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Mrs. J. Rodriguez from Austin, TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Nurturing Tomorrow's Minds: Transforming Pre-K Learning Spaces

Help me give my students an inviting and well-structured learning environment by providing a range of captivating books and comfortable seating arrangements. .

  • $874 goal

This project expired on November 14, 2024.

This project expired on November 14, 2024.

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

In early childhood education, a nurturing and stimulating environment is key. I need read-aloud books, seating for a class library, and organizing products to improve my prekindergarten students' learning experiences.

Read-aloud books are vital for literacy, sparking imagination, expanding vocabulary, and fostering a love for reading.

They introduce diverse cultures and build foundational language skills.

Comfortable seating creates a cozy library space, encouraging children to enjoy books and develop a positive attitude towards reading.

Organizing products ensure a clutter-free classroom, making materials accessible and fostering independence, responsibility, and focus on learning.

My goal is to create a supportive environment that nurtures curiosity, creativity, and a love for reading, laying a solid foundation for academic success. These resources will support my students' unique learning styles, helping them thrive and succeed.

Mrs. J. Rodriguez Linder Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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

20 students impacted

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Milliard Kids Couch - Modular Kids Sofa for Toddler and Baby Playroom/Bedroom Furniture (Grey) with Bonus Pillow • Amazon Business $101.84 1 $101.84
Outus 24 Pcs Plastic Bins for Classroom Storage Bins with Lids Durable Storage Bins Organizer Bins Shelf Containers 15 Sheets Self Adhesive Labels for Classroom School Supplies (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Sax Mesh Tool Case Pouches, 5 x 9 inches, Clear with Black Trim, Pack of 10 • School Specialty $30.67 2 $61.34
Dixon Ticonderoga Beginner's Pencil - Box of 36 • Blick Art Materials $19.94 2 $39.88
Gloween Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder, 30 Pack Zipper Pencil Pouches/Case in Assorted Color, Durable Binder Pencil Pouch/Bag for Office School Supplies (6 Colors) • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Manipulative Containers - Set of 4 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $35.06 1 $35.06
Brookes Publishing CLASS Score Sheets - PreK Forms - Set of 10 - Spanish • Kaplan Early Learning Company $30.00 1 $30.00
Crayola Dough - Silly Scents | 60x1oz Scented Play Dough Party Pack | 60 Modeling Compound Tubs in 6 Bright Colors & Scents | Kids Party Favors | Classroom Prizes | Summer Activities for Kids • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Trend Enterprises Colorful Crayons Bulletin Board Set, 21 pieces (T-8076) • Quill.com $21.59 1 $21.59
EOOUT 36pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags A4 Size Board Game Storage Zipper Bags for Organizing, Plastic Zipper Pouch in 11 Colors Letter Size Puzzle Storage and Office Supplies • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
OleFun 30 Pack Dry Erase Pockets, 10 X 14 in Reusable Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves in 10 Colors, Plastic Clear Sheet Protectors, School Teacher Supplies, Organization for Classroom Storage • Amazon Business $19.49 1 $19.49
El día que los crayones renunciaron • Amazon Business $16.12 1 $16.12
TREND Enterprises, Inc. Trend Enterprises Colorful Crayons Bulletin Board Set, 30 Inches, Set of 21 • School Specialty $15.59 1 $15.59
Mi Familia: A Mexican American Family (Spanish edition paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $15.00 1 $15.00
Si le das una galletita a un ratón (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $14.39 1 $14.39
Bolder Borders?, Colorful Crayons • Quill.com $14.03 1 $14.03
EOOUT 24pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags, A4 Zipper Bags for Organizing Storage, Waterproof Zipper Pouches, Letter Size, File Bags for School, Toys, Puzzle, Board Games and Office Supplies • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Geyee 81 Pcs Bulletin Board Cutouts Self Adhesive Name Tags Teacher Name Plate for Desk Classroom Birthday Party Baby Shower School Teacher Supplies (Crayon) • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
Está BIEN ser diferente: Un libro infantil ilustrado sobre la diversidad y la empatía (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Como Yo / Like Me SPANISH Edition (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $10.00 1 $10.00
52ft Bulletin Board Border Decorations - 2 Rolls Rainbow Crayon Border Trim for School Classroom Chalkboard Bulletin Board Wall Window Door Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Bruvoalon 67Pcs Kids Play Kitchen Toys Set, Toddlers Pretend Cooking Playset Acccessories with Pots Pans, Utensils Cookware, Foods, Canned Veges, Learning Gift for Kids Girls Boys (Red) • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
I am bilingual and it’s amazing! ¡Soy bilingüe y es sorprendente! Bilingual English-Spanish Book For Children: Libro Inglés-Español para niños (Bilingual Brainbox English-Spanish Books For Children) • Amazon Business $9.12 1 $9.12
SPACE for bilingual kids Espacio para niños pequeños bilingües: English-Spanish Edition Libro Bilingüe Inglés-Español (Bilingual Brainbox English-Spanish Books For Children) • Amazon Business $9.12 1 $9.12
Un paseo por el Central Park (Literary Text) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
¿Qué puedo ser? (Literary Text) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
La torre más alta (Literary Text) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $7.43 1 $7.43
¡Un día una señora se tragó unos libros! (There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Some Books!) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Eureka Crayola Crayons Deco Trim • School Specialty $5.99 1 $5.99
Crayon Border • Lakeshore Learning Materials $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$683.65

Vendor shipping charges

 $18.49

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$742.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$131.01

Total project goal

$873.40

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