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Mrs. M. Chouza from Miami, FL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Enhancing Project-Based Instruction for My ESOL Students

Help me give my students basic supplies that they will be able to utilize during the school year for class projects and presentations.

  • $380 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 Project

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) in a diverse, low-income classroom is both a challenge and a joy. My students are vibrant, driven, and full of potential. They come from a variety of minority backgrounds and bring a rich tapestry of experiences to our classroom. I am continually inspired by their eagerness to learn and their ability to tackle new concepts with determination.

Our lessons often revolve around project-based instruction, which allows students to engage deeply with the material through hands-on, meaningful activities.

To further enhance these experiences, I am seeking support for essential art supplies and organizational tools. These resources will play a crucial role in helping students express their creativity, stay organized, and effectively showcase their work.

How the Specific Items Will Make a Difference

Acrylic Paint and Paint Brushes: These will provide students with the tools they need to bring their project-based work to life. Whether they’re illustrating their understanding of a new English concept or creating art that reflects their cultural heritage, acrylic paint and quality brushes will allow them to create vibrant and expressive pieces.

Cardstock: Durable cardstock is perfect for a variety of projects, from creating posters and presentations to crafting detailed visual aids. This material will support students in producing high-quality work that can be displayed in the classroom or taken home to share with their families.

Storage Bins for Art Supplies: Organization is key to an effective learning environment. These bins will help keep our art supplies sorted and accessible, reducing clutter and allowing students to focus more on their creative projects.

Laminating Machine: By laminating their artwork and project materials, we can preserve their work and ensure it lasts. This will not only help in displaying their projects proudly but also provide reusable learning materials for interactive activities.

Mrs. M. Chouza Miami Senior High School 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.

More about Mrs. M. Chouza

Miami, FL View local requests

More than half 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Scotch Brand Scotch TL906 Thermal Laminator, Never Jam Technology Automatically Prevents Misfed Items, 2 Roller System , 9 inch (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $66.06 1 $66.06
MaxGear Acrylic Wall File Organizer 4 Pockets, Clear Wall Mounted File Holder, Plastic Hanging Paper Organizer, Wall Bins for office, School and home, 13x4x7 inches • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Apple Barrel, Vibrant Spectrum Collection Acrylic Craft Paint, PROMOABIII, 2 fl oz each, 16 assorted matte colors, 16 count • Amazon Business $24.69 1 $24.69
160 Sheets Cardstock Thick Paper 8.3 x 11.6 Inches 250gsm Heavyweight Card Stock Printer Paper 10 Assorted Colored Card Paper for DIY Art Scrapbook Paper Crafting School Office Supplies • Amazon Business $21.79 1 $21.79
NAWOD 35 Premium Acrylic Paint Marker Pens, Double Pack of Both Extra Fine and Medium Tip, for Rock Painting, Mug, Ceramic, Glass, Wood, Fabric, Canvas, Metal, Pumpkin, DIY Crafts Making Art Supplies • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
Paint Brushes Set, 20 Pcs Paint Brushes for Acrylic Painting, Oil Watercolor Acrylic Paint Brush, Artist Paintbrushes for Body Face Rock Canvas, Kids Adult Drawing Arts Crafts Supplies, Yellow • Amazon Business $6.79 3 $20.37
Sieral 4 Pack Pegboard Baskets Pegboard Hooks Assortment Various Tools Storage Pegboard Parts Storage System Peg Board Workbench Metal Wire Shelves for Organizing Attachments (Black,Mixed Sizes) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Avery Economy Binder, 1 Inch Round Ring, Red • School Specialty $5.77 3 $17.31
XUXU Blue Painters Tape, 2 Inch Blue Painters Masking Tape Bulk for Multi-Surface, Produce Sharp Lines, Residue-Free 196 Yards Total Blue Tape Set of 4 Rolls • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Staples 1 3-Ring View Binders D-Ring Yellow (58653) • Staples $3.68 4 $14.72
Rawall Pegboard Hooks, 4 Inch 50-pack,Sturdy and Durable L Shape Galvanized Metal suitbale for 1/4 and 1/8 Pegboard Hooks with Rubber Tipped,Pegboard Hooks for Garage,Office,Kitchen,Store(Silver) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Kuhome 6 Sets Pegboard Hooks with Pegboard Cups, Ring Style Pegboard Bins with Rings, Pegboard Cup Holder Accessories for Organizing Storage (Black) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
HTVRONT Blue Painters Tape - 1 Inch x 60 Yards x 3 Rolls Masking Tape, Multi-Surface Painters Tape, Paint Tape for Wall, Painting, Craft, Art Supplies, Clean Release Painter's Blue Tape • Amazon Business $8.88 1 $8.88

Materials cost

$286.36

Vendor shipping charges

$1.73

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.30

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$322.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$56.89

Total project goal

$379.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$379.28

5 Donors

-$379.28

Donations toward project cost

-$322.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$56.89

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$0.00

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