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Mr. POVEDA from Waterbury, CT is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Illuminating Futures: Empower Spanish Education for 4th to 8th Graders

Help me give my students every page of these books that contains a world of knowledge and imagination, to inspire and empower my students on their learning journey.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. POVEDA's classroom raised $215

This project is fully funded

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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

"Unlocking Potential: Enhancing Education for 4th to 8th Graders in Spanish Class"

In a world where education is paramount, we have a unique chance to shape the destinies of 4th to 8th-grade students through enriched Spanish learning.

This essay explores the importance of equipping young minds with tools (books) to excel academically and beyond, nurturing a lifelong passion for learning.

Education holds transformative power, breaking barriers and revealing new horizons. Students at this pivotal stage hunger for knowledge. Elevating their Spanish education imparts communication skills and cultural awareness, opening doors to diverse perspectives.

The impact extends past classrooms. Students carry this foundation as they progress, excelling in various fields, interacting confidently with diverse peers, and engaging in a globalized world. Our support sets an educational precedent, inspiring self-investment.

Challenges exist, including limited resources. Collective action is vital. By pooling monetary or material resources, we create an enriching environment that fosters curiosity and growth. Contributions create a ripple effect of positive change, impacting lives and communities.

In conclusion, enhancing Spanish education for 4th to 8th graders molds future leaders, thinkers, and communicators. Enriched language learning equips them academically, culturally, and personally. Today's investment fuels tomorrow's brightness.

Mr. POVEDA Michael Wallace Middle School Grades 3-5

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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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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Dr. Seuss Beginner Book Collection - 6 Book Set - Spanish • AKJ Education $47.26 1 $47.26
Hombre Mosca Collection - Fly Guy Collection - 6 Book Set - Spanish • AKJ Education $23.61 2 $47.22
Coleccion Luz Verde Collection - Green Light Readers Collection - 9 Book Set - Spanish • AKJ Education $39.32 1 $39.32
Bilingual Fairy Tales Collection - 5 Book Set - Spanish • AKJ Education $16.52 1 $16.52

Materials cost

$150.32

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$182.57

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$32.22

Total project goal

$214.79

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$214.79

4 Donors

-$214.79

Donations toward project cost

-$182.57

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.22

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$0.00

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