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Ms. Ortiz from Bronx, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Shining in the Classroom!

Help me give my students the best learning environment they can be in!

  • $505 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

I am a 7th-8th Grade 12:1:1 Special Education teacher in a specialized public middle school in the South Bronx for Students with Disabilities, where 91% of student receive free or reduced priced lunch. My class consists of 12 students who are heartwarming and have a love of learning! My students have learning disabilities that range from Autism to Emotional Disturbance. My students benefits from having scaffolds and supports for their learning.

My students and their families have heavily been impacted personally and economically.

Covid-19 effected many families and students and students are still impacted by this issue to this day! Many parents are unable to provide the resources that their child needs for the upcoming school year. I want to ensure that my students will receive the essential school supplies in order to continue their love for learning.

I want to be able to support the needs of my students with learning materials in any way I can. The items will allow my students to have materials both at home and in the classroom. These hands-on materials and supplies will help further their thinking. My students will benefit from having these markers, headphones, and other materials to support their organizational needs as well as having supplies to engage in the classroom!

Students with disabilities need multiple supports to help them engage in their learning both at home and in the classroom.

I want my students to engage in learning experiences without feeling ashamed or left out that they do not have supplies. By donating to our project, you will not only help to improve and increase student attention and focus, but you will fundamentally help to increase their academic achievement and success.

Ms. Ortiz P17X @ 298X Grades 6-8

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. Ortiz

Bronx, NY 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

12 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Broad Line Markers, Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, 256 Count • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Schoolgirl Style Simply Stylish Classroom Decor Bundle, Bulletin Board, Motivational Poster, Name Tag, Name Plate & Black Folder Sets, Black and White Classroom Decorations, Notepad (348 pc) • Amazon Business $62.87 1 $62.87
Crayola Crayons Bulk, 24 Crayon Packs with 24 Assorted Colors, School Supplies • Amazon Business $39.83 1 $39.83
CN-Outlet Kids Headphones Bulk 8 Pack Multi Color Class Set School Students Classroom Children Toddler Boys Girls Teen and Adult (8 Pack) • Amazon Business $19.55 2 $39.10
EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Count • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Swingline Paper Cutter, Guillotine Trimmer, 12" Cut Length, 10 Sheet Capacity, ClassicCut Lite (9312) • Amazon Business $34.73 1 $34.73
12 Pack 394 Feet Colorful Scalloped Bulletin Board Borders Sets Rainbow Borders Trim Classroom Decoration for Bulletin Board, White Board, Cork Board, Desks, Lockers, School, Class, Home, 12 Colors • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
GDINDINFAN 5 Tier Paper Letter Tray, Mesh Desk File Organizer Mail Sorter Literature Organizer Rack for Home & Office, Black • Amazon Business $23.96 1 $23.96
Teacher Created Resources Squiggles and Dots Die-Cut Rolled Border Trim (TCR8914),Black, White • Amazon Business $8.48 2 $16.96
Crayola Construction Paper, 240 Count, Bulk School Supplies For Kids, 2-Pack School Paper • Amazon Business $14.67 1 $14.67
Schoolgirl Style Simply Stylish 92pc Calendar Bulletin Board Set, Wall Calendar, Monthly Calendar Headers, Succulent Cover Ups, Seasons/Weather and Days of the Week Chart, Farmhouse Classroom Décor • Amazon Business $12.64 1 $12.64

Materials cost

$392.73

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$428.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.64

Total project goal

$504.26

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$504.26

4 Donors

-$252.13

Donations toward project cost

-$214.31

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.82

match offer

-$252.13

Match offer toward project cost

-$214.31

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.82

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$0.00

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