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Mr. Pineda from Aurora, CO is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Back to the Basics

Help me give my students the essential supplies necessary to be successful this school year. We are trying to be mindful of using too much technology. We are implementing a no cellphone policy this year.

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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

In light of the recent renovations at our school, which have resulted in my sharing an office with ten other colleagues, the need for a mini fridge and a soundbar in my classroom has become increasingly apparent. The integration of these items would significantly enhance our learning environment and contribute to a more effective educational experience for our students.

The mini fridge would address a critical need for personal food storage.

With the office space now shared among many, it is challenging to keep personal meals and snacks accessible. Having a mini fridge in the classroom would allow me to maintain energy and focus throughout the day, thereby modeling healthy habits for our students.

Moreover, a soundbar for the class computer would greatly improve audio quality during lessons and multimedia presentations. Clear, high-quality sound is essential for engaging students, particularly in a post-pandemic environment where we are emphasizing in-person interactions and minimizing distractions. The soundbar would ensure that all students can hear and engage with the content effectively, creating a more inclusive and interactive learning experience.

As we implement a no-cell-phone policy to foster a healthier balance of technology in the classroom, these additions will support our goal of reducing digital distractions and encouraging more focused, meaningful learning. By improving the audio-visual components of our classroom and ensuring that personal needs are met with the mini fridge, we can better support students' engagement and well-being.

In summary, a mini fridge and a soundbar are not just conveniences but necessary tools to adapt to our current circumstances and enhance our educational practices in this new era. They will facilitate a more organized, engaged, and distraction-free learning environment, aligning perfectly with our commitment to post-pandemic educational improvement.

Mr. Pineda Overland High School Grades 9-12

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.

More about Mr. Pineda

Aurora, CO 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Igloo RCA RFR321-FR320/8 IGLOO Mini Refrigerator, 3.2 Cu Ft Fridge, Lime • Amazon Business $199.99 1 $199.99
Samsung - HW-C400/ZA 2.0 Channel C-Series Soundbar with Built-in Woofer - Black • Best Buy Education $99.99 1 $99.99
Emraw Composition Notebooks Bulk, Wide Ruled Writing Journals in Bulk, Marble Style Hard Cover Composition Book with Lined Paper, Bulk Student Notebooks for School Supplies, 100 Sheets, Pack of 48 • Amazon Business $89.54 1 $89.54
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 in x 30 in, White, 30 Sheets/Pad, 2 Pad/Pack, Large White Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper, Super Sticking Power (559) • Amazon Business $47.78 1 $47.78
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.14 5 $10.70
Sharpie Chisel Tip Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 8 • Blick Art Materials $9.10 1 $9.10

Materials cost

$457.10

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$503.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$88.93

Total project goal

$592.84

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $592.84

1 Donor

-$265.22

Donations toward project cost

-$251.96

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.26

match offer

-$296.41

Match offer toward project cost

-$251.95

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$44.46

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$31.20

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 $0.00

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