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

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New Class, Fresh Faces, Another Year Grasps

Help me give my students an amazing welcoming to the classroom that they deserve and will help them reach their goals!

  • $424 goal

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My Students

My students are curious, brave, and inspire me every day. I am constantly learning from them, and the confidence that they build as time goes on. They are comfortable with who they are and also aspire to push themselves in ways that go beyond limitations. They are sweet, silly, curious, and are developing into aspirational leaders that want the best for themselves and others.

It is hard to consider what I do as a job because it is truly a part of who I am.

When told "those kids are lucky to have you," I think to myself "I am the lucky one."

My Project

My students are eager and yet excited to come back to school after all the changes and uncertainty that have been happening around them. My students are beginning the year with a first-year teacher excited and dedicated to building a classroom where students are included and advocates for their learning. Students will have a variety of materials that provides them to engage in a way that best fits them.

With these supplies students are able to engage in activities and lessons that go beyond memorization and into a world that excites them, helps them grow as critical learners, and puts smiles on their faces.

Ms. Safina Marguerite P LaMotte 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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Los Angeles, 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

25 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Seville Classics 15-Drawer Multipurpose Mobile Rolling Utility Storage Organizer Cart, Mulitcolor (Pearlized) $79.99 1 $79.99
Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, Yellow, Pre-sharpened, Class Pack, 576 pencils in box by Madisi $39.98 1 $39.98
Board Geeks Dry Erase Lapboard 9 x 12 inch Large 25 Pack double-sided Whiteboard - White boards set great for Teachers, Students, Children, Classroom and school supplies for kids $39.95 1 $39.95
EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Pack $24.69 1 $24.69
Dry Erase Pockets Reusable Sleeves by Office Orchid - Heavy Duty Oversized 10" x 14" - 30 Pockets Assorted Colors + 30 Pens + 500 Worksheets - School or Work - Sheet Protectors or Ticket Holders $23.99 1 $23.99
Scotch Thermal Laminator, 2 Roller System for a Professional Finish, Use for Home, Office or School, Suitable for use with Photos (TL901X) $21.99 1 $21.99
Cadrim Puck Lights, LED Color Changing Puck Lightings and Dimmable Under Cabinet Lights Battery Powered Under Counter Lights with 2 Wireless Remote Controls for Kitchen(6 Pack) $21.99 1 $21.99
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock,"Classic" 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb/176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91630) $16.99 1 $16.99
New Larger Size! | The Original Table Spots for Teachers | No Staining, No Shadowing, Complete Erase! Dry Erase, 10 Pack Multicolor Circles, Wall Stickers, Decals $15.99 1 $15.99
Favourde 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Eraser Chalkboard Cleansers for Classroom, Home and Office (4-color, 1.97 x 1.97 Inch) $12.98 1 $12.98

Materials cost

$298.54

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $27.32

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$360.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$63.59

Total project goal

$423.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $423.93

3 Donors

-$211.96

Donations toward project cost

-$180.17

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.79

match offer

-$211.96

Match offer toward project cost

-$180.17

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.79

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