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Ms. Ford from Bronx, NY is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Making Materials That Make a Difference

Help me give my students Velcro, laminating sheets, and basic supplies to make materials—but what we really need are hands-on tools and books to build language, literacy, and sensory skills for my students with autism.

  • $450 goal

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

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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

I love how curious, capable, and unique each of my students is. I work with K–2 students with autism who learn best through hands-on, visual, and individualized materials. They thrive when given clear structure, repetition, and engaging tools that support communication and independence.

The supplies in this project—Velcro, laminating sheets, pens, and more—will allow me to create custom visuals, communication boards, adapted books, and interactive learning tools tailored to each student's needs.

These materials help me break down tasks, support language development, and make learning more accessible and meaningful. Every item will directly support daily routines, academic instruction, speech goals, and social interactions in a way that’s functional and fun for my students.

Ms. Ford Fairmont Neighborhood 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.

Bronx, NY 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

6 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouch, Letter Size 9 x 11-1/2 Inches, 3 mil Thick, Pack of 200 - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $53.02 4 $212.08
VELCRO Brand Dots with Adhesive White | 200 Pk | 3/4" Circles | Sticky Back Round Hook and Loop Closures for Organizing, Arts and Crafts, School Projects, 91824, 200Pk • Amazon Business $11.74 5 $58.70
VELCRO Brand Outdoor Wide Heavy Duty Strips | 6" x 4" Pk of 3 | Holds 15 lbs | Titanium Extreme Industrial Strength Adhesive Fasteners | Strong Weather Resistance for Rough Surfaces (91471) • Amazon Business $16.71 1 $16.71
Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22.2 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (142-6) • Quill.com $13.99 1 $13.99
Sharpie S-Gel Retractable Gel Pens, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Assorted Ink, 8/Pack (2096148/2126231) • Quill.com $10.39 1 $10.39
BIC Xtra-Smooth Pastel Mechanical Pencils with Erasers, Medium Point (0.7mm), 40-Count Pack, Bulk Mechanical Pencils for School or Office Supplies • Amazon Business $7.76 1 $7.76
BIC Round Stic Xtra-Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black Ink, 60/Pack (GSM609-BLK) • Quill.com $6.55 1 $6.55

Materials cost

$326.18

Vendor shipping charges

$21.21

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$382.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.46

Total project goal

$449.74

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