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Mrs. Cespedes from Bronx, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Road to Graduation

Help me give my students the graduation they deserve. the road to graduation for students with special needs is a testament to the resilience, determination, and triumph that define their unique journey.

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My Project

Education is a journey that transforms lives, and for students with special needs, this journey is often marked by resilience, determination, and triumph. Each student's path to graduation is as special and unique as they are, reflecting their individual strengths, challenges, and milestones achieved along the way. As educators, it is our privilege to witness and celebrate the remarkable journey of these students, whose perseverance inspires us all.

For students with special needs, the road to graduation is paved with obstacles that may seem insurmountable to others.

Yet, these students demonstrate extraordinary courage in the face of adversity. They navigate through learning differences, physical limitations, and societal barriers with unwavering resolve, refusing to let anything stand in the way of their dreams. It is through their unwavering determination that they redefine the meaning of success, proving that true achievement is not measured by conventional standards but by the sheer strength of the human spirit.

My students deserve to be celebrated and given the proper graduation. This is why I am requesting graduation supplies to be able to bring joy and happiness into their lives. This project will not only help my students but it will give their parents a sense of accomplishment and achievement. Parenting is hard and even harder for students with special needs. Let's help make their graduation unforgettable.

Mrs. Cespedes P10X at PS 199 Shakespeare 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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More than half of 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

43 students impacted 11donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Decojoy Balloon Arch Stand, 7.5ft Large Round Backdrop Frame, Adjustable Half Circle Arch, 2 set Reusable Metal Ballon Column Kit with Base 3IN1 for Birthday, Wedding, Graduation, Baby Shower Party • Amazon Business $38.31 2 $76.62
2024 Graduation Decorations, 3.5FT Large GRAD Marquee Light Up Letters Sign, Class of 2024 Congrats Party Supplies for Kindergarten Preschool High School College (White) • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
ADXCO 169 Pieces Rainbow Party Decorations Include Rainbow Paper Plates Cups Napkins Forks Knives Spoons Waterproof Tablecloth Serves 24 Guests Colored Complete Tableware for Rainbow Party Supplies • Amazon Business $21.99 3 $65.97
PCFING Electric Air Balloon Pump and Tying Tool in One, Portable Dual Nozzle Electric Blower Air Pump Inflator for Decoration, Party and Save Time • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Enanal Back to School Balloon Garland Arch Kit, 159pcs Rainbow Balloons with School Bus Foil Balloons for Back to School Decoration 100th Day of School Kindergarten Graduation Party Supplies (Rainbow) • Amazon Business $16.88 2 $33.76
SCIONE Kids Sunglasses Bulk,24 Pack Kids Sunglasses Party Favors, Neon Sunglasses with UV Protection for Kids Boys and Girls Age 3-8 - Gift for Birthday,Graduation Party Supplies,Pool Party Favors • Amazon Business $16.81 2 $33.62
Kindergarten Graduation Backdrop Congratulations Preschool School Prom Party Decorations Congrats Class of 2023 Kids Congrats Grad Background Photo Booth Props 7x5ft • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Graduation Balloon Boxes Decorations-4 Transparent Baby Shower Boxes with 2 Set of A-Z Letters for GRAD Decorations,Boy Girl Birthday Party Decor,Gender Reveal,Baby Shower Blocks,DIY Name Combination. • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
LOLStar Rainbow Foil Fringe Curtains, 2 Pack Rainbow Party Decorations 3.3x6.6ft Tinsel Metallic Streamers Holiday Photo Booth Props Backdrop for Birthday Wedding Engagement Bridal Shower Unicorn • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring • Amazon Business $12.39 1 $12.39
28 inch Summer Sun Smile Foil Mylar Balloons Helium Balloon You Are My Sunshine Baby Shower Birthday Party Wedding Decorations, 12pc • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
AnyDesign 46Pcs Summer Cutouts Tropical Sun Sunglasses Cut Outs with 100Pcs Glue Points This is One Bright Bunch Hawaiian Party Cut-Outs Accents Bulletin Board Decor for Back to School Classroom Party • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
KICNIC Balloon Arch Strip Kit for Garland, 32.8 Feet Balloon Tape Strips and 200 Glue Point Dot Stickers for Party Wedding Birthday Baby Shower Decorations • Amazon Business $3.78 1 $3.78

Materials cost

$400.05

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$436.05

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$76.95

Total project goal

$513.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $513.00

7 Donors

-$398.29

Donations toward project cost

-$346.80

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$51.49

Matching donations from our partners

-$105.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$89.25

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$9.71

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 $0.00

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