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Ms. Gladys Garcia from Seattle, WA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Independent Scholars!

Help me give my students a chance to make independent choices throughout their day by allowing me to organize their materials in a child friendly environment with photo organizers, work cubbies, and book bins!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Gladys Garcia's classroom raised $241

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

As a teacher, I absolutely love incorporating kindergarten mailboxes and book containers in my classroom because they transform the learning environment into a space where each child feels valued and empowered. When I see my students eagerly checking their mailboxes, it fills me with joy to know they are taking ownership of their learning. Each mailbox becomes a personal treasure trove where they can find their assignments, notes, and even little surprises from me. This simple act of managing their own materials not only fosters a sense of responsibility but also helps them develop vital organizational skills that will serve them well throughout their education.

Similarly, book containers spark a genuine enthusiasm for reading.

Watching my students select their favorite books and arrange them in their own containers is truly heartwarming. It’s a moment when I see their personalities shine through, as they choose stories that resonate with their interests and imaginations. These containers encourage them to explore new genres and share their discoveries with classmates, fostering a sense of community and collaboration. By providing this space for choice and independence, I’m not just helping them become better readers; I’m nurturing confident learners who are excited to take charge of their educational journey. In my classroom, these tools are more than just organizational aids—they’re gateways to a lifelong love of learning!

Ms. Gladys Garcia Hilltop Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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.

Seattle, WA View local requests

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

36 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Really Good Stuff Classroom Mail Center - 27 Slots, Black - Office Mailboxes, Mail Sorter, Classroom Organization, Mailbox Organizer for Students and Teachers • Amazon Business $76.04 1 $76.04
Really Good Stuff Durable Book and Binder Holders - 12 Pack - Ideal for Narrow or Vertical Storage Needs - Book, Magazine, File Folder, and Binder Holders - Classroom Organization Made Easy • Amazon Business $59.08 1 $59.08
novelinks Photo Case 4" x 6" Photo Storage Boxes - Photo Organizer Cases Photo Keeper Picture Storage Containers Box for Photos - 24 PACK (Multi-colored) • Amazon Business $22.89 1 $22.89

Materials cost

$158.01

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $13.83

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.37

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$204.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.04

Total project goal

$240.25

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $240.25

1 Donor

-$240.25

Donations toward project cost

-$204.21

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.04

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