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Ms. Cortes from Tucson AZ is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Spark Learning: Transforming Classrooms with Whiteboards and Light Covers!

Help me give my students portable magnetic whiteboards and fluorescent light covers. These tools will enhance student engagement, promote interactive learning, and create a more conducive classroom environment, ultimately improving academic outcomes.

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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

The whiteboards and fluorescent light covers I'm requesting will greatly enhance my classroom learning environment. Whiteboards promote interactive learning, enabling students to brainstorm, solve problems, and visualize concepts collaboratively. With these tools, I can engage students actively in lessons, encouraging participation and fostering critical thinking skills. The fluorescent light covers will create a softer, more comfortable lighting ambiance, reducing glare and eye strain, thus enhancing concentration and focus during lessons.

My goals for this project are multifaceted.

Primarily, I aim to elevate the learning experience for my students by providing them with the necessary tools and a conducive environment for effective learning.

By incorporating interactive whiteboards into our daily lessons, I hope to cultivate a dynamic and engaging classroom atmosphere where students feel empowered to explore and express their ideas freely. Additionally, the implementation of fluorescent light covers aligns with my goal of prioritizing student well-being and comfort, thereby optimizing their ability to absorb and retain information.

What makes my students special is their diversity, resilience, and enthusiasm for learning. They come from varied backgrounds and possess unique strengths and challenges, yet they share a common thirst for knowledge and growth.

Despite facing numerous obstacles, they demonstrate remarkable resilience and determination in pursuing their academic goals. Their eagerness to learn and their willingness to support and uplift one another create a vibrant and inclusive learning community that inspires me daily. Providing them with the resources they need to thrive is not only a professional responsibility but also a privilege that I cherish deeply.

Ms. Cortes
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Rolling Dry Erase Board 48 x 36 - Large Portable Magnetic Whiteboard with Stand - Double Sided Easel Style Whiteboard with Wheels - Mobile Standing Whiteboard for Office, Classroom & Home • Amazon Business $154.97 2 $309.94
Patelai 8 Pack Fluorescent Light Covers for Classroom Ceiling Light 4 x 2 Feet Magnetic Light Covers Filter for Office School Drop Ceiling Supplies(Pink Sunset) • Amazon Business $40.99 1 $40.99

Materials cost

$350.93

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $25.09

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$411.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.58

Total project goal

$483.86

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Total project goal

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