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Mrs. Gardea from Las Vegas, NV is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Writing, Reflecting, Growing: Tools for Effective Feedback and Organization

Help me give my students file folders, construction paper, and organizers to enhance their writing workshops and feedback process. These tools will help them save work, reflect on growth, and collaborate effectively throughout the year.

  • $562 goal

This project expired on June 22, 2025.

This project expired on June 22, 2025.

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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 love how my students are creative, thoughtful, and eager to improve their writing when given the right tools. This project focuses on providing resources for writers workshops, peer reviews, and the feedback process, which are essential for their growth as writers and thinkers.

My goal is to foster a classroom culture of reflection and continuous improvement.

By providing these resources, I hope to help students develop strong writing skills, build confidence in their abilities, and learn the value of feedback and revision.

The specific items I’m requesting—file folders, construction paper, and organizers—will make a huge difference in their learning. The construction paper will be used for brainstorming and drafting, as well as project creation, while the file folders and organizers will help students save their work, track their progress, and reflect on their growth each quarter. These tools will create a structured yet flexible environment where students can collaborate, give and receive feedback, and take ownership of their learning.

What makes my students special is their willingness to support one another and their excitement about sharing their ideas. With these tools, they’ll be able to organize their thoughts, celebrate their progress, and grow as writers and learners. Thank you for helping us create a space where feedback and reflection thrive!

Mrs. Gardea Durango High School Grades 9-12

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Las Vegas, NV 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

190 students impacted

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Amazon Basics Hanging File Folder with Adjustable Tabs, Letter Size, Assorted Colors - Pack of 25 • Amazon Business $11.12 10 $111.20
School Smart Colored File Folders Two-Tone, Letter Size, 1/3 Cut Tabs, Assorted Colors, Set of 100 • School Specialty $20.39 2 $40.78
3IngSeagulls 5-Tier Rolling File Cart with Hanging File Folders, Mobile Desk File Organizer on Lockable Wheels, Wood & Mesh Paper Letter Sliding Trays Organization for Office, Home, School, Patent • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
2 Pack File Storage Organizer Box,Filing Box,Portable File Box with Lid,Fit for Letter/Legal File Folder Storage,Dark-blue-Box only • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
2 Pack File Storage Organizer Box,Filing Box,Portable File Box with Lid,Fit for Letter/Legal File Folder Storage,Blue-Box only • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
2 Pack File Storage Organizer Box,Filing Box,Portable File Box with Lid,Fit for Letter/Legal File Folder Storage,Black-Box only • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Magnetic Notebook Paper • Teachers' School Supply $29.99 1 $29.99
SUPEASY Desk Organizers Metal Desk Magazine File Holder with 5 Vertical Compartments Rack File Organizer for Office Desktop, Home Workspace, Black Plus • Amazon Business $29.69 1 $29.69
Geyee 4 Pack Wall Hanging File Folders Organizer, Heavy Duty Storage Pocket Chart, Over Door Hangers Included, Hanging Wall Paper Organizer Holder for School Classroom Office Home(10 Pocket) • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
SUPEASY Mesh Desk Organizer, 4 Trays Letter Tray Paper Organizer with File Holder, Desk File Organizer with 1 Extra Drawer & 2 Pen Holders, Paper Sorter with Handle for Office, Black • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Construction Paper - 12" x 18" Pack of 50 Sheets - White • Lakeshore Learning Materials $2.99 3 $8.97
Construction Paper - 12" x 18" Pack of 50 Sheets - Assorted Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $2.99 3 $8.97
Construction Paper - 12" x 18" Pack of 50 Sheets - Black • Lakeshore Learning Materials $2.99 1 $2.99

Materials cost

$432.53

Vendor shipping charges

 $8.43

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.49

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$477.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$84.26

Total project goal

$561.71

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