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 Students
Imagine the biggest and most infectious smiles, complete with twinkling eyes and open mouthes. Now place those smiles on five-year-olds as they learn to read, write, and do math - and that's what I see every day in my classroom.
My school's mission is to eliminate the achievement gap and empower students to become problem solvers.
I am passionate about providing the best education possible to my enthusiastic students. My class is comprised of Latino and African American students who live in South Los Angeles. All of them receive daily free lunches, and most are English Language Learners. Above all, my students are scholars who will become our next generation of leaders!
My Project
After over a year of virtual teaching, the importance of one's learning environment is more evident than ever. Research has shown that neutral tones and natural greenery enhance student focus while reducing distraction. Plants in a classroom have also been proven to reduce stress and anxiety while increasing memory and concentration. So, following cues from research, we're trading in our bright colors for neutral tones and greenery!
My goal is to create a calming, research-based environment for my students' home away from home.
Ivy and burlap will cover bulletin boards to create a warm and inviting feel. Plants will sit on bookshelves to surround students and help them focus. The inclusion of class photos throughout the room will help create ownership and belonging for each student.
These changes to our classroom learning environment will directly impact my students' learning!
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
Burlap Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll
• Amazon Business
$15.99
7
$111.93
JPSOR 24pcs 158 Feet Fake Ivy Leaves Fake Vines Artificial Ivy, Silk Ivy Garland Greenery Artificial Hanging Plants for Wedding Wall Decor, Party Room Decor
• Amazon Business
$15.99
6
$95.94
EcoHome 5x7 Picture Frames Sage Green - Made of Wood, for Wall or Tabletop Display
• Amazon Business
$8.99
2
$17.98
Emfogo 4x6 Picture Frame Photo Display for Tabletop Display Wall Mount Solid Wood High Definition Glass Photo Frame Pack of 2 Carbonized Black
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
CEWOR 2pcs Artificial Hanging Plants 3.6ft Fake Ivy Vine Fake Ivy Leaves for Wall Home Room Garden Wedding Garland Outside Decoration (No Baskets)
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
Materials cost
$247.83
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$22.68
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.72
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$304.23
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$53.69
Total project goal
$357.92
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$357.92
2 Donors
-$178.96
Donations toward project cost
-$152.12
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$26.84
match offer
-$178.95
Match offer toward project cost
-$152.11
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. McMahon and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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