Art Materials $15.49 1 $15.49
Crayola Take Note! Chisel-Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count • Kaplan Early Learning Company $15.26 1 $15.26
Workablez Pencil Holder for Desk, Magnetic Pen Holder for Refrigerator, Magnetic Marker Holder for Whiteboard, Magnetic Holder, Whiteboard Marker Holder - 3 Large Mesh Storage Compartments – Black • Amazon Business $14.89 1 $14.89
Crayola Take Note Dry Erase Markers (12ct) Whiteboard Markers for Teachers, Low Odor, Chisel Tip, School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $10.54 1 $10.54

Materials cost

$291.68

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $26.69

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.38

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$362.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$64.01

Total project goal

$426.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $426.71

1 Donor

-$213.36

Donations toward project cost

-$181.36

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.00

match offer

-$213.34

Match offer toward project cost

-$181.34

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.00

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