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Ms. Laprada from Phoenix, AZ is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Motivation Matters: Igniting Student Success!

Help me give my students motivation with engaging resources that inspire learning, encourage participation, and create a positive classroom environment for success!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Laprada's classroom raised $1,200

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

Our school's team has been trying extremely hard to create a better and more positive environment for all of our students. We are currently working towards implementing a PBIS system in our school where we give our students "caught ya being good tickets" for being kind, safe, and responsible in school, which aligns with our school model. I have included various items in this project that will be used to supply our school's store where they will use their tickets in exchange for these prizes. We want to be able to give our students things that will inspire and encourage their creativity, which is why the items are things like art materials, crafting materials, and LEGOs. My school serves a low-income community, which means our students and families do not always have the means to have items like these. We want to reward our students by providing them positive incentives to help foster their creative and imaginative sides. I absolutely love our students for their resilience, creativity, and willingness to learn. They bring a unique energy to the classroom, making every day an adventure in discovery and growth. Each resource requested in this project is chosen with their needs and interests in mind, aiming to enhance their learning experience. Art materials, crafting supplies, and LEGOs are not just fun items; they are tools that encourage creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. These prizes will serve as tangible rewards for positive behavior, motivating students to strive for excellence and fostering an environment where kindness, safety, and responsibility are valued.

Ms. Laprada Percy L Julian School Grades 6-8

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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
The Diary of a Young Girl - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $6.56 30 $196.80
Nicpro 6 Colors Large Bulk Acrylic Paint Set (69 oz, 2040ml) Rich Art Painting Supplies Non Toxic for Multi Surface, Canvas, Wood, Leather, Fabric Stone Craft, for Kid & Adult with Pump, Color wheel • Amazon Business $88.99 1 $88.99
14 Bilingual Book Bundle - Sí Sabo Kids: Bilingual Spanish English Books (early language learners, newcomers; 2 board book sets & 1 hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $72.00 1 $72.00
Lakeshore Adjustable Pocket Chart Stand • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Colored Pencils for Adult Coloring Books, 48 Count Colored Pencils Set for Sketching, Drawing, Coloring & Painting, Pre-sharpened Coloring Pencils for Kids Beginners, Ideal Art Supplies for Artists • Amazon Business $9.50 5 $47.50
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
hkejoi Ghost Paint by Numbers Kit for Adults, Ghost Adult Paint by Number Kits on Canvas Flowe,Acrylic Ghost Paint by Number for Adults Beginners for Gift Home Decor 16x20 Inch • Amazon Business $9.69 3 $29.07
GIFTEXPRESS Pack of 12 Letter Size Sketch Book Bound Spiral Premium Sketch Pads Set, Pencil Sketch Book 30 Sheets Each, 8.5" X 11" Side Wire Bound, White Blank Paper Sheets for Pencil, Ink, Pastel • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Magical Unicorn Toy, Transforms from Unicorn to Seahorse to Peacock, Rainbow Animal Figures, Unicorn Gift for Grandchildren, Girls and Boys, Buildable Toys, 31140 • Amazon Business $9.29 3 $27.87
LEGO - Minecraft Steve's Desert Expedition Building Toy 21251 • Best Buy Education $8.99 3 $26.97
Crayola Dough - Silly Scents | 60x1oz Scented Play Dough Party Pack | 60 Modeling Compound Tubs | 6 Colors & Scents | Christmas Party Favors for Kids | Christmas Stocking Stuffers | Classroom Gifts • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
LEGO - Lotus Flowers Building Toy Set 40647 • Best Buy Education $10.49 2 $20.98
Skull Paint by Numbers Kit for Adults, Skull Paint by Numbers Kit for Adults Beginner, Skeleton Adults Paint by Number Kits for Gift Home Decor 16''W x 20''L • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
hkejoi Flower Paint by Numbers Kit for Adults, Flower Paint by Numbers Kit for Adults Beginner, Adults Paint by Number Kits for Gift Home Decor 16''W x 20''L • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
LEGO - Classic Creative Food Friends Building Toy 11039 • Best Buy Education $9.99 2 $19.98
LEGO - Creator 3 in 1 Red Dragon 3 in 1 Animal Toy Set 31145 • Best Buy Education $9.99 2 $19.98
hkejoi Flower Paint by Numbers for Adults Beginners, Abstract Paint by Number Flowers,DIY Acrylic Flower Paint by Numbers Kits on Canvas for Gift Home Decor 16''W x 20''L • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
hkejoi Landscape Paint by Numbers Kit for Adults, Landscape Paint by Numbers Kit for Adults Beginner, Sunset Adults Paint by Number Kits for Gift Home Decor 16''W x 20''L • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
LEGO - Creator 3 in 1 Retro Camera Toy for Creative Play 31147 • Best Buy Education $16.49 1 $16.49
LEGO - Disney Simba the Lion King Cub Disney Toy Buildable Gift Idea 43243 • Best Buy Education $16.49 1 $16.49
LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Exotic Parrot Building Toy Set, Transforms to 3 Different Animal Figures - from Colorful Parrot, to Swimming Fish, to Cute Frog, Creative Toys for Kids Ages 7 and Up, 31136 • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
LEGO - Marvel Spider-Man Mech vs. Anti-Venom Building Toy Set 76308 • Best Buy Education $14.99 1 $14.99
Strategies to use with your English Language Learners Gr 4-6 • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
LEGO - Sunflowers Building Toy Set 40524 • Best Buy Education $14.99 1 $14.99
hkejoi Cat Paint by Numbers Kit for Adults, Pumkin Adult Paint by Number Kits on Canvas, Acrylic Cat Paint by Number for Adults Beginners for Home Decor 16‘’W x 20''L • Amazon Business $5.99 2 $11.98
Children's War. World War 2 Replica Memorabilia Pack. Contains Replica Period Items (mp) • Amazon Business $11.75 1 $11.75

Materials cost

$907.69

Vendor shipping charges

$3.50

Sales tax

$64.90

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,019.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$179.95

Total project goal

$1,199.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,199.66

1 Donor

-$0.00

Donations toward project cost

-$0.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

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$1,199.66

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