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Ms. Hernandez from San Fernando, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Hernandez's classroom raised $353

Clean and Organized Class

Help me give my students items that will keep the classroom organized and clean to ensure their safety and well being.

This project expired on May 4, 2022.

Ms. Hernandez San Fernando Middle School
San Fernando, CA Grades 6-8

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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 Students

I'm the teacher of the intellectually disabled moderate (IDM) program at my middle school. I work at a low-income school, with very few resources, and most of the families I work with are at or below the poverty level. I don't want to let lack of resources stand in the way of my students’ education. I want to be able to provide them with the best learning experience possible and opportunities that will help them progress.

Unfortunately, it is difficult to accomplish my goals when resources are limited and the demand is high.

I have 6th through 8th graders, and all my students are at different ability levels. I have nonverbal students who need different resources from my students who are struggling readers. I created a classroom environment that runs by centers, and centers lack the resources for the students’ levels. I want to create centers that will enrich all of my students’ learning.

Besides teaching intellectually disabled students, I am the Leadership teacher. I am very involved with the school and try to promote a positive, inclusive school culture. Our student population needs motivation and guidance, and I hope I can create that environment through Leadership events and activities.

My Project

This year, I have my special education class and leadership. I am trying to keep the space organized as much as possible, but it is quite hard when space is limited due to trying to keep students and their desks separated at a Covid-safe physical distance. I now also have to provide my students with outlets in order to keep their computers charged.

I hope this project will be able to alleviate a lot of problems I encounter every day in the classroom.

The rolling carts will be used for students to store their items. Each row will get a cart, and they can roll the cart down the rows of students to access their materials. The diffuser and oil will be used in hopes of eliminating the huge mosquito problem we currently have in our school, which will eliminate lots of scratching that happens in the class. The cleaner will be to help the class stay clean. I am hoping these helpful items will make it to our class with your support.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

48 students impacted 2 donors
Ms. Hernandez San Fernando Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

San Fernando, 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

48 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Simple Houseware 3-Tier Kitchen Cart Multifunctional Rolling Utility Cart with 2 dividers and Hanging Bucket, White • Amazon Business $33.97 2 $67.94
Woods 2801 Extension Reel with Four 3-Prong Power Outlets, Heavy Duty Retractable Cord, User Friendly, Made of Flame Resistant Materials, 10 AMP Circuit Breaker, 25 Foot, Yellow, Orange • Amazon Business $34.75 1 $34.75
Staple Gun for Wood Heavy Duty - TREK TOOLBOX 3 Functions in 1 Upholstery Staple Gun - Fabric Paper Wall & Wire Stapler - Staple Gun for Crafts - Works with Arrow T50 & JT21 Staples • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Earnest Living Essential Oil Diffuser White Ceramic Diffuser 100 ml Timers Night Lights and Auto Off Function Home Office Humidifier Aromatherapy Diffusers for Essential Oils • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Handcraft Sweet Orange Essential Oil - 100% Pure and Natural - Premium Therapeutic Grade with Premium Glass Dropper - Huge 4 fl. Oz • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Citrus Magic, Fresh Citrus, Purpose Cleaner, 22-Fluid Ounce, Pack of 3, fl oz, 3 Count • Amazon Business $15.76 1 $15.76
Handcraft Lemon Essential Oil - 100% Pure and Natural - Premium Therapeutic Grade with Premium Glass Dropper - Huge 4 fl. Oz • Amazon Business $13.95 1 $13.95
BOSTITCH Staples, Heavy Duty, Construction Grade, 3/8 x 2/5-Inch, 5000-Pack (BTA706-5C) • Amazon Business $10.48 1 $10.48
Essential Oils by PURE AROMA 100% Pure Therapeutic Grade Oils kit- Top 6 Aromatherapy Oils Gift Set-6 Pack, 10ML(Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon Grass, Orange, Peppermint, Tea Tree) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
JINSHUNFA Wall Hooks 13lb(Max) Transparent Reusable Seamless Hooks,Waterproof and Oilproof,Bathroom Kitchen Heavy Duty Self Adhesive Hooks,8 Pack • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98

Materials cost

$243.81

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$22.31

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$299.78

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$52.90

Total project goal

$352.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$352.68

1 Donor

-$117.56

Donations toward project cost

-$99.93

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.63

match offer

-$235.12

Match offer toward project cost

-$199.85

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.27

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$0.00

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