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Mr. Silva from Las Vegas, NV is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empathy Architects: Crafting Connections, One Feeling at a Time

Help me give my students by providing essential materials for our high school SEL program that create a nurturing environment where students develop critical life skills, fostering their academic success and future resilience.

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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

Your support in providing essential materials like snacks, rewards, utensils, posters, and games for our high school Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program can make a world of difference in our students' lives.

These seemingly simple items are crucial tools that create an engaging and supportive environment where students can develop critical life skills.

Snacks and rewards offer positive reinforcement, encouraging participation and growth, while posters and games make learning interactive and memorable. In the broader scope of their high school experience, these materials help foster resilience, empathy, and effective communication—skills that are vital not only for academic success but for thriving in relationships and future careers. Your contribution empowers our students to become well-rounded individuals, better equipped to face challenges with confidence and compassion.

Mr. Silva Mater Academy East 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.

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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

148 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Hammond And Stephens Hammond & Stephens Undated Weekly Student Planner, 8 x 10 Inches, 96 Pages • School Specialty $5.09 30 $152.70
HERSHEY'S KISSES Milk Chocolate Pieces, 56 oz., 330/Bag (HEC12295) • Quill.com $35.99 2 $71.98
Ticanros Grass Wall Panel 12 Pack 20"x20" Artificial Boxwood Hedge Plant Wall, Greenery Walls, Artificial Grass Backdrop, Privacy Hedge Screen Faux Boxwood for Outdoor,Indoor,Garden,Fence,Backyard • Amazon Business $70.99 1 $70.99
YEHUA! Totika Therapy Game Five Card Set with 48 Colored Stackable Blocks - Self Esteem, Junior, Teen/Adult, Life Skills and Icebreaker - A Game of Fun, Skill and Communication • Amazon Business $54.00 1 $54.00
Kellogg's Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Kids Snacks, Mega Pack, Variety Pack, 30.1oz Box (30 Packs) • Amazon Business $12.86 4 $51.44
2Fold Supply Pencil Dispenser for Classroom - Stainless Steel Bulk Pencil Holder for Desk - Includes Removable Label Stickers - Teacher Must Haves for Organization - Holds up to 200 Pencils (Black) • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
150 Pack Pencil Erasers Animal Erasers for Kids Puzzle Erasers 3D Mini Erasers Food Vegetable Sport Fruit Take Apart Eraser Classroom Rewards Game Prizes Treasure Box Party Favors for Kid Gifts • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
BIC Mechanical Pencils Xtra Comfort - With Erasers Fine Point 0.5mm -80 Count Pack Assorted Colors Bulk for School or Office Supplies (AST-2) • Amazon Business $25.56 1 $25.56
Coco Remember Me Loteria Game - Custom Artwork from Disney Pixar Film, Inspired by Mexican Culture • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Frito Lay Sabritas Variety Pack, (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $23.79 1 $23.79
Frito Lay Fiery Mix Variety Pack, Hot & Spicy Snacks Single Serve Bags, (Pack of 40), Flamin' Hot Cheetos, Doritos, Chester's Hot Fries • Amazon Business $23.79 1 $23.79
Frito Lay Flamin' Hot Mix, Variety Pack (Pack of 40), Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $22.43 1 $22.43
The Anxiety Thumball: The Fun Group Activity for Learning to Cope with Anxiety and Worry • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit, 0.9 oz., 40/Box • Quill.com $19.59 1 $19.59
Thumball Ice Breaker Game For Teacher Ice Breakers For Teens Ice Breakers For College Students Icebreaker Games For Work • Amazon Business $19.49 1 $19.49
Miseyo Pre-Ink Teacher Stamp Set - 4 Color Mood Expressions • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
LARKINROAD 4 Spanish Classroom Decorations Poster Set (11 x 14in Unframed) Spanish Learning For Kids Wall Art Spanish Mental Health Posters Motivational Wall Decor Spanish Calm Corner • Amazon Business $16.14 1 $16.14
Hasbro Gaming Jenga Classic Game with Genuine Hardwood Blocks,Stacking Tower Game for 1 or More Players,Kids Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $15.97 1 $15.97
Emotions Feelings Wheel Chart Poster Mental Health Tapestry Counselor Therapy Office Decor Cotton Linen Wall Hanging Scroll Poster Wall Art Home Decor Kids Behavior Chart Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $15.96 1 $15.96
306pcs Funny Meme Vinyl Stickers Pack, Large Bulk Sticker for Laptop, Phone, Water Bottles, Computer... Vine Sticker Decal DIY Décor for Bumper Wall • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Hanaive 12 Pcs Learning Conversation Cubes Social Emotional Learning Activities Family Dice Game Speech Therapy For Kids Teacher Family Classroom (Foam) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Leinuosen 30 Pieces Scented Pencils Fun Pencil with 12 Eraser Cartoon Pencil Toppers Fruit Pencil Toppers with Pencil Toppers Lovely Wood Pencil with Fruit Element Graphite Pencil(Unicorn) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Leinuosen 30 Pieces Scented Pencils Fun Pencil with 12 Eraser Cartoon Pencil Toppers Fruit Pencil Toppers with Pencil Toppers Lovely Wood Pencil with Fruit Element Graphite Pencil(Dinosaur) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Mattel Uno Original and Uno Flip Card Games, Combo Pack of 2 • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Leinuosen 30 Pieces Scented Pencils Fun Pencil with 12 Eraser Cartoon Pencil Toppers Fruit Pencil Toppers with Pencil Toppers Lovely Wood Pencil with Fruit Element Graphite Pencil(Animal) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Estune 10 Pcs Growth Mindset Motivational Posters for Classroom Decorations Boho Plant Classroom Posters with Positive Quotes Inspirational Posters for Middle and High School Bulletin Board Wall Decor • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49

Materials cost

$784.21

Vendor shipping charges

 $15.27

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.76

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$841.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$148.45

Total project goal

$989.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $989.69

1 Donor

-$989.69

Donations toward project cost

-$841.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$148.45

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