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Mrs. Assefa from Los Angeles, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Motivate, Organize, Create: Essentials for a Thriving Classroom

Help me give my students the tools to create, stay organized, and keep our classroom clean!

$518 goal

This project expired on December 19, 2025.

Mrs. Assefa Palms Middle School

Los Angeles, CA Grades 6-8

My Project

My 6th grade math and science students are curious, creative, and eager to learn. They love hands-on projects and exploring new ideas, which makes every day exciting in our classroom.

These resources will make a big difference in their learning.

Sharpies, stickers, and color printer ink, including the toner, will help them create vibrant, professional-looking projects. A laminator, paper cutter, and stapler will make materials durable, and pencil containers keep supplies organized.

Brooms and dustpans help maintain a clean, safe workspace. With these tools, my students can stay organized, proud of their work, and fully focused on learning.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

50 students impacted

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Los Angeles, CA
Grades 6-8
Mathematics
Science
Traditional School
Instructional Technology
More than half of students from low‑income households

Mrs. Assefa Palms Middle School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Los Angeles, CA View local requests

More than half 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

50 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

TN-227BK/C/M/Y High Yield 4-Pack Compatible for Brother TN227 TN-227 Toner for Brother MFC-L3770CDW HL-L3290CDW HL-L3270CDW HL-L3230CDW HL-L3210CW MFC-L3750CDW HL-L3210CW MFC-L3710CW Printer Ink • Amazon Business $157.99 1 $157.99

Scotch Thermal Laminator, Extra Wide 13 Inch Input, Ideal for Teachers, Small Offices, or Home (TL1302Z) • Amazon Business $52.06 1 $52.06

Broom and Dustpan Set with 54" Long Handle, Windproof Stand Up Dustpan with Broom Combo for Home Kitchen Room Office Lobby Floor Use… (Gray&Yellow-Upgrade Style2) • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98

Leelosp 24 Pcs Pen Holder Mesh Pen Cup Bulk Metal Pencil Cup Holder for Desk Black Organizer Round Office Classroom for Back to School Students Kids Adult • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99

Amazon Basics Paper Trimmer Cutter for Office and Crafts, Heavy-Duty, Portable Paper Slicer, 15-Inch, 10-Sheet Cardstock • Amazon Business $23.03 1 $23.03

Sharpie Chisel Tip Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 8 • Blick Art Materials $9.08 2 $18.16

Sharpie Tank Permanent Marker, Chisel Tip, Black, 12/Pack (38201) • Quill.com $8.69 2 $17.38

Swingline Desktop Stapler 20-Sheet Capacity Black (40501) • Staples $6.66 2 $13.32

Giliger 2000pcs Teacher Motivational Stickers for Kids & Students - 4 Roll Motivational Stickers in 30 Styles • Amazon Business $11.35 1 $11.35

Decorably 1,440 Animal Reward Stickers for Kids Classroom - 60 Sticker Sheets Good Job Stickers for Kids Classroom, Positive Reinforcement, Arts & Crafts, Scrapbooking, Gift • Amazon Business $6.85 1 $6.85

Materials cost			$361.11
Vendor shipping charges			$9.95
Sales tax			$33.04
3rd party payment processing fee			$5.42
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$439.52
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$77.56
Total project goal			$517.08

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Motivate, Organize, Create: Essentials for a Thriving Classroom

This project expired on December 19, 2025.

This project expired on December 19, 2025.

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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