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Ms. Alvarez from Bronx, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calm & Learn

Help me give my students a calming and supportive environment during therapy sessions by providing them with fidget toys and essential educational materials.

  • $476 goal

This project expired on May 7, 2025.

This project expired on May 7, 2025.

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

Our students are amazing because they’re creative, determined, and full of potential. They work hard to overcome challenges and learn in their own ways. Their curiosity and excitement inspire us every day. We want to give them the tools they need to succeed and celebrate their progress, no matter how small.

The specific items we are requesting will directly enhance the learning experiences of our students by helping them self-regulate emotions and reduce stress, fostering a calm and focused mindset for learning.

These resources will help us create a supportive and engaging environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed both academically and emotionally. In addition, I am requesting $100 from Teachers Pay Teachers to purchase materials to target language goals. I am also in need of books in Spanish as a resource for my bilingual students. Thank you so much!!!

Ms. Alvarez PS 103 Hector Fontanez Grades PreK-2

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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Bronx, NY View local requests

Nearly all 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

22 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
Feppy: BILINGUAL Bundle #1 - Spanish/English BINGO Board Game & Yellow, the Happy Little Boat Books (2 bilingual hardcovers) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $40.00 1 $40.00
Time Timer MOD, Charcoal - Silicone - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $35.24 1 $35.24
1000+ PCS Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Birthday Gift,Christmas Stocking Stuffers,Christmas Gift,Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Carnival Prizes,Pinata Filler Sensory Toy for Classroom • Amazon Business $29.98 1 $29.98
Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, 3oz, Non Candy Halloween Handout Toys & Party Favors, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $26.84 1 $26.84
Coco Learns Spanish Vol. 2 | Musical Spanish Books for Kids 1-3, Spanish Toys for Babies & Toddlers 1-3, Baby & Toddler Spanish Books, Bilingual Learning Toys for 1 Year Old, Libros Para Bebes Español • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Huijing Montessori Preschool Learning Activities Newest 29 Themes Busy Book - Preschool Workbook Activity Binder Montessori Toys for Toddlers, Autism Learning Materials and Sensory Toys Book for Kids • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Fidget Autism Sensory Toys for Kids: Squishy Toys Sensory Tube Filled Goo, Glitter, Calming Tools for Autistic Toddlers Children Special Needs, Classroom Prizes, Goodie Bags Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $8.09 2 $16.18
English-Spanish First Little Readers: Guided Reading Level A (Parent Pack): 25 Bilingual Books That are Just the Right Level for Beginning Readers • Amazon Business $15.39 1 $15.39
What Letter Do I Start With? Family Board Game • Amazon Business $14.89 1 $14.89
VELCRO Brand Dots with Adhesive White | 200 Pk | 3/4" Circles | Sticky Back Round Hook and Loop Closures for Organizing, Arts and Crafts, School Projects, 91824, 200Pk • Amazon Business $11.74 1 $11.74
Elmer's School Washable Removable Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. White 30/Pack (E556) • Staples $10.63 1 $10.63
Bubble Machine Gun, 132+73 Holes【2 Batteries & ≈35 Oz Solution】 Bazooka Bubble Gun - Summer Toys for Boys Girls Age 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Year Old, Birthday Gift for Kids Party Outdoor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
El Gato ensombrerado ha regresado (The Cat in the Hat Comes Back Spanish Edition) (Beginner Books) • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49

Materials cost

$365.35

Vendor shipping charges

$3.52

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$404.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$71.36

Total project goal

$475.71

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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