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Mrs. Ascencio-Torres from Las Vegas, NV is requesting professional development through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Professional development

Enhancing Dyslexia Education: Books for Professional Development

I need books to help me be a more effective dyslexia services provider.

  • $163 goal

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Mrs. Ascencio-Torres has another project! Donate to Equity in Every Detail: Supplying a Successful ELA Classroom to help her classroom.

$416 - complete this project and be a hero

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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

As the only high school dyslexia teacher in our school, I am dedicated to providing the best support possible for my students. To deepen my understanding of dyslexia and improve my teaching strategies, I am seeking funding for essential books on the subject. With your generous support, I can continue to grow as an educator and better meet the needs of my dyslexic students.

Dyslexia presents unique challenges for students, requiring specialized instruction and support.

As the sole dyslexia teacher in our high school, I must stay updated on the latest research, strategies, and interventions to effectively address the needs of my students. I am seeking funding to acquire a selection of books that cover various aspects of dyslexia education. These resources will not only enhance my knowledge but also empower me to implement evidence-based practices that can positively impact the academic success and self-esteem of my dyslexic students.

Mrs. Ascencio-Torres 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

30 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Orton Gillingham Educators' Guide • Amazon Business $59.24 1 $59.24
Beneath the Surface of Words: What English Spelling Reveals and Why It Matters • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Teach Reading with Orton-Gillingham: 72 Classroom-Ready Lessons to Help Struggling Readers and Students with Dyslexia Learn to Love Reading (Books for Teachers) • Amazon Business $16.40 1 $16.40
Orton Gillingham Notebook: Red Word, Spelling and Dictation Practice • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99

Materials cost

$106.62

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$138.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.39

Total project goal

$162.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$162.61

1 Donor

-$81.29

Donations toward project cost

-$69.10

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.19

match offer

-$81.32

Match offer toward project cost

-$69.12

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.20

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$0.00

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