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Ms. Romanak from Los Angeles, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Smart Start

Help me give my students basic classroom supplies to start the school year.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Romanak's classroom raised $226

This project is fully funded

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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

I'm transferring to a new school and want to ensure I have the basic art supplies on Day 1 for the students. I have several get-to-know-you activities that involve poster making, and during the school year, I use art projects to further classroom learning. I'm ordering Pop-It fidget toys to help students who need extra support in focusing on their learning.

Students often need pencils to start the day off on a positive note, rather than having to look for supplies.

I want to be seen as the new teacher who helps students feel supported and cared for from the start of the year, establishing a caring adult presence in their lives. An electric kettle is helpful when making water for students' Ramen, which they often bring to school.

Ms. Romanak Fairfax High School Grades 9-12

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.

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More than three‑quarters 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 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
MegaWise Electric Kettle, 1.8L Borosilicate Glass Tea Kettle with LED Light, Auto Shut-Off and Boil-Dry Protection Cordless Kettle Fast Boiling • Amazon Business $27.98 1 $27.98
Crayola Colored Pencils, Assorted Colors, Set of 12 • School Specialty $2.69 10 $26.90
LACCHOUFEE 320 Pack #2 Pencils Bulk Pre-sharpened Pencils with Eraser top, 2 HB Pencils for Writhing Drawing, Yellow Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk for Office, School, Teacher and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.49 10 $24.90
5 Pack Dinosaur Pop-It Fidget Toys - Glow in Dark Supplies - Rainbow Colored Dino Party Favors - Sensory Toys Help Relieve Stress for Autistic Kids - Perfect Popits for Kids • Amazon Business $14.65 1 $14.65
Scotch Magic Tape with Dispenser, Invisible, 3/4 in x 650 in, 6 Tape Rolls, Clear, Home Office and Back to School Supplies • Quill.com $12.97 1 $12.97
Elmer's School Washable Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., Purple, 30/Pack (2159542) • Quill.com $10.57 1 $10.57

Materials cost

$143.96

Vendor shipping charges

$2.69

Sales tax

$13.17

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.16

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$191.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$33.88

Total project goal

$225.86

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$225.86

2 Donors

-$208.58

Donations toward project cost

-$191.98

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$16.60

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.28

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$0.00

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