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Ms. Zapata from Houston, TX is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sparking Imaginations: Hands-On Reading Adventures for Our Incredible Students!

Help me give my students materials to create hands on Language Arts activities.

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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

Welcome to our classroom, a place where dreams are nurtured and minds are ignited! I am honored to reach out to you today and share my vision of transforming our reading experiences into captivating hands-on adventures. As an educator in a community with students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, I am passionate about providing them with every opportunity to excel and thrive.

In our classroom, we embrace the power of interactive learning.

I have witnessed firsthand the incredible impact it can have on our students' engagement and achievement. However, due to limited resources, providing hands-on reading activities has been a challenge. That's why I am turning to you, our generous supporters, to help bring the magic of creating hands-on learning activities to our diverse and eager learners.

By supporting this project, you will be providing our students with a vast array of classroom supplies specifically designed to foster a love for reading through active exploration. Imagine the excitement in their eyes as they dive into story mats, manipulate word-building, sequence stories, explore the intricacies of grammar and vocabulary through interactive games, uncover the wonders of language conventions and embark on literary journeys with captivating story sets. These resources will not only enhance their reading skills but also nurture their creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

For our students, many of whom face significant socioeconomic barriers, these hands-on reading activities will be a game-changer. They will enable our students to develop a deep understanding of the written word, build their vocabulary, and instill the confidence needed to become lifelong readers. Your support will empower them to transcend the challenges they face and embrace the boundless opportunities that literacy provides.

Ms. Zapata Kennedy 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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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Neenah Index Cardstock, 8.5" x 11", 90 lb/163 gsm, White, Lightweight, 94 Brightness, 300 Sheets (91437) • Amazon Business $12.78 5 $63.90
VELCRO Brand Adhesive Dots White 500 Pk 3/4" Circles Sticky Back Round Hook and Loop for School, Teachers, Mounting Arts and Crafts | VEL-30077-AMS • Amazon Business $17.10 3 $51.30
novelinks Transparent 4" x 6" Photo Cases and Clear Craft Keeper with Handle - 16 Inner Cases Plastic Storage Container Box (Multi-colored) • Amazon Business $22.89 2 $45.78
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, "Brilliant" 5-Color Assortment, 625 Sheets, 24 lb/89 gsm, 8.5" x 11 - MORE SHEETS! (91684) • Amazon Business $18.49 2 $36.98
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock, Bright Yellow, 320 Sheets, 65 lb/176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91625) • Amazon Business $17.43 2 $34.86
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock, Bright Orange, 320 Sheets, 65 lb/176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91626) • Amazon Business $17.16 2 $34.32
EOOUT 56pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch Zipper Bag, Durable Pouches for Organization Puzzle Storage, Letter Size, A4 Size, for Office Supplies • Amazon Business $33.29 1 $33.29
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper,"Classic" 5-Color Assortment, 625 Sheets, 24 lb/89 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91623) • Amazon Business $15.57 2 $31.14
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets - 11.5 x 9.0-Inch, 100-Pack, 3 mil • Amazon Business $15.50 2 $31.00
HomeABC 1000pcs Sticky Back Coins Hook Adhesive Tapes, 3/4" Diameter, White • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$376.56

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$412.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.74

Total project goal

$484.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $484.95

1 Donor

-$484.95

Donations toward project cost

-$412.21

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$72.74

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