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Ms. Pacher from Taylorsville, UT is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Young Minds: Support Our Elementary Classroom!

Help me give my students headphones, lap boards, writing supplies, and books to directly benefit our students' learning experience.

  • $1,113 goal

This project expired on July 27, 2025.

This project expired on July 27, 2025.

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

This project for my classroom aims to enhance the learning experience of my students by providing them with specific items that will make a significant difference in their education. By requesting items such as emotional support books, art supplies, headphones, and phonics materials, we aim to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment that caters to the diverse needs and interests of our students.

The specific items we are requesting will make a difference in their learning by promoting hands-on, experiential learning.

Our goals for this project are to create a stimulating and inclusive classroom environment that empowers our students to explore, create, and learn. We aim to foster a love for learning, promote creativity, and provide opportunities for every student to thrive academically and personally.

What makes our students special is their incredible diversity and unique talents. Our classroom is comprised of students from various cultural backgrounds, each bringing their own experiences and perspectives to our learning community. Our students are resilient, creative, and eager to learn, and we are dedicated to providing them with the resources and opportunities they deserve to succeed.

With your support, we can create a learning environment that celebrates diversity, promotes creativity, and empowers every student to reach their full potential. Your contribution will make a meaningful impact on the educational journey of our students and help us create a brighter future for the next generation.

Ms. Pacher Vista Elementary School Grades PreK-2 Taylorsville, UT View local requests

Half 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
CN-Outlet Kids Headphones with Microphone for School 4 Pack Wired Classroom Headsets Class Set Students Children Boys Girls Teen and Adults (Mixed Colors) (Mixed Colors) • Amazon Business $29.95 9 $269.55
MasterVision Dry Erase Double-Sided Lap Boards -8-1/4" x 11-7/10", Package of 30 • Blick Art Materials $68.66 1 $68.66
Do-a-Dot Art Markers - Class Pack, Set of 25 • Blick Art Materials $66.95 1 $66.95
Crayola© Original 10-Color Fine-Tip Marker Classpack© of 200 • Nasco $66.40 1 $66.40
Bonuci 30 Pcs USB Wired Mouse Computer 3 Button Mice Bulk Corded USB Mouse for PC Desktop Laptop Computer Office School Home Classroom Supplies (Black) • Amazon Business $45.99 1 $45.99
Elmer's Glue-All - 128 oz • Blick Art Materials $22.94 2 $45.88
Lakeshore Word Mapping Write & Wipe Boards • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Insect Lore Butterfly Farm Science Manipulative for Students (ILP1015) • Quill.com $36.07 1 $36.07
SaiTech IT 50 Pack Mouse Pad with Stitched Edges Non-Slip Rubber Base, Premium-Textured and Waterproof Mousepads Bulk, Mouse Pad for Computers, Laptop (8.66 x 7.1 Inch) - Black • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $33.79 1 $33.79
Lakeshore Giant Magnetic Graph & Array Chart • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Plush Toys with Feelings Book Box Set • Amazon Business $27.68 1 $27.68
Hombre Mosca Colecci?n - Fly Guy Spanish Collection - 6 Book Set - Collection • AKJ Education $25.51 1 $25.51
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 100 Count, Clear, 5 mil., Laminate Business Cards, Banners and Essays, Ideal Office or School Supplies, Fits Letter Sized Paper (8.9 in. × 11.4 in.) • Amazon Business $23.70 1 $23.70
Prang Shades of Me Construction Paper - 9" x 12", 50 Sheets • Blick Art Materials $3.56 6 $21.36
Mi Familia: A Mexican American Family (Spanish edition paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $15.00 1 $15.00
Crayola Construction Paper - 9" x 12", 12 Assorted Colors, Pkg of 240 • Blick Art Materials $7.06 2 $14.12
Como Yo / Like Me SPANISH Edition (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $12.00 1 $12.00
¿De dónde eres?: Where Are You From? (Spanish edition) • Amazon Business $11.86 1 $11.86
SPACE for bilingual kids Espacio para niños pequeños bilingües: English-Spanish Edition Libro Bilingüe Inglés-Español (Bilingual Brainbox English-Spanish Books For Children) • Amazon Business $9.12 1 $9.12

Materials cost

$898.61

Vendor shipping charges

$3.50

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$945.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$166.87

Total project goal

$1,112.46

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