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Ms. Soffer from Los Angeles, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Petri Dishes for Hands-on Science

Help me give my students materials for science projects so we can grow bacteria!

  • $192 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

I am requesting some essential items for our classroom that will significantly enhance the learning experience for my exceptional students. Petri dishes with agar will enable engaging hands-on experiments, fostering a deeper understanding of biology. Student computer chargers are crucial for uninterrupted research and collaboration, while trash bags contribute to maintaining a clean and organized environment. Expo markers facilitate interactive teaching, encouraging active participation.

My goal is to create an environment where students can explore, collaborate, and thrive academically.

These bright and motivated students deserve the best resources, and your support will undoubtedly contribute to their unique educational journey.

Ms. Soffer Thomas Starr King Middle School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

120 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
60 Pcs Prepoured Agar Plates Kit Include Petri Dishes with Agar Cotton Swabs Droppers Science Kits Educational Stem Science Fair Project for Kids Aged 6 7 8 9 10 Boys Girls Gifts Learning Microbiology • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Glad OdorShield 13 Gallon Kitchen Trash Bag, 8.81" x 9.13", Low Density, 0.72 mil, Fresh Clean, White, 80 Bags/Box (78899) • Quill.com $20.99 1 $20.99
New Chromebook Charger 65W 45W USB Type C Laptop Charger for HP Chromebook 14 X360 14-ca061dx 14-ca052wm 14-ca051wm 14-ca020nr 14-ca043cl 11-ae051wm 14-CA000 HP Spectre X360 X2 Power Cord Replacement • Amazon Business $9.89 2 $19.78
Amazon Basics Blue Recycling Trash Bags, Unscented, 13 Gallon, 60 count • Amazon Business $9.30 2 $18.60
Puffs Plus Lotion Facial Tissues, 8 Family Boxes, 124 Facial Tissues per Box • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49
Expo Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Black 12/Pack (80001) • Staples $11.81 1 $11.81

Materials cost

$119.66

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $10.95

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.79

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$162.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.66

Total project goal

$191.06

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $191.06

1 Donor

-$143.60

Donations toward project cost

-$143.60

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$22.12

Match offer toward project cost

-$18.80

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.32

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$25.34

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 $0.00

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