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Mrs. Hernandez from Winnetka, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Lighting the Way for a Brighter Future!

Help me give my students my students the classroom environment every child deserves!

  • 7 donors
  • $454 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

Help Brighten Our Classroom for engaged Learning. The products that I have selected will help my amazing group of dual language learners thrive in a warm, inviting, and engaging classroom. Creating and environment where they feel comfortable and focused is essential for their success.

One of the most impactful yet often overlooked aspects of a great learning space is proper lighting.

Research shows that lighting significantly affects student engagement, concentration, and overall well-being. With this project, I am hoping for soft, adjustable lighting to enhance our classroom environment.

The plan is to use the materials been requested, Boost focus, performance, reduce eye strain, fatigue and just as important to create a welcoming atmosphere that will help students feel safe and ready to learn.

Mrs. Hernandez Sunny Brae Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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Winnetka, 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

90 students impacted 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
VIHOSE Set of 8 LED Portable Cordless Table Lamp with Touch Sensor 3 Color Stepless Dimming Rechargeable Battery up to 15 Hours Cordless Table Light Wireless Lamp for Nursery(Gold) • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Coolife Rolling Briefcase Bag - 17.3 Inch Laptop Case Roller with Wheels - Mobile Office Bag • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
𝟐𝟎-𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐊 𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐘 𝐓𝐎 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐄𝐂𝐓 Privacy Folders for Students, Classroom Must Haves, Desk Dividers for Students and Privacy Shields for Student Desks, Teacher Supplies for Classroom • Amazon Business $48.97 1 $48.97
Office Solutions Direct Clipboards with Low Profile Clip (Set of 30) - Wood Clipboards Bulk 30 Pack, Heavy Duty Clipboard, Bulk Classic Clipboards for Classroom, Calendar Office Clipboard Stand up • Amazon Business $37.95 1 $37.95
3D Big Cloud lightning Light Kit Music Sync Warm White Multicolor lightning Changing Strip Lights 360 Degree Wireless Remote APP NO DIY Coolest Decorations for Adults and Kids Indoor Home Bedroom • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
THAUSDAS Night Light, Dimmable Touch Lamp for Bedroom, Portable Table Bedside Lamp, 5 Brightness 13 RGB Colors, Night Lights for Baby Nursery Bathroom • Amazon Business $18.59 1 $18.59
Glitter Bulletin Board Borders Set - 3 Rolls 98.4 Ft Light Blue Bulletin Board Decorations for Classroom, Office，School Supplies & Home DIY - Perfect for Teachers, Posters & Birthday Party Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Glitter Bulletin Board Borders Set - 3 Rolls 98.4 Ft Dark Purple Bulletin Board Decorations for Classroom, Office，School Supplies & Home DIY - Perfect for Teachers, Posters & Birthday Party Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Glitter Bulletin Board Borders Set - 3 Rolls 98.4 Ft Black Bulletin Board Decorations for Classroom, Office，School Supplies & Home DIY - Perfect for Teachers, Posters & Birthday Party Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$321.45

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $29.41

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$385.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$68.06

Total project goal

$453.74

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $453.74

6 Donors

-$269.92

Donations toward project cost

-$236.93

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.99

match offer

-$175.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$148.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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 $0.00

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