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Ms. Ruiz from Palacios, TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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New School = New Material

Help me give my students a new start this 2025/ 2026 school year with new learning materials and a storage place. Thank you, Mrs. Ruiz

  • $955 goal

This project expired on August 23, 2025.

This project expired on August 23, 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

As we excitedly moved into our new school, we identified the essential elements needed to ensure that my self-contained life skills class flourishes and warmly embraces new students. With a careful selection of resources and materials, we are creating a vibrant and organized environment where each student has a personalized space for their belongings and vital learning tools. This thoughtful arrangement not only nurtures a sense of ownership but also empowers students on their journey toward independence, encouraging personal growth and the development of essential life skills. Every detail is designed to inspire confidence and foster a supportive community where all students can thrive.

Ms. Ruiz Palacios 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.

Palacios, 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

16 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids Streamline 10 Cubby Tray Storage Cabinet, 5x2, Classroom Furniture, Natural • Amazon Business $164.88 2 $329.76
Lakeshore Stand-Up Magnetic Design Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $189.00 1 $189.00
Solobo Toys: 3 Puzzle Bundle - UPPERCASE, Lowercase Alphabet & Numbers (light, wooden puzzles for preschool kindergarten elementary; tactile learning) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $60.00 1 $60.00
Solobo Toys: EMOTIONS COIN DROP (calming corner resources; social emotional learning toy; sensory play) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $40.00 1 $40.00
Lakeshore Sequencing Numbers 1-20 Puzzles - Set of 3 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
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
JoyCat Mystery Alphabet Box for Kids 26 PCS Letters Sorting Matching Game Activities Letter Sounds Fine Motor Learning Toys for Preschool Kindergarten Classroom Present for 3+ Years Kids Toddlers • Amazon Business $20.89 1 $20.89
Lakeshore Our Solar System Floor Puzzle • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Lakeshore Ocean Animals Floor Puzzle • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Solobo Toys: Only the Emotions Coins (30 per pack) - social emotional learning tools • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $14.00 1 $14.00
Lakeshore Money Equivalency Puzzles • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$756.60

Vendor shipping charges

$13.30

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.35

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$811.25

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$143.16

Total project goal

$954.41

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