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Mr. Alfaro from Chicago, IL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Bilingual Learners with Tools for Success

Help me give my students essential supplies like headsets, classroom organization tools, and engaging learning resources to create a dynamic and organized bilingual learning environment.

  • $882 goal

This project expired on February 23, 2025.

This project expired on February 23, 2025.

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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 teach an incredible group of bilingual fourth-grade students, many of whom are newcomers to the U.S. They bring such richness and diversity to the classroom, yet they face unique challenges as they learn both academic content and a new language. These resources will be transformative in creating a dynamic and engaging learning environment. The headsets will allow my students to immerse themselves in language learning, using technology to build their skills with apps and listening activities. Organizational tools, such as the mail center and shoe organizers, will help create a structured, welcoming space where students can access materials easily, promoting independence and responsibility. The interactive resources, like the plasma ball, world globe, and racetrack playmat, will stimulate their curiosity and creativity during brain breaks and exploration time, fostering a love for learning. My students are determined, hardworking, and full of potential, and with your support, we can provide them with the tools they need to thrive in both language and content areas.

By donating to our project, you are not just contributing supplies; you are giving my students an opportunity to feel confident, curious, and successful in their bilingual journey.

Thanks so much!

Mr. Alfaro Patrick Henry Elementary School 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.

Chicago, IL 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

Never Before Funded 28 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
V7 Stereo Headset, Over-the-Head, Black/Dark Gray (HA212-BULK) • Quill.com $14.99 30 $449.70
Advantus World Globe with Silver Base, 12 x 12 in - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $104.02 1 $104.02
Really Good Stuff Classroom Mail Center - 27 Slots, Black - Office Mailboxes, Mail Sorter, Classroom Organization, Mailbox Organizer for Students and Teachers • Amazon Business $66.49 1 $66.49
Lava Lamp Original Brand 20 oz - Yellow Wax with Purple Liquid • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
REGELETO 2 Pack 28 Pocket Over the Door Shoe Organzier, Hanging Shoe Rack for Door Large Capacity Shoe Organizer Holder with 4 Metal Hooks (White-2Pack) • Amazon Business $19.19 1 $19.19
Oriate Kids Toy Dream Mat Racetrack Activity Playmat, Ideal Fun Carpet Racing Map for Bedroom Playroom, 47" X 31" Pretend Play Rug Safely Have Fun, Great for Playing with Car Toys Truck Toy • Amazon Business $15.19 1 $15.19
Brewish 3 inch Plasma Ball Lamp Touch Sensitive Novelty Nebula Sphere Globe Magical Orb Toy Gift for Kids, Men & Women for Birthday, Christmas, Party Celebrations (3 INCH) - USB & Battery Powered • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49

Materials cost

$698.07

Vendor shipping charges

$10.40

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.47

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$748.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$132.17

Total project goal

$881.11

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