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Mrs. CUEVA from San Fernando, CA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Buddies, Not Bullies, In Pre-K

My students need books about bullying, art paper, sidewalk chalk, photo frames, glue sticks, trays, and 8 copies of "Bullying in Schools" to expand our Big Buddy Program.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. CUEVA's classroom raised $573

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 Students

It seems the pressures of life creep in earlier with each generation. With this in mind, I prefer the proactive approach and it's all about our Big Buddies Program. Pairing my wide-eyed, little Pre-Kindergartener's with 5th grade students who think they're ready for the world is a perfect match!

I have 2 classes of 18 4-year-old's motivated to learn about everything!

They are enrolled in the School Readiness Language Development Program (SRLDP). Primarily English language learners who qualify for free lunch, the goal of this program, unique to LAUSD, is language development. Students receive instruction in their primary language, Spanish, as well as English language development. Aside from the 3-4 adult-led activities, my classroom has 15 independent centers that change with each new theme. A 5th grade teacher & I collaborated to create, develop, & implement a partnership between grade levels that would promote social connections & responsibility while fostering friendship & caring. The Big Buddies Program is the result of that collaboration. Our students have enjoyed 8 successful years of this fun, rewarding association. This year, we'd like to add an Anti-Bullying component to our program.

My Project

We often hear about the benefits of having a mentor, but I believe it is a two-way street of rewards. The perks for my young learners come via the individual recognition, encouragement, and support they receive from their Big Buddies. The 5th grade students feel a sense of accomplishment as they lead activities coupled with the pride of being revered by their Little Buddies. This is an ideal setting to address bullying. Book sharing is a regular part of our Big Buddies Program, and I'd like to establish a library of titles on the topic that will encourage further discussion between all students. I'm requesting additional copies of "Bullying In Schools" to share with the 5th grade teacher for use in her classroom. Art projects are a favorite of Big Buddies and Little Buddies alike. Simple supplies like colorful paper, glue, and scissors lead to magical moments. Sidewalk chalk is another bonding activity that promotes trust through interaction and cooperation.

To an outsider, The Big Buddies Program appears nothing more than a bunch of children chatting & laughing over crafts or snacks.

It is during these seemingly casual social gatherings, that both groups of students gain self-esteem, build self-confidence, develop responsibility, & foster friendship. The Big Buddies Program has accomplished so much already. Incorporating anti-bullying lessons into our activities seems the next logical and necessary step in preparing all students for the big world!

Mrs. CUEVA San Fernando Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bullying in Schools • AKJ Books $1.00 8 $8.00
Bully Judith Caseley, Judith Caseley (Illustrator) • AKJ Books $13.31 1 $13.31
Anti-Bullying And Teasing Book • AKJ Books $12.54 1 $12.54
Kids Talk About Bullying • AKJ Books $19.23 1 $19.23
Stop Picking on Me: A First Look at Bullying Pat Thomas, Les • AKJ Books $5.91 1 $5.91
Loudmouth George and the Sixth-Grade Bully • AKJ Books $5.14 1 $5.14
Berenstain Bears And The Bully Jan Berenstain, Stan Berensta • AKJ Books $2.95 1 $2.95
The Bully Blockers Club Teresa Bateman, Jackie Urbanovic (Il • AKJ Books $6.29 1 $6.29
Bullies Never Win • AKJ Books $12.57 1 $12.57
Bye-Bye, Big Bad Bullybug! Ed Emberley, Ed Emberley (Illustr • AKJ Books $8.13 1 $8.13
Don''t Tell Lies, Lucy! • AKJ Books $5.91 1 $5.91
Game Over • AKJ Books $21.09 1 $21.09
Hurty Feelings • AKJ Books $11.84 1 $11.84
Small Florence, Piggy Pop Star! • AKJ Books $15.29 1 $15.29
Not So Tall for Six • AKJ Books $11.06 1 $11.06
Willy el Timido Anthony Browne, Anthony Brown, Carmen Esteva • AKJ Books $11.09 1 $11.09
BE331 - Best-Buy Bins - Set of 4 • Lakeshore Learning $14.95 1 $14.95
TB113 - Self-Adhesive Hook & Loop Tape • Lakeshore Learning $4.99 1 $4.99
Art Tray Set - 10-9/16" x 14-1/4" • Nasco $9.95 4 $39.80
Art Tray Set - 20" x 13-1/2" • Nasco $14.95 3 $44.85
Crayola Washable Sidewalk Chalk Bucket - Set of 52 • Nasco $5.33 3 $15.99
TA51AC - Construction Paper - 12" x 18" - Assorted Colors • Lakeshore Learning $1.99 3 $5.97
TT506Z - Lakeshore Jumbo Glue Stick - Dozen • Lakeshore Learning $9.95 2 $19.90
RR426 - Peel & Stick Collage Frames - Set of 30 • Lakeshore Learning $16.95 4 $67.80
TA71AC - Superbright Sulphite Construction Paper - 12" x 18" - Assorted Colors • Lakeshore Learning $3.69 4 $14.76

Materials cost

$399.36

Vendor shipping charges

 $10.06

Sales tax

 $36.54

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.99

Fulfillment labor & materials

$35.00

Total project cost

$486.95

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$85.93

Total project goal

$572.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $572.88

3 Donors

-$86.71

Donations toward project cost

-$83.30

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.41

match offer

-$474.88

Match offer toward project cost

-$403.65

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$71.23

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$11.29

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