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This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Pineda from Houston, TX is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hungry for STEM-Tastic Learning

Help me give my students water and snacks to help energize them throughout the day.

  • $592 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

Our students are hardworking, and their families care a lot about their success. They come from low socioeconomic backgrounds in Houston, TX with almost every student qualifying for free or reduced-cost lunch. Over 90 percent of the students are Hispanic, and many of them will be the first person in their families to graduate from college.

My students are inspired to continue their education in a health science occupation.

Our health science programs serve students from grades 9-12. The programs offer practical experience and mentorship. The mentorship provides the students with support, helpful information, and guidance. Our goal is to supply our students with life skills that can help drive them to success in and out of high school.

My Project

Many of my students are hungry and thirsty throughout the day and at times it can affect their learning. Instead of focusing on their empty stomachs help me give my students snacks to help keep them focused on learning.

I am requesting snacks and drinks to help keep their tummys full during and after school.

Some of my students have a very early lunch at 10:30 am and their school day doesn't end until 4:10 pm. So you can just imagine how hungry they are by the time they get to their last class of the day. Also, many of my students stay after school for tutorials and club meetings, so having these snacks available will also help get something in their stomachs on those long days. In addition, I can use snacks and drinks as motivation for participation in the classroom. Please consider donating to our project.

Ms. Pineda Chavez 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 Ms. Pineda

Houston, TX View local requests

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

HBCU Alum 80 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
FIJI Natural Artesian Water, 33.8 Fl Ounce Bottle (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $20.88 2 $41.76
Cheetos Flamin' Hot Variety Pack, 40 Count • Amazon Business $17.98 2 $35.96
Cheetos Flamin' Hot Variety Pack, 40 Count • Amazon Business $17.98 2 $35.96
Frito Lay Variety Pack, Flamin' Hot Mix, 30 Bags/Case • Quill.com $30.99 1 $30.99
Nabisco Oreo Original Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, 52.5 oz., 10/pack (220-00417) • Quill.com $29.99 1 $29.99
Nabisco Oreo Single Serve Original Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, 2 oz., 30/pack (220-00421) • Quill.com $29.99 1 $29.99
Nestle Pure Life Purified Water, 8 Fl oz., 24/Carton (11476087) • Quill.com $8.99 3 $26.97
HERSHEY'S Milk Chocolate with Almonds Candy, Bulk Holiday, 1.45 oz Bars (36 ct) • Amazon Business $25.44 1 $25.44
Maruchan Instant Lunch Soup, Chicken, 2.25 Oz., 12/Carton (MAR00121) • Quill.com $11.79 2 $23.58
Rice Krispies Treats Sweets, Marshmallow, 0.39 oz., 50/Box (KEE12346) • Quill.com $10.99 2 $21.98
Essentia Bottled Water, 1 Liter, Pack of 12 Bottles; 99.9% Pure, Infused with Electrolytes for a Smooth Taste, pH 9.5 or Higher; Ionized Alkaline Water • Amazon Business $19.96 1 $19.96
Cheetos Crunchy Flamin' Hot Cheese Flavored Snacks, 1 Ounce (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $17.98 1 $17.98
Cheez-It Baked Crackers Orginal, 8 Count 1.5 oz Bags, 8/Box (KEE12234) • Quill.com $8.29 2 $16.58
OREO Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, 30 - 1.59 oz Snack Packs • Amazon Business $16.20 1 $16.20
Cheez-It Baked Snack Cheese Crackers, Original, School Lunch Snacks, 1 oz Bag (40 Bags) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Cheez-It Baked Snack Cheese Crackers, Original, School Lunch Snacks, 1 oz Bag (40 Bags) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
SKITTLES & STARBURST Candy Full Size Variety Mix 37.05-Ounce 18-Count Box • Amazon Business $14.48 1 $14.48
Rice Krispies Treats Marshmallow Snack Bars, Original, Kids Snacks, School Lunch, 0.78 oz Bars (54 Bars) • Amazon Business $14.03 1 $14.03
Sour Punch Straws, Rainbow Fruit Flavors, Chewy Sweet & Sour Candy, 2oz Tray (24 Pack) • Amazon Business $13.38 1 $13.38
Fruit Snacks Variety Pack, 16 ct • Amazon Business $11.96 1 $11.96
Ring Pop Individually Wrapped Bulk Variety Party Lollipop Suckers with Assorted Flavors Fun Candy for Birthdays & Celebrations, Original, Mixed Fruit, 20 Count • Amazon Business $6.98 1 $6.98

Materials cost

$466.15

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.99

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$503.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$88.79

Total project goal

$591.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$591.93

1 Donor

-$591.93

Donations toward project cost

-$503.14

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$88.79

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$0.00

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