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Mrs. Quintana from Albuquerque, NM is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empower Learning: Rewards, Headphones & Organization for Success

Help me give my students simple classroom rewards, headphones, and organizers for supplies to motivate them, support their learning with technology, and keep our classroom organized for a more focused and successful environment.

  • $616 goal

This project expired on September 15, 2025.

This project expired on September 15, 2025.

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 continually inspired by my students’ curiosity, resilience, and enthusiasm for learning. They come to school each day ready to explore new ideas and support one another. Simple classroom rewards will help motivate them to stay engaged and celebrate their achievements, creating a positive and encouraging classroom culture.

Headphones are essential for focused, individualized learning.

They allow students to participate in digital lessons and activities without distractions, helping each child concentrate better and learn at their own pace.

Organizers will keep our classroom supplies tidy and easy to access. This helps students develop responsibility and independence while creating a calm, well-structured environment. Together, these resources will support every student’s success and make them feel valued.

Mrs. Quintana Chaparral Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Albuquerque, NM View local requests

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

65 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
AILIHEN Kids Headphones Bulk 10-Pack for K-12 School Classroom, On-Ear Wired Headset with Microphone for Students Children with 93dB Volume Limited, 3.5mm Jack for Chromebooks Tablets Laptop Computer • Amazon Business $77.00 2 $154.00
MEDIMALL 15 Drawers Rolling Storage Cart, Multipurpose Craft Storage Cart with Wheels, Mobile Tools Scrapbook Paper Organizer Cart for School Home Office Use (Black) • Amazon Business $82.99 1 $82.99
Swingline ClassicCut Lite Guillotine Trimmer 12 Cut Length 10 Sheet Capacity Gray (9312) • Staples $35.52 1 $35.52
SATINIOR 24 Pcs Privacy Folders for Students, 12 Colors Desk Dividers Classroom Privacy Boards, Testing Dividers for Classroom Bulk, Study Panel for School Teacher Student(Vibrant Style) • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Hoteam 10 Pcs Flat Storage Tray Organizer Bin Letter Size Paper Trays for Classroom Art Activity Plastic Stackable File Organizer for School Office Teacher Book Organization(Black) • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener for Colored Pencils 7-11.5mm, Robot Pencil Sharpener, Fully Automatic Rechargeable Hands-Free Pencil Sharpener for Large Pencils, Home, Classroom, Battery Operated • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
EXPO Wet Erase Semi-Permanent Markers, Ultra Fine Point, Assorted Colors, Set of 12 • School Specialty $26.02 1 $26.02
Electronic Whistle, 3 Pack Handheld Electronic Whistles Electric Whistle with Lanyard Three Tone Distinct High Volume Outdoor Sport Whistle for Coaches, Referees, P.E. Teacher • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Fine Tip, Gold Metallic, 12/Pack (1823887) • Quill.com $23.75 1 $23.75
Secura 60-Minute Visual Timer, 7.5 Inch Oversize Countdown Timer Clock for Kids and Adults, Durable Mechanical Time Management Tool with Magnetic Backing(Taupe) • Amazon Business $13.03 1 $13.03
300 Pcs Scratch and Sniff Sticker for Kids Smelly Scented Motivational Stickers Reward Stickers Teacher Stickers Incentive Positive Stickers for Student Classroom Chart School Supplies (Ice Cream) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Tageenla 3D Animal Scratch and Sniff Stickers - 45 Sheets Scented Stickers, 9 Different Scents Smelly Stickers - Reward Stickers for Kids, Teachers, Classroom • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$483.25

Vendor shipping charges

$2.60

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$523.10

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$92.31

Total project goal

$615.41

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