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

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Classroom Essentials

Help me give my students the essential school supplies to stay engaged in class!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Tirado's classroom raised $373

This project is fully funded

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 will have the privilege of teaching a diverse group of chemistry and biology students who are filled with curiosity and potential. I work at an urban school where students face challenges in acquiring basic school supplies like pencils, pens, and markers. To address this, I personally provide these supplies to ensure that my students have what they need in order to be successful in my class.

Drawing will play a crucial role in my STEM classes as it allows students to visualize and conceptualize complex scientific and mathematical concepts.

Therefore, pens, pencils, colored pencils, and markers will serve as invaluable resources for students as they build their science notebooks throughout the school year. Drawing promotes spatial reasoning, problem-solving skills, and enhances critical thinking abilities, fostering a deeper understanding of the subject matter. Furthermore, drawing enables students to communicate their ideas effectively, encouraging collaboration and innovation amongst my students.

As a new educator teaching in the Los Angeles area, I am still in the process of expanding the resources I can offer to my students. With your generous support, I will be a step closer in helping my students flourish both academically and personally as they grow in their STEM identities.

Ms. Tirado Venice High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

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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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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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Scissors, iBayam 8" Multipurpose Scissors Bulk 3-Pack, Ultra Sharp Blade Shears, Comfort-Grip Handles, Sturdy Sharp Scissors for Office Home School Sewing Fabric Craft Supplies, Right/Left Hand • Amazon Business $9.99 4 $39.96
Crayola Colored Pencil Set, School Supplies, Assorted Colors, 36 Count, Long • Amazon Business $5.97 6 $35.82
EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Count • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Crayola Fine Line Markers Bulk, School Supplies for Kids, 12 Marker Packs with 10 Colors, Multi • Amazon Business $29.97 1 $29.97
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3x3 in, 24 Pads, 2x the Sticking Power,Energy Boost Collection, Bright Colors (Orange, Pink, Blue, Green), Recyclable (654-24SSAU-CP) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
BIC Round Stic Grip Xtra Comfort Assorted Colors Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point (1.2mm), 36-Count Pack, Perfect Writing Pens With Soft Grip for Superb Comfort and Control • Amazon Business $8.89 2 $17.78
Amazon Basics Stapler with 3750 Staples, Office Stapler, 25 Sheet Capacity, Non-Slip, Black, 3 Pack • Amazon Business $16.92 1 $16.92
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks, Washable, 22 Grams, 30 Count • Amazon Business $16.00 1 $16.00
Bostitch Personal Electric Pencil Sharpener, Powerful Stall-Free Motor, High Capacity Shavings Tray, Blue (EPS4-BLUE) • Amazon Business $14.33 1 $14.33
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box of 150, Yellow • Amazon Business $12.76 1 $12.76
BSN32953 - Transparent Tape, 1 Core, 3/4x1000, 12/PK, Clear • Amazon Business $11.15 1 $11.15
Amazon Basics Office Desk Tape Dispenser - 3-Pack • Amazon Business $9.08 1 $9.08

Materials cost

$258.75

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$23.68

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.88

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$316.31

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$55.82

Total project goal

$372.13

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$372.13

3 Donors

-$186.06

Donations toward project cost

-$158.15

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.91

match offer

-$186.07

Match offer toward project cost

-$158.16

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.91

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$0.00

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