You're on track to get doubled donations (and unlock a reward for the colleague who referred you). Keep up the great work!
Take credit for your charitable giving! Check out your tax receipts
Donate
To use your $50 gift card credits, find a project to fund and we'll automatically apply your credits at checkout. Find a classroom project
Menu
Skip to main content

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

Your school email address was successfully verified.

This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Arroyo from Pacoima CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

See what Ms. Arroyo is requesting

Curiosity Corner: Reading About Phenomena

Help me give my students an library that will inspire curiosity and cultivate a love for reading.

  • Be the first to donate!
  • $560 still needed

expires Sep 06

2X
2X
Donations doubled!
  • Be the first to donate!
  • $560 still needed
Give

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

The specific items we are requesting for our science library will profoundly impact our students' learning experiences. By providing a diverse selection of books, I aim to cater to various learning styles and interests within the realm of science. Books on topics ranging from biology to astronomy will engage students' curiosity and deepen their understanding of scientific concepts. Overall, these resources will empower our students to become active participants in their scientific education, sparking a lifelong love for learning and discovery.

Our primary goal for this project is to establish a vibrant and comprehensive science library that serves as a hub for exploration, discovery, and inquiry-based learning.

By fostering a culture of curiosity and inquiry, I seek to empower my students to become active participants in their own learning journey. Furthermore, the objective is to cultivate a deep appreciation for the wonders of the natural world and inspire the next generation of scientists, innovators, and problem solvers.

Our students are a remarkable group of young individuals who possess a thirst for knowledge and a passion for exploration. They come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique perspectives to the classroom, enriching our learning community with their creativity, curiosity, and enthusiasm. What truly sets our students apart is their unwavering determination to overcome challenges and their willingness to collaborate and support one another.

Ms. Arroyo
Never Before Funded Grades 6-8

Boost your odds

Add a profile photo in addition to your classroom photo. If you add a photo, it'll show up right here on your project page.

You are more likely to receive funding if you put a face to your name.

Upload a photo

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

You donate directly to the teacher or project you care about and see where every dollar you give goes.

Expand the "Where your donation goes" section below to see exactly what Ms. Arroyo is requesting.

See our finances

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

You can start a project with the same resources being requested here!

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Teacher Created Materials Let's Explore Earth and Space Books, Grades 4 to 5, Set of 10, Spanish - Grades 4-5 - Kids • School Specialty $130.49 1 $130.49
Childcraft Physical Science Books for Kids, Varied Themes, Set of 10 - Elementary-Middle School • School Specialty $102.59 1 $102.59
Lakeshore Properties of Earth Book Library - Gr. 4-6 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $53.50 1 $53.50
HOMIDEC Book Shelf 16 Cubes Bookcase Bookshelf Cube Storage Organizer Portable Display Bookshelf Kids Bookshelf Book Case for Study Room,Bedroom,Office,Living Room,Closet (47.2x11.8x47.2 inch) • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
The Fascinating Space Book for Kids: 500 Far-Out Facts! (Fascinating Facts) • Amazon Business $13.71 1 $13.71
Climate and Weather Books for Kids Children's Earth Sciences Books • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
The Fascinating Science Book for Kids: 500 Amazing Facts! (Fascinating Facts) • Amazon Business $10.80 1 $10.80
Harvesting Solar, Wind and Tidal Power - Environment for Kids Children's Earth Sciences Books • Amazon Business $10.29 1 $10.29

Materials cost

$379.36

Vendor shipping charges

 $25.99

Sales tax

 $34.71

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$475.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.96

Total project goal

$559.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $559.71

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $559.71

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

View complete list Show less

Give back to your community

Find opportunities to impact local needs by exploring a map of classroom projects near you.

See local area

Project Activity

Project Activity
Back to top

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Arroyo and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.

See how DonorsChoose works
{"pmaHash":"","schoolCity":"Pacoima","showProjectRecommendations":true,"teachersOnPage":[9486667],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"CA","teacherPossessivePronoun":"her","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":3,"name":"Middle School"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"proposalId":8385999,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":0,"completingDonationAmount":280,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":false,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/curiosity-corner-reading-about-phenome/8385999/","verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":true,"mayHaveReplacements":false,"numStudents":110,"teacherScreenName":"Ms. Arroyo","isEquityFocus":true,"authorIds":{"9486667":{"owner":"Ms. Arroyo","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":0.0,"proposalsOnPage":[8385999],"proposalHash":"-400377201","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":0.00,"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/136/teacher-placeholder-4_136.png","teacherHasProfilePhoto":false,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":6,"teacherChallengeId":22312174,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":null,"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":9486667,"schoolCounty":"Los Angeles","fullyFunded":false,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":false,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"CA","name":"California"}}
Supporting teachers and students since 2000

DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a classroom in need. Public school teachers from every corner of America create classroom project requests, and you can give any amount to the project that inspires you.

We've earned the highest possible ratings from Better Business Bureau, Charity Watch, Charity Navigator, and Guidestar.