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

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Learning Boosters

Help me give my students boxes of snacks, indoor recess toy and materials.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Arriaga's classroom raised $641

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

In a 1st-grade classroom, incorporating snacks, glue sticks, scissors, a comfortable teacher chair, a teacher cart, and sight word games plays a vital role in enhancing student learning and engagement. Snacks provide necessary energy, helping students maintain focus and concentration throughout lessons. Glue sticks and scissors empower students to participate in creative, hands-on projects that reinforce their understanding of various concepts, making learning more interactive and enjoyable. A comfortable teacher chair allows the teacher to be more present and accessible, fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel valued and encouraged to ask questions. The teacher cart offers organized access to essential materials, streamlining transitions between activities and minimizing downtime. Additionally, incorporating sight word games promotes literacy skills in a fun and engaging way, helping students build confidence in reading. Together, these resources create a dynamic classroom atmosphere that nurtures creativity, collaboration, and a love for learning.

Ms. Arriaga Sheldon Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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

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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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
HollyHOME X-Large Saucer Chair, Comfy Oversized Folding Chair, Faux-Fur Reading Chair for Teens, Adults, Foldable Accent Lazy Chair, Metal Frame Lounge Chair for Living Room, Bedroom, Dorm, Colorful • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Giantex Plastic Boxes 10 Drawer Rolling Organizer Cart Utility Storage Tools Scrapbook Paper Multi-Use (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $59.16 1 $59.16
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, Great for Virtual Teachers and Students, 25 x 30 Inches, 30 Sheets/Pad, 2 Pads, Lined Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper, Teacher Anchor Chart • Amazon Business $45.37 1 $45.37
EXPO Dry Erase Markers (Black) - 36 Count with FINE Tip • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $45.00 1 $45.00
Peanut Free Snacks & Tree Nut-Free Snacks Variety Pack - Allergy Friendly Snacks for Kids Individually Wrapped - Cookies, Candy, Crackers, Chips - Bulk Assortment (58 Count) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $19.70 2 $39.40
1000+ PCS Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Birthday Gift,Christmas Stocking Stuffers,Christmas Gift,Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Carnival Prizes,Pinata Filler Sensory Toy for Classroom • Amazon Business $26.38 1 $26.38
60 PCS Magnetic Building Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnetic Blocks Sensory Toys Kids Games Magnet Building Toys for Boys and Girls Aged 3+, Kids Brain Development Preschool Kindergarten Toddler Toys • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Scissors Bulk for Kids, EZZGOL 48 PACK 5” Safety Blunt Tip Student Scissors, 6 Assorted Colors Kid Craft Scissors for Cutting Regular Paper,Construction Paper,Cards • Amazon Business $23.27 1 $23.27
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39
Letter Tray Paper Organizer 5-Tier Desk Organizer File Organizer Paper Holder with Handle, Metal Desktop Document Shelf Tray Office Classroom Organization - Blue • Amazon Business $19.50 1 $19.50
THE BAMBINO TREE Sight Word Bingo Game Level 3 & 4 - Learn to Read Vocabulary for 1st 2nd 3rd Grade Kids - Dolch's Fry's Site Words Reading Game • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
THE BAMBINO TREE Sight Word Bingo Game Level 1 and 2 - Learn to Read Vocabulary for Kindergarten 1st Grade - Dolch's Fry's Words Lists • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Black Forest Juicy Burst Gluten Free Berry Medley Fruit Gummies 32 oz. 40 Packs/Box (FER02067) • Staples $14.05 1 $14.05
29 Pieces Number Line Bulletin Board Border -20 to 120 Number Line for Classroom Wall Laminated Boho Number Line Boarder Math Poster for Boho Classroom Homeschool Decor • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Nabisco Fun Shapes Variety Pack, Barnum's Animal Crackers, Teddy Grahams and CHIPS AHOY! Cookies, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $8.37 1 $8.37
SCRIBBLEDO Dry Erase Number Chart 9”x12” White Board Teacher Student 100 Chart for First Grade Classroom Kid Small Math Practice Whiteboard Kindergarten 1st Grade School Supplies • Amazon Business $7.89 1 $7.89

Materials cost

$506.72

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$544.32

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$96.06

Total project goal

$640.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$640.38

3 Donors

-$565.38

Donations toward project cost

-$480.57

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$84.81

match offer

-$75.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$63.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.25

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