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Ms. Vaganyan from Van Nuys, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Opening Books, Opening Minds

Help me give my students a classroom reading Library; showing them the joy of reading is what sparks a lifelong love for learning.

  • $1,041 goal

This project expired on August 21, 2025.

This project expired on August 21, 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

A classroom reading library stocked with books at various levels is a powerful tool in helping students grow as readers. By offering a diverse range of texts, each student can access books that meet them right where they are—building confidence, fluency, and a genuine love for reading. Whether they’re just beginning to sound out words or ready to dive into chapter books, students are empowered to choose texts that challenge and excite them. This individualized approach not only supports skill development but also nurtures a sense of ownership and curiosity. Watching each child progress and discover their unique reading voice is more than rewarding—it’s the ultimate joy, as it reflects the heart of teaching: helping every student reach their full potential.

Ms. Vaganyan Erwin Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Van Nuys, CA 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

26 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Leveled Books Classroom Library 1 - Complete Library • Lakeshore Learning Materials $739.00 1 $739.00

Materials cost

$739.00

Vendor shipping charges

 $36.95

Sales tax

 $67.62

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.08

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$884.65

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$156.11

Total project goal

$1,040.76

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