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Ms. Lopa from Santa Clara, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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It takes a village to raise a child.

Help me give my students with an enriched educational environment that promotes increased engagement and creativity.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Lopa's classroom raised $1,080

This project is fully funded

My Project

In our Special Education - Emotionally Disturbed classroom, each student possesses unique qualities that make them special. Understanding and embracing their individuality is crucial to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

The specific classroom materials we are requesting play a pivotal role in enhancing their learning experiences.

These materials, ranging from sensory tools to adaptive technology, cater to diverse learning styles and provide personalized support. By incorporating these resources, we aim to make learning more accessible and tailored to the individual needs of each student, fostering engagement and creativity.

The overarching goal of this project is to create a space where students not only feel understood and supported but also where they can thrive academically, becoming more engaged in their studies and unlocking their creative potential. Through the implementation of these tools, we aspire to cultivate an atmosphere that nurtures both academic growth and emotional well-being, empowering our students for success in their educational journey.

Ms. Lopa Cabrillo 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.

Santa Clara, CA View local requests 8 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
JAXX Bean Bag Lounger, 46 x 34 x 26 Inches, Cherry - Durable • School Specialty $173.96 1 $173.96
LEGO Creator 3in1 Ferris Wheel 31119 Building Kit with Rebuildable Toy Bumper Cars, Boat Swing and 5 Minifigures; New 2021 (1,002 Pieces) • Amazon Business $122.99 1 $122.99
Patterns at Play Rug - Rectangle - 3' W x 4 ' 6" L • Teachers' School Supply $50.96 2 $101.92
KEVA Mindware Structures Wooden Planks Building Set, 200 Pine Planks - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $62.32 1 $62.32
Leelosp 48 Pack Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder Mesh Zipper Pencil Case Assorted Colors Pencil Bag Binder Pouches Pen Zipper Pouch for School Office Writing Utensils Storage Supplies, 6 Colors • Amazon Business $48.99 1 $48.99
Drdocvl Plant Kit for Kids,Grow House with Irrigation System,Growing Room Garden Tools, Gardening Kit Gifts for Preschool Boys Girls • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Plant Growing Kit with Drip Irrigation System and Solar LED Grow Light, Greenhouse Grow Room Garden Set for Kids, Educational Science Grow House Planting Kit, Perfect Gardening Gift (Space) • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99
Bonsai Tree Kit, Grow Your Own: Premium 4 Bonsai Trees Starter Kit | Unique Japanese Gifts for Moms Who Have Everything, Women, Men | Gardening Plant Gift for Beginners & Gardeners, Crafts for Adults • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Japanese Tabletop Meditation Zen Garden Gift - Tabletop Rock Sand Meditating Garden Bridge Bamboo Rakes Bonsai Tree Plant Pagoda Accessories Tools Kits Office Home Desktop Relaxation Sandbox Decor • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Dixon Ticonderoga #2 Pencil 24 Count • Kaplan Early Learning Company $8.96 3 $26.88
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches Letter Size 3 Mil 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Staples $26.59 1 $26.59
Indoor Herb Garden Starter Kit - Christmas Gift for Gardeners - Complete 5 Herb Plant Grow Kit - Unique Gift for Mom, Women, Her, Men • Amazon Business $23.74 1 $23.74
Garden Mesh Netting Kit, Plant Covers 10x30ft Ultra Fine Mesh Netting with 6 Sets Garden Hoops &12 Clips, Bird Netting Protection for Fruit Vegetable Flowers Animals Greenhouse Cover • Amazon Business $23.19 1 $23.19
Pentel Arts Color Pencils Assorted Colors 24 Pack (CB8-24) • Staples $4.14 3 $12.42

Materials cost

$770.96

Vendor shipping charges

$34.84

Sales tax

$70.54

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$917.90

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$161.98

Total project goal

$1,079.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,079.88

3 Donors

-$567.43

Donations toward project cost

-$482.32

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$85.11

match offer

-$512.45

Match offer toward project cost

-$435.58

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$76.87

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