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Mrs. Escamilla from Philadelphia, PA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help a First Year Teacher Create a Diverse Library!

Help me give my students a comfortable library where they can dive into stories about children just like them.

  • $412 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

As a first year teacher I am excited to meet my fourth graders. Having worked at the school for a year as a Student Teacher and as a Student Support Assistant, I know how eager the students are to learn. Many of the students come from low income homes, some of which do not speak English.

The school I work at is one of the most diverse schools in Pennsylvania but only 33% of the students are proficient in reading.

Because of this I want to make sure that when they enter my classroom they have access to all of the necessary resources to succeed.

I know that with help from DonorsChoose.org, we will be able to provide a classroom that helps our student thrive.

My Project

These books will help me begin my dream classroom library. In a time like today it is extremely important that our classrooms provide access to a wide range of reading materials that reflect abilities and interests. Every child comes to our classroom with their own background and passion. For many children, they have rarely been represented in books.

With these new books, the students will be able to read a variety of literature where they can see themselves.

Along with open discussions, we can show that there is power in everyone's story. In addition to the books, a comfortable space for them to read will make sure they stay engaged in the book with minimal distraction.

Mrs. Escamilla Gilbert Spruance 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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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

32 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids Scoop Front Storage Bins, Light Grey (10-Pack) • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98
Nestl Reading Pillow, Medium Bed Rest Pillow with Arms for Kids Teens & Adults – Premium Shredded Memory Foam TV Pillow - White • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Antep Rugs Kashan King Collection Trellis Polypropylene Indoor Area Rug (Grey/Cream 5' X 7') • Amazon Business $38.90 1 $38.90
Down and Feather Square 18x18 Inch Throw Pillow Insert, Set of 2, 100% Cotton • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Just One More Chapter Throw Pillow Cover - Library Book Lovers Gifts - Bibliophile (1 18x18 inch, Pillowcase) Gifts for Readers Writers Motivational Sign Quotes Birthday Present • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
El Deafo • Amazon Business $15.36 1 $15.36
She Persisted Boxed Set • Amazon Business $15.22 1 $15.22
The Lions of Little Rock • Amazon Business $14.57 1 $14.57
Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race • Amazon Business $13.50 1 $13.50
I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
The Secret Zoo • Amazon Business $11.89 1 $11.89
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Picture Book Edition • Amazon Business $11.65 1 $11.65
Free as a Bird: The Story of Malala • Amazon Business $9.80 1 $9.80
Mugod Decorative Throw Pillow Cover for Couch Sofa,Bookstore Doodle Books Shelves Collection with Ladder for Store Library Reading Club Bookshelf Classroom Home Decor Pillow case 18x18 Inch • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Wonder • Amazon Business $7.18 1 $7.18

Materials cost

$314.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.72

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$349.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$61.71

Total project goal

$411.42

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $411.42

1 Donor

-$275.00

Donations toward project cost

-$233.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$41.25

match offer

-$136.42

Match offer toward project cost

-$115.96

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.46

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