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

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Learning to Read with Our Hands and Hearts

Help me give my students confifdence to become strong readers through hands-on literacy materials like magnetic letters, phonics games, and decodable books that make learning fun, engaging, and effective!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Velasco's classroom raised $686

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

My students are enthusiastic learners who are eager to build foundational reading skills. Many come from low-income households and don't always have access to resources that support early literacy at home. In our classroom, we work hard to create an engaging environment where every child can grow as a reader.

To make learning more dynamic and inclusive, I’m requesting hands-on literacy materials such as:

Magnetic letters and boards for building words

Decodable books that match their reading level

Word-building kits and syllable cards for practice

Dry-erase boards and markers for interactive writing

These materials will be used daily in literacy centers, small groups, and one-on-one instruction. They will help students manipulate sounds, form words, decode syllables, and gain fluency—all through play-based, tactile experiences.

Ms. Velasco Ignacio Zaragoza 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.

Dallas, 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

26 students impacted 11donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
24 Pack Dry Erase Boards, 9"x12" Double Sided Easel Small Whiteboards with Lines for Kids, Students, Education Teacher Classroom, Mini Portable Drawing Learning White Boards with 24 Makers, 24 Erasers • Amazon Business $48.98 2 $97.96
LCPQMZGH 72 Pcs Erasable Checking Pencils, Pre-Sharpened, for Marking, Coloring, Tests, Grading, Office, School (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $17.09 3 $51.27
Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pencils, Pre-Sharpened, 2 HB Soft, Pastel Colors, 150 Count • Amazon Business $37.24 1 $37.24
8 Packs Number Line Whiteboards Cards, Double Sided Dry Erase Board Writable and Erasable 130 Numbers Chart White Board for Kids, Students, Classroom and Home (12” x 9”) • Amazon Business $8.81 4 $35.24
Citylife 17 QT Plastic Storage Bins Clear Storage Box with Lids Multipurpose Stackable Storage Containers for Organizing Tool, Craft, Crayon • Amazon Business $34.97 1 $34.97
Dry Erase Spanish Flash Cards for Kids | English - Spanish Alphabet Flash Cards for Beginners - Set of 200 ESL Teaching and Learning Bilingual Flashcards for Writing and Reading Games. • Amazon Business $26.59 1 $26.59
hand2mind Spanish Reading Rods Word Decoding, Word Building Activities, Alphabet Linking Cubes, Letter Blocks for Spelling, Learn Spanish for Kids, Spanish Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Learning Resources Write & Wipe Clocks Classroom Set - 25 Pieces, Ages 6+ Laminated Dry-Erase, Teaching Aids, Teacher Supplies, Learning Time,Back to School Supplies • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Spot On Floor Markers: Numbers 1-36 - 4" (TCR77512) • Amazon Business $20.47 1 $20.47
120 Pcs Fidget Toys Pack, Pop Sensory Party Favors Set Gifts for Kids Adults Boy Girl Stocking Stuffers Autistic Bulk Goodie Bag Filler Treasure Box Classroom Prizes School • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
Kleenex Ultra Soft Facial Tissues, 8 Cube Boxes, 80 Tissues per Box, 3-Ply, Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $18.18 1 $18.18
hand2mind Spanish Reading Rods Alphabet & Syllables, Word Building Activities, Alphabet Linking Cubes, Letter Blocks for Spelling, Learn Spanish for Kids, Spanish Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
I am Thankful (Spanish English Bilingual Children's Book) (Spanish English Bilingual Collection) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
10PCS Children Finger Reading Stick Point Reading Pen Kindergarten Student Teacher Teaching Reading Picture Book Finger Shape Mini Pointer Stick (A-Transparent) • Amazon Business $4.67 3 $14.01
Label Maker Tape SUPVAN E10 Adapted Label Print Paper Refill Size 2 Packs Continous 0.59inx19.68ft Thermal Laminated Waterproof Self-Adhesive Multipurpose Labeling Tape Replacement • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, for Use with Thermal Laminators, 8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Letter Size Sheets, 100-Pack • Amazon Business $12.93 1 $12.93
I'm So Glad You're Here Classroom Decor, Back to School Gift, Welcome Gift, I'm So Glad You're Here Canvas Hanging Pennant Flag • Amazon Business $12.59 1 $12.59
Worries Are Not Forever / Las preocupaciones no duran para siempre (Best Behavior®) (Spanish and English Edition) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
JYNTERPLAY 72ft Bulletin Board Border Green Plant Tropical Die-Cut Rolled Two-Sided Printed Palm Tree Leaves Back to School Border Trim Paper for Classroom Decorations Wall Door • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
School Smart Red & Blue Storybook Paper, 1/2 Inch Ruled Short Way, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, 500 Sheets,White • Amazon Business $8.62 1 $8.62
Favide 24 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erase Erasers Chalkboard Cleansers for Classroom, School Supplies and Office (Square, 8 Color) • Amazon Business $8.54 1 $8.54
Cayxenful Pencil Holder For Desk,5 Slots 360°Degree Rotating Desk Organizers And Accessories,Desktop Storage Stationery Supplies Organizer, Cute Pencil Cup Pot For Office, School, Home (I-Purple) • Amazon Business $8.45 1 $8.45
HomSeon Affirmation Stickers for Kids, 200Pcs Cute Positive Quotes Stickers for Students Water Bottle Inspirational Achievement Sticker for Classroom Teacher Incentive Encouraging Praise • Amazon Business $6.79 1 $6.79
YTSQLER 200 PCS Affirmation Stickers, Inspirational Achievement Stickers for Kids Teens Teacher, Encouraging Positive Stickers for Water Bottles Laptop Journal Scrapbook Supplies • Amazon Business $6.59 1 $6.59
VOISEN Paper Popcorn Bags,100 Pack 1oz Popcorn Bags Individual Servings, Popcorn Bag Bulk for Popcorn Machine,Movie Nights Pop Corn Bags • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49
Mr. Pen Erasers for Pencils, 120 Pack, Pencil Top Erasers, Eraser Caps, Kids, Cap Tops, Topper Erasers. Ereaser • Amazon Business $5.94 1 $5.94

Materials cost

$544.25

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.16

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$582.41

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.78

Total project goal

$685.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$685.19

7 Donors

-$349.65

Donations toward project cost

-$316.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.40

Matching donations from our partners

-$313.13

Match offers toward project cost

-$266.16

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$46.97

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$22.41

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$0.00

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