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Ms. Lomeli from Chicago, IL is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Readers to Open Worlds Through Words

Help me give my students a classroom library to life, fostering literacy, cultural awareness, and a love for reading in Spanish language learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Lomeli's classroom raised $316

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

The books and materials I’m requesting will make a huge difference in my students' learning by providing them with engaging, age-appropriate, and culturally relevant resources that reflect their lived experiences and open doors to new perspectives. A diverse selection of books will support literacy development by offering varied levels of reading, building vocabulary, and improving comprehension skills. These books will also foster a love for reading, making students more motivated to engage in their language studies outside of class time. With these resources, my students will be able to explore different genres, cultures, and themes, all while improving their Spanish fluency.

The goal of this project is to create a vibrant and welcoming classroom library that supports language acquisition, cultural exploration, and personal growth.

I aim to provide a range of books that allow students to explore literature in Spanish that resonates with them, helps develop critical thinking, and connects them to the Spanish-speaking world. Ultimately, I want to create a space where students feel empowered and excited to read, knowing that the books on the shelves represent their voices, values, and interests.

My students are special because they come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique perspectives to the classroom. Many of them are heritage speakers, meaning they have a deep connection to the language and culture, and their stories enrich our learning environment. They are curious, passionate, and eager to connect with the material in ways that are personal and meaningful to them. The diversity in our classroom fosters a rich supportive and collaborative environment where students learn from one another and are encouraged to embrace both their cultural identities and the Spanish language.

Ms. Lomeli Hubbard High School Grades 9-12

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

144 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Rotating Bookshelf, Revolving Bookcase, Spinning Book Shelf, 4 Tier, 18.2” W x 50.6” H, White, Wood, 360 Degrees Bookshelves, Floor Stand, Rotation Display Tower, Stackable, Round, for Kids, Children • Amazon Business $97.01 1 $97.01
Rose Gold Office Supplies Set 11PCS, Aibocn Desk Accessories Stapler, Staple Remover, 1000pcs Staples, Tape Holder, Pen Holder, Pen, Scissors, Binder/Clips and Ruler, Gift for Students and Coworkers • Amazon Business $25.49 1 $25.49
Large Binder Clips 2 Inch (60 Pack), Extra Large Binder Clips Big Paper Clamps for Office and Home Supplies, Black • Amazon Business $17.98 1 $17.98
Yo no soy tu perfecta hija mexicana / I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $8.49 2 $16.98
Senderos fronterizos: Breaking Through Spanish Edition (Cajas de carton, 2) • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
Abuela, Don't Forget Me (YA paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $13.00 1 $13.00
La vida es complicada (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $9.50 1 $9.50
La chica nueva (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $9.50 1 $9.50
Cajas de cartón: The Circuit (Spanish Edition) (Cajas de carton, 1) • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49
Pasos Firmes: Taking Hold (Spanish Edition) (Cajas de carton, 4) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Mas alla de mi Reaching Out Spanish Edition (Cajas de carton, 3) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Binder Clips,Large Binder Clips 24 PCS,Small Binder Clips,Binder Clips Large,1.6 In. Clips Office Supplies,Metal Clips,Binder Clip,Paper Clamps,Office Clips,Paper Binder Clips,Big Binder Clips FXJHUDH • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$234.90

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$268.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$47.37

Total project goal

$315.79

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$315.79

1 Donor

-$315.79

Donations toward project cost

-$268.42

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.37

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$0.00

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