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

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Scholars Have Basic Needs That Will Help Us Succeed!

My students need a variety of materials to enhance our classroom experience and benefit our learning! From a printer paper, to flexible seating options, bluetooth speaker, and a an easel, there is a lot we need!

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My Students

My students are enrolled in a 50/50 English/Spanish dual-immersion program, where they receive 50% of instruction is Spanish and 50% of instruction in English every day by two different teachers. I will be working with roughly 48 (I know!!) students who are all of diverse backgrounds, and aiming to become bilingual citizens in this global economy.

Our school is a Title 1 school where 60% of the students are socioeconomically disadvantaged.

The students are all eager and excited to learn every day they come to school. They are as energetic as they can get! They deserve the best education possible and I want to give that to them.

My Project

All these materials are basic materials that I realized I needed during the end of my first-year teaching last year. Simple things such as, printer paper to print out self-made sheets, a map to use year-round but specifically for an identity project where the cotton twine (also requested) will be used to connect the students’ pictures to the location of their roots. The laminating pouches will be used to protect things I want to last and make my own charts and bathroom/hall passes for my students.

The easel would be used during mini-lessons and/or small groups for math and writing workshop, because last year it was a struggle to and to start up flexible seating and provide a nicer and more comfy space for my students, I’ve also requested cushions and a couple of stability discs they could freely use when they are working independently.

I also requested a Bluetooth speaker that will be used for our Mystery Science lessons which requires video and audio, and during our mindfulness activities, because last year I had to use my laptop speakers which weren’t loud enough for my students.

My students and I would really benefit for all of this. And because I know I need to improve and keep learning more as a teacher, I also requested a couple of books that I know will help me this upcoming school year in my growth as an educator. What I learn through these books will reflect in my teaching as I implement whatever I think would benefit my kids. Thank you so much for your support!

Ms. G. Micheltorena Street Elementary School Grades 3-5

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Los Angeles, CA View local requests

More than a third 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nosiva Tripod Whiteboard - 24x36 Inches Magnetic Dry Erase Board/Flipchart Easel With Black Aluminum Frame, Lightweight White Boards, Height Adjustable Whiteboard • Amazon Business $84.99 1 $84.99
Pacon Fadeless Designs Bulletin Board Art Paper, 4-Feet by 50-Feet, Weathered Wood (56515) • Amazon Business $22.29 2 $44.58
The Writing Strategies Book: Your Everything Guide to Developing Skilled Writers • Amazon Business $39.10 1 $39.10
Logitech Wireless Presenter R400, Presentation Wireless Presenter with Laser Pointer • Amazon Business $31.73 1 $31.73
Anker Soundcore Bluetooth Speaker with Loud Stereo Sound, Rich Bass, 24-Hour Playtime, 66 ft Bluetooth Range, Built-In Mic. Perfect Portable Wireless Speaker for iPhone, Samsung and more • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Black Mountain Products Exercise Balance Stability Disc with Hand Pump, Black • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Being the Change: Lessons and Strategies to Teach Social Comprehension • Amazon Business $25.32 1 $25.32
HP Printer Paper, Multipurpose20, 8.5 x 11, Letter, 20lb, 96 Bright, 2,500 Sheets / 5 Ream Carton (115100PC) Made In The USA • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
X-ACTO School Pro Classroom Electric Pencil Sharpener, Blue, 1 Count (1670) • Amazon Business $24.93 1 $24.93
The Wild Card: 7 Steps to an Educator's Creative Breakthrough • Amazon Business $22.48 1 $22.48
Stack-On DS-22 22 Drawer Storage Cabinet • Amazon Business $21.53 1 $21.53
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 8.9 x 11.4 -Inches, 3 mil thick, 100-Pack (TP3854-100) • Amazon Business $10.45 2 $20.90
Swiftmaps SM WOR PREM EL SM LAM World Premier Wall Map Poster Mural 24h x 36w Laminated • Amazon Business $17.90 1 $17.90
Nylon Mesh Scrimmage Team Practice Vests Pinnies Jerseys for Children Youth Sports Basketball, Soccer, Football, Volleyball (12 Jerseys) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Foamily Premium Hypoallergenic Stuffer Pillow Insert Sham Square Form Polyester, 18" L X 18" W, Standard/White • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Adorox Set of 12 Assorted 5" Nylon Bean Bags Cornhole Primary Colors Carnival Game • Amazon Business $10.49 1 $10.49
Norpro Cotton Twine • Amazon Business $4.50 2 $9.00
Book Lover Reading Book Club Books I Need More Books Black Background Cotton Linen Decorative Throw Pillow Case Cushion Cover Square 18 "X18 " • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Book Lover Reading Book Club So Many Books So Little Time Retro European Background Cotton Linen Decorative Throw Pillow Case Cushion Cover Square 18 "X18 " • Amazon Business $8.69 1 $8.69

Materials cost

$487.56

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$44.61

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.31

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$569.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$100.50

Total project goal

$669.98

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$669.98

6 Donors

-$506.65

Donations toward project cost

-$430.65

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$76.00

match offer

-$163.33

Match offer toward project cost

-$138.83

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.50

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$0.00

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