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Ms. Otano from Hialeah, FL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Down to Basics

Help me give my students much needed basic supplies to begin the school year.

  • $489 goal

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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 Students

This year I am proud to be the team leader at my school. This means the world to me as this was my elementary school. As their coach/leader, I can experience so many of the different learning environments.

Seeing so many of my students every morning with the eagerness to learn has shown me that this has been the best professional decision I have made in my career.

I know that this year will be one for the record books not only for all the students and teachers but for me as well because we will work together as a village to make magic once again this year.

Our school is located in a low-economic neighborhood where about 90% of the students receive free or reduced-price lunch. Many come from broken homes that have been separated because of their dream to come to the United States or because of natural disasters. Some of the students in my school suffer from Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD), are ESL students (English as a Second Language), and/or have other types of special needs. Regardless of their challenges, though, the majority of the students are very determined and eager to succeed.

My Project

My project goal will provide my students with the basic school supplies they need in order to thrive academically and address their specific special needs. My students come to school daily ready and eager to learn, however many of them lack the basic school supplies needed in order to accomplish their objectives. I wish to provide my students with basic supplies such as pencils, folders, notebooks, dry erase board erasers, paper and materials that can be used individually in centers.

Basic classroom supplies are essential in a classroom in order to promote a successful academic environment.

Many of my students lack basic school supplies that are essential to complete daily class assignments, improve studying skills, produce classroom projects, and enrich their minds academically. Having the right supplies is essential. When it comes to your classroom, the smallest details make the biggest difference. By having basic classroom supplies, students will be able to excel academically, address their specific special needs and will increase their studying skills. The requested materials will allow all students to be actively engaged in their learning as they focus on the task at hand.

Ms. Otano South Hialeah Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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Hialeah, FL View local requests

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

700 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
5 Pack Of Mead MEA09956 Primary Journal K-2nd Grade $19.70 5 $98.50
Mead Composition Book, Primary, Grades K-2, 100 Wide-Ruled Sheets, 9.75 x 7.5 Inch Page Size, 12 Pack $44.67 2 $89.34
IRIS USA TB-17 19 Quart Stack & Pull Box, Multi-Purpose Storage Bin, 6 Pack, Pearl $39.99 1 $39.99
Dry Erase Pockets 35pc [10” x 13”] +Free PENS +Bonus 900 Downloadable Worksheets! Write and Wipe Reusable Plastic Sheet Protectors for Classroom Organization & Teaching Supplies by Teachers Toolbox $35.49 1 $35.49
Hamilco White Cardstock Scrapbook Paper 12x12 Heavy Weight 100 lb Cover Card Stock – 25 Pack $11.99 2 $23.98
Neenah Cardstock, 8.5" x 11", 90 lb/163 gsm, White, 94 Brightness, 300 Sheets (91437) $11.98 2 $23.96
Smead Two-Pocket Heavyweight File Folder, Letter Size, Assorted Colors, 50 per Carton (87863) $18.40 1 $18.40
Dry Erase Erasers, 40 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers Chalkboard Cleaner Wiper for Classroom Home Office, 4 Assorted Colors(Blue, Red, Green, Yellow) by EAONE $13.49 1 $13.49
Scotch Tough Grip Shipping Packaging Tape, 6 Rolls with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22.2 Yards, 1.5" Core, Great for Packing, Shipping & Moving, Clear (150-6) $13.03 1 $13.03
AmazonBasics Pre-sharpened Wood Cased #2 HB Pencils, 150 Pack $12.49 1 $12.49
Learning Resources Sight Word Swat a Sight Word Game, Homeschool, Visual, Tactile and Auditory Learning, 114 Pieces, Ages 5+ $10.69 1 $10.69

Materials cost

$379.36

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$415.05

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.24

Total project goal

$488.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $488.29

2 Donors

-$241.94

Donations toward project cost

-$209.40

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.54

match offer

-$241.94

Match offer toward project cost

-$205.65

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.29

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

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 $0.00

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