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Ms. Almanzar from Bronx, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empower Student Voices: Journals to Unlock Creative Expression

Help me give my students journals to help promote creative expression in the classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Almanzar's classroom raised $295

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

As an educator, my goal is to provide my students with the tools they need to succeed both academically and personally. One key resource I believe can significantly impact their learning journey is a personal journal. I am requesting funding to supply each of my students with their own journal, which will serve as a space for them to express their thoughts, ideas, and creativity freely.

These journals will make a substantial difference in their learning by encouraging regular writing practice, which is crucial for improving literacy skills.

By expressing themselves through writing, students will enhance their ability to articulate thoughts and emotions, leading to better communication skills. Additionally, journaling can serve as a therapeutic outlet, helping students manage stress and develop a stronger sense of self-awareness.

The primary goal of this project is to foster a love for writing and self-expression among my students. I aim to create an environment where they feel safe and inspired to share their unique perspectives. By incorporating journal writing into our daily routine, I hope to build their confidence in their abilities and provide them with a lifelong tool for personal growth.

What makes my students special is their diverse backgrounds and experiences. They bring a wide range of perspectives and creativity into the classroom, and I want to ensure that each of them has the opportunity to explore and express their individuality. Many of my students face challenges outside the classroom, and having a journal can provide them with a sense of stability and a private space to reflect.

With your support, we can equip these young minds with the essential tools they need to thrive academically and personally. Let's empower them to unlock their creativity and achieve their fullest potential.

Ms. Almanzar Leaders of Excellence, Advocacy, & Discovery Grades 3-5

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.

Bronx, NY View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

35 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
24 Pack Journal Notebook for Work, Feela Business Notebook Bulk Hardcover Lined Writing Journal with Pen Holder for Men Women Note Taking, with 24 Black Pens, 120 GSM, 5.1”x8.3”, A5, Black • Amazon Business $79.99 2 $159.98
iBayam Colored Pens for Journaling Note Taking, 36 Vibrant Colors Fineliner Pens for Office School Teacher Student Classroom Supplies, Journal Planner Writing Back to School Supplies, Fine Tip Markers • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
LIFEBE 300Pcs Mental Health Stickers Mental Health Awareness Stickers for Laptop, Water Bottles, Luggage, Computer, Aesthetic Decal for Teens and Adults • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
LIFEBE 300pcs Inspirational Stickers for Laptop, Motivational Stickers for Water Bottles Skateboard Phone Computer Bicycle, Vinyl Waterproof Positive Quote Stickers for Teens Adults • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Sweatpants & Coffee: The Anxiety Blob Comfort and Encouragement Journal: Prompts and exercises for letting go of worry and finding inner peace • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
500 Journal Prompts: For Mental Health, Creativity, and Personal Exploration • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$216.92

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$250.17

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$44.15

Total project goal

$294.32

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$294.32

1 Donor

-$294.32

Donations toward project cost

-$250.17

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$44.15

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$0.00

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