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Ms. Aldana from Bridgeport, CT is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cocoa Cheer Delight: High School Holiday Heat!

Help me give my students a warm winter send off for our holiday break.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Aldana's classroom raised $263

This project is fully funded

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

After the tremendous success and enthusiasm generated during our recent Dia de Los Muertos celebration, our spirited freshmen have expressed a keen desire to end the school year on an equally joyful note. In response to their enthusiastic request, I am planning to host a memorable Hot Chocolate Bar on the last day of 2023, coinciding with the final school day before the well-deserved winter break.

Our students, many of whom face uncertainties and challenges during the holiday season, expressed a genuine desire for a Hot Chocolate party as a way to come together and find joy amidst the stress and anxiety that this time of year can bring.

For some, this celebration will be a highlight, providing warmth and a sense of community during a season that can be difficult for many in our diverse and vibrant student body.

Recognizing the financial constraints faced by our students' families, we are turning to generous individuals like yourself who understand the impact a small act of kindness can have on these young lives. Your support in providing the materials needed for our Hot Chocolate Bar project (water boiler, chocolate packets, marshmallows and peppermint containers) will not only bring smiles and comfort to these students but also show them that they are valued and cared for by a community that extends beyond the classroom.

Ms. Aldana Bullard - Havens Technical High School Grades 9-12

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.

Bridgeport, CT View local requests

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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
NutriChef Hot Water Urn Pot Insulated Stainless Steel,Auto & Manual Dispense,Auto Boiler,Safety Lock Shutoff 3.38 QT /3.2L - Auto Boiler Shut Off - PKWK43 • Amazon Business $62.99 1 $62.99
Nestle Hot Chocolate Packets, Hot Cocoa Mix, Rich Chocolate Flavor, Made with Real Cocoa, 50 Count (0.71 Oz each), 35.5 Oz • Amazon Business $18.03 2 $36.06
NETANY 4 oz Glass Jars with Bamboo Lids, Minimalist Farmhouse Spice Labels Stickers, Collapsible Funnel, Seasoning Storage Bottles for Spice Rack, Cabinet, Drawer, 24 Pcs • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Disposable Coffee Cups with Lids 12 oz (100 Pack) - To Go Cups for Hot & Cold Drinks, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Water - Poly-Coated for No Condensation with Rolled Edge - Coffee Cup Bundle • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
Faxco 4-Cell Clear Seasoning Rack Spice Box, Storage Container Condiment Jars Acrylic Seasoning Box with Cover and Spoon • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
OXO Good Grips POP Container Accessories 3-Piece Scoop Set • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Jet-Puffed Mini Marshmallows (10 oz Marshmallow Bag) • Amazon Business $1.32 5 $6.60
Atkinson's Mint Twists Crushed Peppermint Candy (1 Bag 8 oz) • Amazon Business $6.46 1 $6.46

Materials cost

$189.87

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$222.72

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$39.30

Total project goal

$262.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$262.02

3 Donors

-$215.67

Donations toward project cost

-$215.07

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.60

match offer

-$9.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$7.65

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.35

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$37.35

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$0.00

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