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Ms. Contreras from Monterey Park, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Every Child Can Learn, Just Not in the Same Way

Help me give my students the adaptive materials they need to be successful this school year.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Contreras's classroom raised $361

This project is fully funded

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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 Students

I teach 3/4 grade students with multiple disabilities and orthopedic impairments, at a school located in East Los Angeles, California.

The majority of my students are non-verbal and have limited motor movement which impacts their ability to progress in the general education curriculum to such a degree that their instruction is based on the alternate achievement standards using the alternate curriculum.

My students require supports such as small class setting, hand under hand assistance, verbal/visual prompts and cues, all work broken down into smaller steps with continual repetition, simple short language, pictures to help express wants and needs, and simple one step directions.

My Project

The majority of my students are non-verbal and rely on picture exchange to communicate. Many of the images that are used are printed and laminated so they can be used by all my students. My students complete activities such cut and paste, and grabbing and sticking images to designated areas with the use of velcro. My students also require adaptive equipment such as adaptive scissors, pencil grips, and holders to help them learn and work on projects in the classroom. My students learn best through much multi-sensory and kinesthetic activities. Donating will help supply my students with material/equipment that will help them succeed throughout the school year.

"Special education doesn't mean that a student is incapable of learning, it means that they may need different supports in order to succeed."

Ms. Contreras Robert Hill Lane 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.

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More than three‑quarters 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ARTEZA Tempera Paint Set for Kids (13.5 US fl oz./400 ml), 16 Rich, Non-Toxic, and Washable Colors Ideal for Finger Painting, Sponge Painting, and Poster Painting • Amazon Business $39.98 1 $39.98
EazyHold Infant to Child Eating Aids, Universal Cuff Adaptive Utensil Holder (5 Pack) for Pediatric Special Needs – Adaptive Utensil – Occupational Therapy, Special Education Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Elmer's Disappearing Purple School Glue Sticks, Washable, 22 Gram, 30 Count (E605) • Amazon Business $28.98 1 $28.98
SolarMatrix 2-Pack Loop Scissors for Kids - Easy Grip, Easy Opening, Adapted Scissors for Special Needs, Safety Blade, Round Tip, Recommended by Hundreds of Occupational Therapists [2019 Upgraded] • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 8.9 x 11.4-Inches, 3 mil thick, 200-Pack, Clear (TP3854-200) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Washable Dot Markers for Kids with Free Activity Book | Large 10 Colors Set | Water-Based Non Toxic Paint Daubers | Dab Marker Kit for Toddlers & Preschoolers | Fun Art Supplies by Chalkola • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
U.S. Art Supply 10 Piece Children's No Spill Paint Cups with Colored Lids and 10 Piece Large Round Brush Set with Plastic Handles • Amazon Business $16.96 1 $16.96
AmazonBasics AMZ401 File Folders - Letter Size (100 Pack) – Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $14.77 1 $14.77
Self Adhesive Dots, Strong Adhesive 600pcs(300 Pairs) 6 color 3/4" Diameter Sticky Back Coins Nylon Coins, Hook & Loop Dots with Waterproof Sticky Glue Coins Tapes, Suitable for Classroom, Office, Hom • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Jackwood 36 Feet Self Adhesive Hook and Loop Tape Roll Sticky Back Strip Adhesive Backed Fabric Fastener Mounting Tape for Picture and Tools Hanging Pedal Board Fastening (3/4 INCH, White) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Self Adhesive Dots, Strong Adhesive 500pcs(250 Pairs) 3/4" Diameter Sticky Back Coins Nylon Coins, Hook & Loop Dots with Waterproof Sticky Glue Coins Tapes, Very Suitable for Classroom, Office, Home • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Special Supplies Loop Scissors for Teens and Adults 8 Inches (3-Pack) Colorful Looped, Adaptive Design, Right and Lefty Support, Small, Easy-Open Squeeze Handles, Supports Elderly and Special Needs • Amazon Business $9.90 1 $9.90

Materials cost

$249.47

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $22.83

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$306.04

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$54.01

Total project goal

$360.05

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $360.05

1 Donor

-$180.02

Donations toward project cost

-$153.02

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.00

match offer

-$180.02

Match offer toward project cost

-$153.02

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.00

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