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Ms. Gloria Irizarry from New Haven, CT is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cultural Kaleidoscope: Exploring the Spanish-Speaking World Through Language and Science

Help me give my students art materials like crayons and glue to create projects and celebrate their cultures, science kits to spark scientific inquiry using safety goggles, and bilingual books that reflect their heritage.

  • 3 donors
  • $945 still needed

expires Nov 23

  • 3 donors
  • $945 still needed
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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

This project aims to create a dynamic, multicultural learning environment that celebrates the diverse Spanish-speaking backgrounds of our students while enhancing their bilingual skills and scientific curiosity through interactive and engaging resources.

Our classroom is a vibrant community of students from various Spanish-speaking countries, each bringing unique cultural perspectives and experiences.

As a 4th grade bilingual class, our students are developing proficiency in both English and Spanish, enriching their academic journey and personal growth.

My objective is to enhance our bilingual classroom with resources that promote cultural awareness, language skills, interactive learning, and scientific exploration, focusing on the rich heritage of Spanish-speaking countries.

These resources will provide our students with:

- Enhanced language skills through engaging and interactive tools.

- A deeper understanding and appreciation of the diverse cultures within the Spanish-speaking world.

- An enriched learning environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

- Opportunities to express themselves creatively through cultural projects.

- Increased interest and knowledge in science through hands-on experiments and bilingual learning materials.

Ms. Gloria Irizarry
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Safety Goggles Small and Large Assorted Colors Value Pack of 20 • Carolina Biological Supply Company $77.00 2 $154.00
VEVOR Lab Utility Cart, 220 lbs Weight Capacity Rolling Lab Cart, 3 Shelves Mobile Clinic Cart, Sturdy Stainless Steel Frame Lab Trolley, 360° Silent Rolling Wheels w/Foot Brake, for Lab Clinic Salon • Amazon Business $97.27 1 $97.27
Scotch Dry Erase Thermal Laminating Pouches, 50-Pack, Works with Dry Erase Markers, Reuseable Worksheets, Calendars, Checklists, 8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Letter Size, Clear Professional Finish (TP3854-50DE) • Amazon Business $17.37 4 $69.48
Graduated Plastic Beaker Set • Nasco $11.86 5 $59.30
MicroPro@trade; Elementary Microscope Kit • Nasco $50.96 1 $50.96
CloroxPro Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Fresh Scent 700 Wipes/Container (31547) • Staples $46.05 1 $46.05
X-ACTO Crayon Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, Electric Sharpener with SafeStart Automatic Motor, Great for Home or Schools • Amazon Business $45.50 1 $45.50
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 500 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $40.99 1 $40.99
Double Sided Dry Erase Boards, Ohuhu 30-Pack 9 x 12 Inch Whiteboards Set, Including 30 x Lap Board, 30 x Black Markers, 30 x White Boards Eraser for Students, Classroom, Back to School Supplies • Amazon Business $39.49 1 $39.49
Learning Resources - Graduated Cylinders 10/25/50/100/250/500/1000 Mls • Teachers' School Supply $36.99 1 $36.99
Stainless Steel Pencil Dispenser Metal Straw Dispenser for Pencils Reusable Pencil Dispenser with 50 Pencils 3 Stickers 1 Metal Pen Holder 1 for Bulk Pencils Storage Classroom Home Office Restaurant • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $21.43 1 $21.43
EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Count • Amazon Business $20.36 1 $20.36
OleFun 30 Pack Dry Erase Pockets, 10 X 14 in Reusable Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves in 10 Colors, Plastic Clear Sheet Protectors, School Teacher Supplies, Organization for Classroom Storage • Amazon Business $19.49 1 $19.49
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Picture Book Edition (hardcover) • MahoganyBooks $16.19 1 $16.19
Round Is a Tortilla: A Book of Shapes (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $11.00 1 $11.00
Como Yo / Like Me SPANISH Edition (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $10.00 1 $10.00
Esperanza renace Spanish Edition (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $10.00 1 $10.00
27 Pieces Science Bulletin Board Set Laminated Scientist Posters Classroom Decoration Banner Classroom Wall Decoration for Teachers Science Lab Cutouts School Bulletin Board Office Party Supplies • Amazon Business $8.79 1 $8.79

Materials cost

$790.28

Vendor shipping charges

$13.07

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$845.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.15

Total project goal

$994.35

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$994.35

1 Donor

-$50.00

Donations toward project cost

-$42.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

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$944.35

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