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Ms. Vargas from Graham, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Vargas's classroom raised $826

Connecting Classrooms with the Hispanic Heartbeat

Help me give my students the supplies they need to transform their lives.

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Ms. Vargas Southern Alamance Middle School
Graham, NC Grades 6-8

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

These materials work together to accomplish something profound: they create a classroom environment where students don't feel like they're in a middle school in the United States grinding through grammar exercises. Instead, they feel like they're traveling through the Spanish-speaking world experiencing its colors, its energy, its warmth, and its beauty.

When a student walks into our classroom and sees:

• Colorful flags representing 21 countries

• Warm beach-themed lighting

• Festive multicolored lights creating a celebration atmosphere

• A motivational neon sign encouraging them

• World maps helping them navigate the Hispanic world

• The potential for immersive visual experiences through blackout capabilities and disco lighting

...they experience a profound psychological shift. The classroom becomes a portal to other worlds. Spanish is no longer an abstract subject it's the key to understanding and connecting with millions of people, rich histories, vibrant traditions, and fascinating places.

The Impact on Our Students

Research in educational psychology shows that multisensory, culturally immersive learning environments dramatically increase:

• Student motivation and engagement

• Language retention and recall

• Cultural competence and empathy

• Participation and risk-taking in language production

• Long-term passion for language learning

Our students especially those from underrepresented backgrounds or those who have struggled academically deserve to experience learning as a celebration, not a burden. They deserve a classroom that honors and celebrates the cultures they're studying. They deserve to feel the warmth, the energy, and the joy of the Hispanic world.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

60 students impacted 3 donors
Ms. Vargas Southern Alamance Middle School Grades 6-8

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Graham, NC 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

