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Mrs. Laura Loa from Donna TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Equip to Excel: Classroom Essentials Drive

Help me give my students a pencil sharpener, laminating sheets, Teachers Pay Teachers resources, and erasable pens that will help them thrive while ensuring they have essential tools for learning

  • 2 donors
  • $368 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! 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

Our students are the heart of our community, brimming with potential and eager to learn. What sets them apart is their resilience, curiosity, and determination to succeed. The resources we're seeking play a vital role in supporting their educational journey:

Beyond sharpening pencils, a sharpener represents the beginning of creativity and expression.

With sharp pencils, students can confidently put their thoughts to paper, fostering a sense of pride in their work. In addition, preserving educational materials is crucial for continuous learning. Laminating sheets protect posters, worksheets, and visual aids, ensuring they remain durable and accessible for years to come.

A Teachers Pay Teachers gift card enables me to unlock students' potential. The gift card will provide access to diverse educational resources, enabling me to create engaging lessons tailored to individual student needs.

Lastly, the erasable pens will encourage students to explore without fear, knowing they can easily correct errors and learn from them.

Our goal is to equip students with the tools they need to thrive academically and creatively. With your support, we can create a nurturing environment where every student feels empowered to reach their full potential. Thank you for investing in our students' futures!

Mrs. Laura Loa
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
Pilot, FriXion Clicker Erasable Gel Pens, Bold Point 1 mm, Tub of 36, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $59.95 1 $59.95
X-Acto School Pro Electric Pencil Sharpener - Black • Blick Art Materials $49.43 1 $49.43
2Fold Supply Pencil Dispenser for Classroom - Stainless Steel Bulk Pencil Holder for Desk - Includes Removable Label Stickers - Teacher Must Haves for Organization - Holds up to 200 Pencils (Black) • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches Letter Size 3 Mil 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Staples $26.59 1 $26.59
BicycleStore 360° Rotating Pencil Holder, Multi-functional Pencil Caddy for Pen Colored Pencil Crayon Marker Arts and Crafts, Rotating Desk Organizer for Home Office Classroom School, Ivory • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$277.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$312.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$55.08

Total project goal

$367.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $367.20

1 Donor

-$156.06

Donations toward project cost

-$156.06

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$183.60

Match offer toward project cost

-$156.06

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.54

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$27.54

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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