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Mrs. Ascencio-Torres from Las Vegas, NV is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Celebrating Achievement: Graduation Party for High School Seniors With IEPs

Help me give my students decorations, refreshments, and graduation gifts for their IEP graduation party.

  • $442 goal

This project expired on July 6, 2024.

This project expired on July 6, 2024.

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

I am thrilled to announce the very first graduation party for our high school seniors with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)! These exceptional students have demonstrated perseverance, resilience, and remarkable growth throughout their academic journey. As they prepare to embark on the next chapter of their lives, we want to celebrate their achievements memorably.

Our goal is to organize a special graduation party that honors their accomplishments and creates lasting memories for them and their families.

This event will not only recognize their academic success but also celebrate their personal growth, determination, and dedication. I am seeking support to make this celebration unforgettable. Your generous contributions will go towards:

Decorations: Creating a festive atmosphere with balloons.

Refreshments: Beverages for our graduates and their families to enjoy during the celebration.

Graduation Gifts: Offering meaningful gifts to show appreciation for our graduates as they commemorate this milestone in their lives.

By supporting this project, you will not only help us organize a memorable graduation party but also show our students that their achievements are valued and celebrated by their community.

Thank you for considering our project and for making a difference in the lives of these remarkable students.

Mrs. Ascencio-Torres Mater Academy East 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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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

30 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Frito Lay Variety Corn Chips 1 oz. 50 Bags/Pack (220-00403) • Staples $59.50 2 $119.00
Giegxin 50 Pcs Unisex Graduation Stole Adult Sublimation Blank Plain Graduation Stole Sash Graduation Satin Honor Stole • Amazon Business $67.99 1 $67.99
6 Pieces Mini Graduation Bear Plush Gift Stuffed Animal with Cap Gift for Her, for Him, Class of 2023 Graduation Present for College High School Kindergarten Grad Party Favor (Black) • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
Sureio 10 Pieces Christmas 2024 Compass Graduation Gifts Racelet Plated Gifts for Boys Girls Class of 2024 for Friendship Bracelets College High School Graduation Gifts • Amazon Business $8.99 3 $26.97
Capri Sun Pacific Cooler Mixed Fruit Flavored Juice Drink Blend, 6 Fl Oz (Pack of 10) • Amazon Business $2.98 6 $17.88
NuLink Electric Portable Dual Nozzle Balloon Blower Pump Inflation for Decoration, Party [110V~120V, 600W, Rose Red] • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Nabisco Team Favorites Variety Pack, OREO Mini, CHIPS AHOY! Mini, Teddy Grahams Honey & Barnum's Animal Crackers, 30 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
WANBAO 100 pack 8 oz Disposable Paper Cups Coffee Cups for Coffee Beverages and Cold Drinks, Suitable for Home-use, office, restaurant and Events • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
100pcs Metallic Gold Balloons, 12 inch Chrome Gold Latex Party Balloons Helium Quality for Gender Reveal,Birthday Party, Baby Shower,Wedding, Halloween Party Decoration (with Gold Ribbon) • Amazon Business $9.59 1 $9.59
100pcs Black Balloons, 12 inch Black Latex Party Balloons Helium Quality for Gende Reveal, Birthday,Baby Shower,Wedding, Halloween or Christmas PartyParty Decoration (with Black Ribbon) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
100pcs Red Balloons, 12 inch Red Latex Party Balloons Helium Quality for Like Birthday Party,Wedding, Anniversary, Christmas or Vanlentine's Party Decoration (with Red Ribbon)… • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98
36pcs Graduation Favors Candy Boxes for Class of 2023 - Red Black Party Graduation Candy Boxes with Tassel for Class of 2023 College High School Congrats Graduation Gifts • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Kool-Aid Jammers Tropical Punch (Grape & Cherry Artificially Flavored Kids Soft Drink Variety Pack, 30 ct Box, 6 fl oz Pouches) • Amazon Business $6.98 1 $6.98

Materials cost

$340.30

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$375.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$66.25

Total project goal

$441.65

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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