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Mr. Toro from Washington, DC is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Students Through Language and Culture

Help me give my students some fun learning ESL through games and creativity.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Toro's classroom raised $807

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

We believe in the power of language and culture to foster understanding, creativity, and community. Recently, I launched the Bilingual Fun and Culture Club, a space where students can explore the diverse languages and cultural traditions that make our school unique. This club has quickly gained popularity, offering a vibrant and engaging environment where students practice language skills, participate in cultural activities, and develop a deeper appreciation for the world around them. To continue expanding the impact of this club and ensure all students remain actively involved, we need your support.

The club has already fostered collaboration and enthusiasm among students, but to take it to the next level, we require additional resources.

With your funding, we plan to purchase materials such as bilingual books, cultural artifacts, craft supplies for hands-on activities, and language learning games. These resources will allow us to enrich our lessons, making them more interactive and enjoyable, and provide our students with tangible tools to practice their new skills outside of the classroom. Engaged students are more likely to embrace diverse perspectives, and with the right materials, we can help spark a lifelong love for learning and cultural exploration.

Investing in the Bilingual Fun and Culture Club is an investment in the future of our students. By providing them with the opportunity to immerse themselves in a variety of languages and cultures, we are not only preparing them for a globalized world but also fostering a welcoming and inclusive school community. Your support will have a lasting impact, allowing us to provide an enriching experience that will benefit students for years to come. Thank you for considering our request, and we look forward to partnering with you to make this project a success.

Mr. Toro Garnet-Patterson S.T.A.Y. Opportunity Academy Grades 9-12

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.

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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

300 students impacted 17donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP - Smart Tank 5101 Wireless All-In-One Supertank Inkjet Printer with up to 2 Years of Ink Included - White • Best Buy Education $136.62 1 $136.62
Scotch Brand Scotch TL906 Thermal Laminator, Never Jam Technology Automatically Prevents Misfed Items, 2 Roller System , 9 inch (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $77.90 1 $77.90
Sony MDR ZX110NC Noise Cancelling Headphones, Black (MDRZX110NC) • Quill.com $56.99 1 $56.99
Peanut Free Snacks & Tree Nut-Free Snacks Variety Pack - Allergy Friendly Snacks for Kids Individually Wrapped - Cookies, Candy, Crackers, Chips - Bulk Assortment (58 Count) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
200 Teens Conversation Cards - Connecting Parents with their Teenagers - Reduce Screentime with Fun & Deep Conversation - Avoid Conflict, Improve Communication & Learn More About Your Teen Boy or Girl • Amazon Business $29.97 1 $29.97
Utz Snack Variety Pack Individual Snacks, Includes Potato Chips, Cheese Curls, Popcorn, and Party Mix, Crunchy Travel Snacks for Lunches, Vending Machines, and Enjoying on the Go (Pack of 42) • Amazon Business $14.38 2 $28.76
Bostitch Impulse 25 Sheet Electric Stapler Value Pack - Heavy Duty, No-Jam with Trusted Warranty Guaranteed by Bostitch, Black (02638) • Amazon Business $28.42 1 $28.42
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches,200 Pack Laminating Sheets,3 Mil,8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Education Supplies & Craft Supplies, For Use With Thermal Laminators, Letter Size Sheets • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
X-ACTO Pencil Sharpener, SchoolPro Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy Duty Electric Pencil Sharpener for School, Classroom and Teacher Supplies, Perfect Addition to Homeschooling Supplies, Black • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Pringles Snack Stack Variety Pack Crisps, 27 Tubs /Carton (3800018263) • Quill.com $26.99 1 $26.99
Bluetooth Speaker with HD Sound, Portable Wireless, IPX5 Waterproof, Up to 20H Playtime, TWS Pairing, BT5.3, for Home/Party/Outdoor/Beach, Electronic Gadgets, Birthday Gift (Black) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Hanaive 12 Pcs Learning Conversation Cubes Social Emotional Learning Activities Family Dice Game Speech Therapy For Kids Teacher Family Classroom (Foam) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Opposites Matching Flash Cards | 40 Language Builder Picture Cards | Picture Cards for Speech Therapy | ABA Therapy Materials | ESL Games | Toddler Flash Cards | Flash Cards for Kids | Therapy Game • Amazon Business $15.95 1 $15.95
AGO QnA Yellow ESL Card Game - Level 2.5. A Fun English Language Learning Game for EFL/ESL Students - Build Vocabulary, Grammar and Conversation Skills! • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
IMPRESA How I'm Feeling - 54 Sentence Completion Cards to Get Children Talking About Their Feelings - Ideal for Parents, Teachers, Therapists and More • Amazon Business $14.84 1 $14.84
BOHS English Literacy Wiz Fun Game - Upper Case Sight Words - 60 Flash Cards - Preschool Language Learning Educational Toys • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
Sharpie Flip Chart Markers, Bullet Tip, Assorted Colors, Set of 8 • School Specialty $10.12 1 $10.12
ESL Games for Teens & Adults: No Prep ESL Games for the Classroom. Perfect Teaching Materials for TEFL Lesson Plans (Games, Warmers & Fillers) (ESL Activities) • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Juvale Conversation Starters Cubes, Kids Educational Games (3 Colors, 1.5 In, 6 Pack) • Amazon Business $8.09 1 $8.09

Materials cost

$608.48

Vendor shipping charges

$1.01

Sales tax

$36.51

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.13

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$685.13

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$120.91

Total project goal

$806.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$806.04

15 Donors

-$649.52

Donations toward project cost

-$552.09

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$97.43

Matching donations from our partners

-$156.52

Match offers toward project cost

-$133.04

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.48

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$0.00

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