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Ms. Castro from Houston, TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Inspiring Spaces, Empowered Educators

Help me give my students the best classroom environment with colorful and educational decoration.

  • $558 goal

This project expired on September 18, 2025.

This project expired on September 18, 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

What I love most about my students is their curiosity, creativity, and resilience. Every day, they bring energy, ideas, and a willingness to grow—even when faced with challenges. They are eager to learn and thrive in a space where they feel welcomed, inspired, and supported.

This project is about creating an environment that reflects how much I believe in them.

Classroom decorations aren't just for looks—they help establish a space that feels safe, joyful, and engaging. A well-decorated classroom can reduce anxiety, increase focus, and give students a sense of pride and ownership in their learning environment.

In addition to the physical space, professional development resources will help me continue learning best practices and new strategies to better meet my students’ diverse needs. Whether it’s improving classroom management, learning new instructional methods, or incorporating more inclusive and culturally responsive teaching, professional growth directly impacts how effectively I support my students.

Together, these resources will help turn our classroom into a place where students feel seen, inspired, and excited to learn every day.

Ms. Castro Clifford Dunn Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Houston, TX View local requests

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

56 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Teacher Created Resources Better Than Paper Composition Bulletin Board Paper Roll, 4' x 12', Black/White, 4/Pack (TCR32473) • Quill.com $64.79 4 $259.16
Teacher Created Resources Pastel Pop Rainbows Magnetic Border(TCR77574) • Amazon Business $12.99 5 $64.95
Teacher Created Resources Straight Magnetic Borders/Trim, 1.5" x 24', Black with White Painted Dots, 2/Pack (TCR77565-2) • Quill.com $26.72 2 $53.44
Charles Leonard Magnetic Straight Border, 1.5" x 48', World Flags Theme (CHL28108-2) • Quill.com $27.89 1 $27.89
Carson Dellosa 42-Piece Colorful -20–120 Number Line Bulletin Board Set, Rainbow -20–120 Number Line for Classroom Wall with Bulletin Board Cutouts, Rainbow Classroom Decor • Amazon Business $9.08 2 $18.16
Number Line Bulletin Board -20 to 120 for Wall Classroom, Eucalyptus Leaf Green Bulletin Border Trim Decor, Eucalyptus Home-School Classroom Math Learning Supplies for Teachers Students • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$437.59

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$474.15

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.67

Total project goal

$557.82

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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