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

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Surfs Up! Math Luau Fun!

Help me give my students an oil diffuser, essential oils, and beach themed room decorations.

  • $556 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 Students

What I love about my students is that they are at school every day beside the obstacles they currently face at home, in the community, and at school. Many of our students are socioeconomically underprivileged and undergone traumatic experiences such as domestic violence or abuse, immigration injustice such as family separation, homelessness, and other similar unfortunate situations. These incidents drastically affect the emotional state of these students as well as the teachers that serve our students. We continuously see test scores being affected by their state of mind. I am looking forward to working with my students to switch their mindset and create a space where they can learn their math in a positive and low-stress environment.

My Project

The materials being requested are to decorate the classroom and the infuser with essential oils is to help students relax and release stress. Mathematics tends to be a subject that where many students get anxious and I want to use these decorations and infuser to recreate in their mind an environment of math being fun. For example the "You Can Toucan" decorations are to encourage a growth mindset. The beachballs are to have at the tables and bring the idea of fun into the class. The surfboards, flip flop, Hawaiian and beach decorations are also to creating the idea of being at the beach a place where there is lots of fun. The motivational posters are to support the social emotional part of learning; and them being able to cope with their traumas and anxiety with the beliefs and affirmations to do great in life. The "Keep Calm and show your work!" Poster is to remind them to breathe and everything will be ok as they are working through their assignments. Inspire notebook is to keep a journal of students where they can express ideas that can support them in their learning.

Ms. Márquez Mervyn M Dymally High School Grades 9-12

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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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More than three‑quarters 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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
BlueHills Premium 2000 ML XL Large Essential Oil Diffuser Aromatherapy Humidifier for Large Room Home 40 Hour Run Huge Coverage Area 2 Liter Extra Large Capacity Huge Diffuser Wood Grain (E002) • Amazon Business $39.45 1 $39.45
Teacher Created Resources 4586 Surfboards Accents • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
Carson Dellosa Tropical Trees Bulletin Board Set (110159) • Amazon Business $14.79 2 $29.58
Teacher Created Resources TCR5090 Giant Surfboards Bulletin Board Display Set, Paper, Multi • Amazon Business $13.59 2 $27.18
Teacher Created Resources Flip Flops Straight Border Trim (5648) • Amazon Business $8.13 3 $24.39
Motivational Posters for Classroom & Office Decorations | Inspirational Quote Wall Art for Teachers, Students, School Counselors, Home & Office | Set of 10 Creative Chalkboard Designs • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Artizen Aromatherapy Top 14 Essential Oil Set (100% PURE & NATURAL) Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils - All of Our Most Popular Scents and Best Essential Oil Blends • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Teacher Created Resources 5388 Surf's Up Welcome Banner • Amazon Business $8.62 2 $17.24
Hawaiian Party Decorations Flamingo Green Palm Leaf Banner with Pom Poms Paper Flowers Tissue Paper Fans for Luau Tropical Jungle Beach Safari Party Supplies Theme • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Tropical Party Decorations, Summer Party Honeycomb Pineapple Ball, Pom Poms Paper Flowers Tissue Paper Fan Paper Lanterns for Party Supplies Table Decoration Hawaiian Theme • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Sproutbrite Classroom Poster Decorations - Motivational Kindness and Inspirational Themes • Amazon Business $15.95 1 $15.95
Sproutbrite Classroom Banner Decorations and Poster Bulletin Board Set - Together We are Better • Amazon Business $15.95 1 $15.95
Inflatable Beach Balls 5 inch for The Pool, Beach, Summer Parties, Gifts and Decorations | 25 Pack Mini Blow up Rainbow Color Beach Balls (25 Balls) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
JVIGUE 3 Pack Foil Curtains Metallic Foil Fringe Curtain for Birthday Party Photo Backdrop Wedding Event Decor (Pale Blue) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Teacher Created Resources Surfs Up Bulletin Board (5517) • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
Eureka Colorful 'You Can Toucan' Birds Bulletin Board Trim and Classroom Decoration for Teachers, 12pc, 3.25'' W x 37'' L • Amazon Business $11.02 1 $11.02
Teacher Created Resources Tropical Trees Bulletin Board (5859) • Amazon Business $10.89 1 $10.89
ZUEXT Photo Hanging Display Frames 79x40 Inch, Fishing Net Picture Frames Holder Wall Decor w/ 40 Clips & Anchors, Artworks Photos Organizer, Nautical Theme Fish Net for Dorm Home Party Decorations • Amazon Business $10.49 1 $10.49
PosterEnvy Keep Calm and Show Your Work - New Classroom Math Poster • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Surfboard Party Decorations Beach Backdrop Party Beach Surfboard Backdrop Party Banner Tropical Hawaiian Party Backdrop Banner for Beach Weddings Party Decorations, 72.8 x 43.3 Inch • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Eureka Back to School 'You Can Tucan' Tropical Birds Motivational Reading Bulletin Board and Classroom Decorations, 20pc, 6'' W x 21'' H • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Yeele 5x3ft Summer Surfing Backdrop Surfboard Photography Background Pictures for Kid Children Adult Portrait Photo Booth Video Shooting Vinyl Drape Wallpaper Studio Props • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Eureka Back to School Multicolored Toucan Paper Cut-Out Decorations for Teachers, 36 pc, 5.5'' W x 5.5'' H • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Live to insπre - Notebook: Live to Inspire Pi Symbol - Blank Dotted Pi Math Notebook / Journal. Funny Math Accessories & Novelty Pi Day and Math Gift ... Math Teacher, Students & Mathematicians. • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Teacher Created Resources Surfboards Mini Accents (5537) • Amazon Business $4.69 1 $4.69

Materials cost

$399.47

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $36.55

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.99

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$472.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.30

Total project goal

$555.31

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $555.31

3 Donors

-$496.48

Donations toward project cost

-$429.51

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$66.97

Matching donations from our partners

-$50.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.83

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