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Ms. Melissa from Monterey, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering RSP Students Through Engaging Learning Tools

Help me give my students the printer, calculators, headphones, and other tools they need to succeed.

  • $990 goal

This project expired on August 6, 2025.

This project expired on August 6, 2025.

My Project

My students are incredible, resilient learners who benefit from specialized instruction to support their diverse learning needs. They are middle schoolers in the RSP program, working hard to overcome challenges in reading, writing, and math. Many of my students struggle with focus, organization, and confidence in their abilities, but with the right tools, they can thrive.

Despite their challenges, my students are eager to learn, especially when they have engaging materials that support their unique learning styles.

Hands-on activities, visual aids, and assistive technology can make a world of difference in their academic success.

Ms. Melissa Monte Vista TK-8 School Grades 6-8 Monterey, CA View local requests

More than a third 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

19 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP - OfficeJet 8015e Wireless All-In-One Inkjet Printer with 6 months of Instant Ink Included with HP+ - White • Best Buy Education $99.99 1 $99.99
Texas Instruments - TI-30XS MultiView - Blue • Best Buy Education $19.98 5 $99.90
Apple Pencil - stylus for tablet - USB-C • Best Buy Education $79.00 1 $79.00
Sony - ZX Series Wired On-Ear Headphones - Black • Best Buy Education $10.00 5 $50.00
Lakeshore Giant Alphabet Beads • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Hot Chips Snacks Variety Pack for Adults - Fiery Spicy Snack Bag Care Package - Gift Box Bulk Assortment (30 pack) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Kits for Kidz Healthy Household Bucket Kit • School Specialty $39.00 1 $39.00
Ultimate Variety Sampler Care Package - Gift Package, Snacks, Chips, Cookies, Bars, Candies, Nuts Gift Box, Great for HALLOWEEN, Christmas, Thanks Giving, Office Meetings ,Friends & Family, Military,College Students (50 Count) • Amazon Business $35.97 1 $35.97
Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, 3oz, Back to School Gifts & Prizes for Students & Classroom, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $30.09 1 $30.09
Melissa & Doug? See & Spell Learning Toy • Quill.com $28.67 1 $28.67
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys 40PCS • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
EXPO Chisel Tip Dry Erase Markers, Low-Odor Assorted Colors, Pack of 36 - Ideal for Classrooms, Offices, and Homes • Amazon Business $21.31 1 $21.31
Chichalk Clip Connect 120 Piece Building Blocks | Diameter 1.26", STEM Building Toys Set Kindergarten Math Manipulatives for Kids Boys Girls, Educational Preschool Toys Activities Homeschool Supplies • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
RAINBOW TOYFROG Snap-N-Twist Building Blocks - 270 Piece Set of Flexible Interlocking Math Manipulatives - Open Ended STEM Toys for 5 to 12 Year Old Boys & Girls - Indoor Recess Games for Classroom • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Sharpie Glam Pop Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted 24/Pack (2185229) • Staples $17.32 1 $17.32
ZOnFRTO 64 Packs Galaxy Putty Slime, Party Favor for Kids Girls & Boys, Adults, Non Sticky, Unscented,Stress & Anxiety Relief, Wet, Super Soft Sludge Toy • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack 75 Wipes/Container 3/Pack (30208) • Staples $14.99 1 $14.99
Mastering Multiplication Dominoes • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 1 $12.99
LEGO Minifigures Series 23 71034 Limited-Edition Building Toy Set; Imaginative Gift for Kids, Boys and Girls Ages 5+ (1 of 12 to Collect) • Amazon Business $12.93 1 $12.93
Benzem 50 Pcs Mini Pull Back Cars Set, Pull Back Racing Vehicles for Kids Toddlers, Bulk Toys Party Favors Treasure Box, Classroom Prizes, Pinata Fillers,Goodie Bag Stuffers for Boys Girls • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
CVC CVVC Word Builder, CVC Word Games, Phonics Games Flash Cards for Preschool Kindergarten Classroom Montessori Special Education Phonics Manipulatives Spelling Toy for Learning and Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$716.07

Vendor shipping charges

$18.50

Sales tax

$65.52

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$840.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$148.38

Total project goal

$989.21

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