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Ms. Cires from Hialeah Gardens, FL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Prototyping and Essentials

Help me give my students some cushions for flexible seating, some essential materials we use when prototyping, chargers for class tablets, and cleaning supplies for after those projects, and to keep the germs away.

  • $554 goal

This project expired on September 4, 2025.

This project expired on September 4, 2025.

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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

These materials will help keep our project-based learning moving and thriving. I am constantly trying to keep the students engaged through technology and hands-on projects. Not all students learn the same, so when we are able to work hands-on and through tech, the students are able to find what works best for them and have a fair opportunity. With things as simple as paper and pencils, which are some essentials that our students don't always have, we are able to ensure they are successful and prepared for class.

Ms. Cires Mater Academy Grades 6-8

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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.

Hialeah Gardens, FL 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

Never Before Funded 175 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Calming Colors® Soft Seats - Set of 5 Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $99.00 1 $99.00
Purell Advanced Hand Sanitizer, Soothing Aloe Gel, 12 Ounce Pump Bottle • School Specialty $12.67 4 $50.68
iPad Charger, iPhone Charger 【MFi Certified】 iPad Charger Cord 10 FT Charger for iPad [3 Pack] 12W Wall Charger Foldable Portable Travel Plug with Lightning Cable for iPad/iPad Mini/iPad Air, iPhone • Amazon Business $23.99 2 $47.98
Staples White Box 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness White 5000 Sheets/Carton (324791/200230) • Staples $45.99 1 $45.99
Lakeshore Tissue Paper Squares • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 2 $33.98
Lakeshore Tabletop Paper Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack 75 Wipes/Container 3/Pack (30208) • Staples $14.99 2 $29.98
LACCHOUFEE 320 Pack #2 Pencils Bulk Pre-sharpened Pencils with Eraser top, 2 HB Pencils for Writhing Drawing, Yellow Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk for Office, School, Teacher and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Staples College Ruled Filler Paper 8.5 x 11 White 400 Sheets/Pack (ST27521D) • Staples $8.75 2 $17.50
ZOnFRTO 64 Packs Galaxy Putty Slime, Party Favor for Kids Girls & Boys, Adults, Non Sticky, Unscented，Stress & Anxiety Relief, Wet, Super Soft Sludge Toy • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Expo Whiteboard Care Dry Erase Wipes, 5.5" x 10", White, 50/Container (81850) • Quill.com $13.51 1 $13.51
Paper Mate Pink Pearl Erasers Pink 24/Box (70520) • Staples $9.73 1 $9.73

Materials cost

$421.32

Vendor shipping charges

 $13.22

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$470.86

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.09

Total project goal

$553.95

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