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

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Paper Essentials

Help me give my students essentials such as a laminator, hole puncher, and copy paper to help our classroom run more efficiently!

  • $191 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

As a first year teacher, I am still in the process of expanding the resources to make my science classroom run more efficiently.

Essential materials like a laminator, hole puncher, and copy paper are necessary to bring my vision of student organization and productivity into fruition.

A laminator adds a layer of durability and professionalism to student work. By laminating important diagrams, posters, reference materials, and student artifacts, I can create long-lasting resources that can be reused year after year. This not only saves time and effort on constant replacements but also enhances the visual appeal of the classroom.

Having a hole puncher in the classroom allows students to neatly organize their handouts and assignments in their folders, promoting better organization and easy access to materials. Additionally, it teaches students the importance of keeping documents in order and fosters a sense of responsibility for their own learning materials.

With enhanced organization and efficiency, my classroom will become a hub of productivity and creativity, enabling my students to thrive and excel in their scientific pursuits!

Ms. Hernandez Santee Educational Complex 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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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

130 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Scotch Thermal Laminator, Extra Wide 13 Inch Input, Ideal for Teachers, Small Offices, or Home (TL1302X) • Amazon Business $47.59 1 $47.59
Amazon Basics Multipurpose Copy Printer Paper, 8.5" x 11", 20 lb, 8 Reams, 4000 Sheets, 92 Bright, White • Amazon Business $38.89 1 $38.89
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets - 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $19.68 1 $19.68
Amazon Basics 2/3 Hole Punch, Semi-Adjustable, 30 Sheet Capacity, Black • Amazon Business $12.74 1 $12.74

Materials cost

$118.90

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $10.88

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.78

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$161.56

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.51

Total project goal

$190.07

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $190.07

1 Donor

-$25.99

Donations toward project cost

-$22.10

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.89

Matching donations from our partners

-$164.08

Match offers toward project cost

-$139.47

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.61

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