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Mr. Cohan from Los Angeles, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Welcoming Space for Students and Families

Help me give my students a welcoming environment for their IEP meetings by providing decorations for our meeting room, making the space more comfortable and conducive to positive and productive discussions about each student's educational needs and goals!

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Cohan's classroom raised $566

This project is fully funded

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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

Imagine a room with soft lighting, comfortable seating, and vibrant, inspiring decor. This is the environment we envision for our IEP meetings – a place where students and their families feel valued, respected, and at ease. Thoughtful decor can create a calming atmosphere, significantly reducing anxiety and making these important meetings more comfortable for everyone.

For our students, especially those with unique sensory needs, soft colors, tactile decorations, and soothing visuals can provide a sense of comfort and security.

For families, a beautifully decorated room shows that we care deeply about their experience and are committed to creating a positive environment.

Personal touches, like displaying student artwork or inspirational quotes, can make the space feel personal and relevant, fostering a sense of belonging and pride.

Your generous donations will help us make this vision a reality. Together, we can create a space that reflects our dedication to supporting every student's unique journey. Thank you for considering this meaningful project.

Mr. Cohan Woodrow Wilson Senior High School Grades 9-12

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

75 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Calathea Prayer Plants Live House Plants Kit (4 PK), Calathea Plant Live Indoor Plants Live Houseplants, Live House Plants Indoors Live Plants Indoor, Live Indoor House Plants Live by Plants for Pets • Amazon Business $31.65 3 $94.95
Elementree - Sustainable Printer Paper For Everyday Printing and Copying 8.5 x 11 20lb/ 75gsm 500 Sheets Per Ream (00918) - White • Best Buy Education $5.86 10 $58.60
Lakeshore Growth Mindset Poster Pack • Lakeshore Learning Materials $31.99 1 $31.99
Kaplan Early Learning Mexican Decorative Runner • Kaplan Early Learning Company $26.96 1 $26.96
Kaplan Early Learning Chinese Decorative Runner • Kaplan Early Learning Company $26.96 1 $26.96
Kaplan Early Learning African Decorative Runner • Kaplan Early Learning Company $26.96 1 $26.96
RISLG 2 Pack Small Table Lamps, Bedside Lamps for Nightstand with Wire Switch, Modern Minimalist Desk Lamp with Linen Fabric Shade for Dorm Kids Room Living Room Office Bedroom, Bulb Included • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
BXFAHZJ Classroom Pillows Throw Pillow Cover Library Decor Reading Nook Book Theme 18x18 Inch Set of 4 Decor for Home Reading Room Dorm Gifts for Book Lovers Student. • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Paper Lanterns Party Decorations, 16pcs Round Hanging Paper Lanterns Decorations for Rustic Party, Wedding, Birthday Party, Baptism Sage Green Party Decorativ • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Nogrit Counseling Office Must Haves Throw Pillow Cover, Calming Corner, Mental Health Pillowcase Decor for Home Kids,Mental Health Counselor Gifts, Calming Corner Pillow Covers 22x22-1000 • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
QIYUHOY Fall Decor Boho Rainbow Classroom Throw Pillow Covers, Book Center Calming Corner Playroom Decor Pillow Case, Orange Pillow Cover, I Am Kind Smart Brave Confidence 24x24 Inch(Orange) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
S&O Set of 8 Diversity Posters for Classroom - Classroom Posters Diversity Decorations - School Counselor Office Decor - Everyone is Welcome Here Sign - High School Classroom Decor - Safe Space Sign • Amazon Business $10.87 1 $10.87
Foaky Black LED Marquee Number Lights Sign Light Up Marquee Number Lights Sign for Night Light Wedding Birthday Party Battery Powered Christmas Lamp Home Bar Decoration • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Foaky Black LED Marquee Number Lights Sign Light Up Marquee Number Lights Sign for Night Light Wedding Birthday Party Battery Powered Christmas Lamp Home Bar Decoration • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Foaky Black LED Marquee Number Lights Sign Light Up Marquee Number Lights Sign for Night Light Wedding Birthday Party Battery Powered Christmas Lamp Home Bar Decoration • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$406.21

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.60

Sales tax

 $37.17

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.09

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$481.07

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$84.89

Total project goal

$565.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $565.96

2 Donors

-$565.96

Donations toward project cost

-$481.07

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$84.89

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