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Ms. Orona from Bakersfield, CA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Books That Look Like Us

Help me give my students a more effective, engaging classroom—especially by adding diverse, high-interest books to inspire a love of reading and better reflect my students!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Orona's classroom raised $842

This project is fully funded

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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

As a second-year teacher in a low socioeconomic community, I’m working hard to create a classroom environment where every student feels valued, supported, and excited to learn. The items on my donation list will help make our classroom more effective and engaging, providing students with the tools they need to succeed.

Books play a huge role in growing a lifelong love of reading, and while many of our current books are well-loved hand-me-downs, I’m hoping to add more diverse and engaging titles that reflect my students' identities and experiences.

Your donation—no matter the size—will make a lasting impact, and I am truly grateful for your support in helping my students thrive.

Ms. Orona Hort Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

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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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
Materials Cost Quantity Total
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
5 Book Set: Graphic Novels #2 - Underrepresented Authors (paperback, ages 8-12) - Break, Amelia Aierwood: Basic Witch, Four Eyes, Invisible, Duel • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $80.00 1 $80.00
Judy Moody - Judy Moody Collection - 12 Book Set - Collection • AKJ Education $52.47 1 $52.47
4 Book Set: Native American Paperback Book Club (ages 8-12) - The Sea in Winter, We Still Belong, How I Became a Ghost, Ancestor Approved • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $52.00 1 $52.00
Who Is? - Who Is? Nonfiction Collection - 11 Book Set - Collection • AKJ Education $50.29 1 $50.29
3 Book Set: UNDERREPRESENTED VOICES Bundle: The Proudest Blue, Hair Love, Eyes That Kiss in the Corners (hardcover picture books, representative) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $48.00 1 $48.00
CloroxPro Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Fresh Scent, 700 Count • Amazon Business $37.84 1 $37.84
4 Book Set: Jason Reynolds & Track Series Collection (paperback boxed, 10+) x MahoganyBooks - books for classroom library • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $30.00 1 $30.00
Reusable Write & Wipe Pocket - Set of 30 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Crayola Take Note Dry Erase Markers (12ct) Whiteboard Markers for Teachers, Low Odor, Chisel Tip, School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $10.54 2 $21.08
sencoo 24 pack Cute Cartoon Gel Blue Ink Pens Assorted Style Writing Pens for Kiddie Birthday Present School Prize Student Gift Fun Girls Kiddie Pens (blue) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Nabisco Fun Shapes Variety Pack, Barnum's Animal Crackers, Teddy Grahams and CHIPS AHOY! Cookies, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $9.86 2 $19.72
EOOUT 42pcs Zipper Bags Mesh Bags with Zipper 9.5x13.5 Inches Mesh Zipper Pouch 14 Colors Durable Pouches for Organization Storage, Letter Size/A4 Size, for Travel Organize and Office Supplies • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
6 Pieces Washable Microfiber Shag Dry Erase Board Eraser Microfiber Shag Whiteboard Eraser for Dry Erase Markers, Chalk, School, Home and Office (Gray, Blue, Pink) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
15 PCS Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture Rubber Bands for Kids, Fidget Bands for School Classroom Chairs and Desk, Ideal for ADHD, Autism, Hyperactivity • Amazon Business $13.95 1 $13.95
Invisible Ink Pen for kids 16Pcs: Spy Pens with UV Light Party Favors - School Classroom Students Prizes - Magic Gifts Birthday Goodie Valentines Black Markers Halloween Easter Day Christmas Gift • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
S&T INC. 25 Pack Microfiber Cleaning Cloth, Bulk Towels for Home, Reusable Microfiber Towels for Cars, Cleaning Rags, Assorted, 11.5 Inches x 11.5 Inches, 25 Count • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Soft Baked Oat Bars, Chewy Snack Bars, 6 ct • Amazon Business $3.52 1 $3.52

Materials cost

$617.61

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.50

Sales tax

 $56.51

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$714.88

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$126.16

Total project goal

$841.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $841.04

6 Donors

-$640.68

Donations toward project cost

-$607.78

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.90

match offer

-$126.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$107.10

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.90

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$74.36

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