60 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Briston Spanish Vocabulary Flash Cards – 600 English to Spanish Flashcards with Example Sentences & Pronunciations – Language Learning Cards for Kids & Adults, Classroom, Homeschool Study Set • Amazon Business $40.84 2 $81.68
Hortsun Pack of 2 Fluorescent Light Covers 4 x 2 Feet Magnetic Ceiling Light Cover Room Supplies for Home Office(Beach in Sunny Day) • Amazon Business $12.49 4 $49.96
Tudomro 3 Set 21 Spanish Language Speaking Countries Flags Banner String Latin America Latino International Flags for National Hispanic Events Sports Bars Classroom Decorations Supplies • Amazon Business $15.99 3 $47.97
Party Lights Dj Disco Lights, Strobe Stage Light Sound Activated Laser Llights Projector with Remote Control for Parties Bar Birthday Wedding Holiday Event Live Show Xmas Decorations Lights • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
We Can Do Hard Things Neon Sign, Motivational Neon Light LED Classroom Sign USB Dimmable, for Inspirational Classroom Office Library Neon Light Kids Wall Art Bedroom Birthday Party Backdrop(13.3*10.6In) • Amazon Business $34.19 1 $34.19
RYB HOME Classroom Door Window Cover, Blackout Shades for Classroom Windows and Doors Cover Lockdown Shades, Room Darkening Design Blocks Views, W 12 x L 30, 1 Panel, Sliver Grey • Amazon Business $15.80 2 $31.60
Brizled Color Changing Christmas Lights, 300 LED Christmas String Lights Connectable, 115ft 11 Modes Tree Lights Warm White & Multicolor Clear Wire Xmas Lights Remote for Xmas Party Home • Amazon Business $29.49 1 $29.49
Quarterhouse 7 Poster Spanish World Maps Set, Spanish Classroom Learning Materials for K-12 Students and Teachers, 12 x 18 Inches, Made in USA • Amazon Business $28.49 1 $28.49
Teacher Created Resources Modern Farmhouse Positive Sayings Magnetic Border (TCR77566) • Amazon Business $13.26 2 $26.52
PXBNIUYA 108 LED Sparkly Fairy Tree Lamp, Warm White, Remote Control, USB/Battery, 8 Modes, DIY Bonsai Decor, Festival Decoration Light • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Cosmographics Detailed World Coloring Map - Big - 27.75" x 16.25" Matte Paper • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Hortsun 4 Pcs 4 x 2 Feet Fluorescent Light Covers for Ceiling Classroom Office Magnetic Filters Light Diffusers for Reducing Harsh Glare Flicker Home Decorations (Blue Sky Cloud) • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
NEOONES 12 Pack Wisteria Flower Vines Garland, 3.75 Ft Artificial Flower Strings, Fake Hanging Flowers, Silk Wisteria Garland Flowers, Flower Vine for Wedding Garden Decor (Cream White) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
PARTY JOY 5pcs 41Ft Flower Garland Fake Rose Vine Artificial Flowers Hanging Rose Ivy Hanging Baskets Wedding Arch Garden Background Decor (Pink, 5) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Apeocose 2-Pack Disco Ball Party Lights Sound Activated with Remote Control, 12 Modes Strobe Stage DJ Lights for Home Room Karaoke Dance Party Supplies Birthday Party Decorations White Elephant Gifts • Amazon Business $16.14 1 $16.14
Magictec 300 LED Curtain String Light, 8 Lighting Modes Fairy Twinkle String Lights Wedding Party Home Garden Bedroom Outdoor Indoor Wall Decorations, Warm White • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Caribbean Map (National Geographic Destination Map) • Amazon Business $13.93 1 $13.93
TOMOZ World Map Tapestry Wall Hanging for Kids Student, World Map with Countries and Major Cities Tapestries Educational Tapestry for Bedroom Living Room Dorm Home Decoration 40 x 28Inch • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
gisgfim 19 Pieces Bienvenidos Spanish Posters Spanish Motivational Inspirational Banner with Adhesive Dots for Kids Students Teacher Classroom Decorations • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Zonon Motivational Spanish Industrial Bulletin Board Set Inspirational Quote Posters Work Posters with Welcome Letter and Positive Affirmation for Office Bedroom Wall Art Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
KASZOO 84Ft 12 Pack Artificial Ivy Garland Fake Plants, Vine Hanging Garland with CE Certified 80 LED String Light, Hanging for Home Bedroom Garden Party Wedding Wall Room Decor, Green • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
AuTop 22 Pack Latin America Countries Stick Flags Set Small Mini Spanish Speaking Hand Held Flags,Includ 18 Latin America Countries,5x8 Inch • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
HGOD DESIGNS Funny Llama Pillow Cover Case Decorative I Love Llama Cotton Linen Throw Pillow Case Cushion Cover Standard Pillowcase for Home Sofa Armchair Bedroom Livingroom 18 x 18 inch • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49
NEQUARE Disco Ball DJ Party Lights Sound Activated with Remote Control Strobe Lamp 7 Modes Stage Light for Home Room Dance Parties Karaoke Halloween Christmas Birthday Decorations -1 Pack • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49
Blulu 2 Pieces Bienvenidos Sign Spanish Welcome Banner Spanish Inspirational Poster First Day of School Motivational Banner with 40 Adhesive Dot for Classroom Wall Outdoor Decor(Black Background) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Dominican Republic (Pogo: All Around the World) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
gisgfim 21Pcs Back to School Spanish Classroom Posters Map Travel Bienvenidos Inspirational Spanish Posters Spanish Motivational Poster Spanish Bulletin Board Set for Kid Classroom Office Wall Decor • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Decorably 15 Farmhouse Motivational Spanish Classroom Posters, 11x14in Inspirational, Matte-Laminated School Decor - for Hallways, Bulletin Boards, Home Study Room • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$614.55

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $47.93

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.22

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$701.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$123.83

Total project goal

$825.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $825.53

2 Donors

-$763.76

Donations toward project cost

-$659.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$104.56

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$11.77

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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