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

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Special Day Class

Help me give my students the resources to thrive. Your donation will make a big impact in providing the tools and opportunities that will inspire and empower them to succeed. Thank you for your support!

  • $874 goal

This project expired on September 12, 2025.

This project expired on September 12, 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

I love how curious, eager, and determined my students are. Each day, they come in with a desire to learn, grow, and make the most of every opportunity. They inspire me with their resilience and creativity, even when faced with challenges.

The resources on our wish list will help foster that passion and help them thrive.

New books will expand their imaginations and improve their literacy skills. Educational tools will enhance their hands-on learning experiences, allowing them to explore concepts in deeper, more meaningful ways. Classroom supplies will provide a comfortable, organized environment where they can focus on what truly matters: their learning.

Every item on this list is more than just a resource—it’s a stepping stone toward their success. Your support will make a lasting difference in shaping their future. Thank you for believing in them!

Ms. Vargas Monte Vista 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.

Porterville, 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

Never Before Funded 14 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Solobo Toys: 15-pack of EMOTION BLOCKS & MINI PLAY BOXES (social emotional learning, calming corner, SEL skill-building tools, fidget toys) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $84.00 1 $84.00
Solobo Toys: EMOTIONAL BAGGAGE BUNDLE - 10 fidget toys (2025 Plush TOY OF THE YEAR WINNER, social emotional learning, stress balls, calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $70.00 1 $70.00
Lakeshore Early Language Activity Boxes - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
8 Book Set: A Little SPOT of Learning - Kind Words, Friendship, Emotions, School, Letters, Reading, Math; calming corner, social emotional learning • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $62.00 1 $62.00
Lakeshore Classroom Calming Kit - Social Emotional Learning, Sensory Toys, Calming Corner, Autism • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
Lakeshore Classroom Magnetic Letters Kit for Beginning Readers - Phonics, Science of Reading • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Kaplan Early Learning Pete the Cat Plush Doll and 4 Paperback Books Set - Preschool Storytime Read-Aloud Books for Early Literacy and Social-Emotional Learning, Classroom Library Children's Books for Kids, Toddlers, Ages 2+ • Kaplan Early Learning Company $43.16 1 $43.16
Solobo Toys: EMOTIONS COIN DROP (calming corner resources; social emotional learning toy; sensory play) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $40.00 1 $40.00
Play-Doh Modeling Dough, Assorted Colors, 3 Ounces, Set of 20 • School Specialty $29.02 1 $29.02
Joyreal Alphabet Learning Toys for Toddlers, 26 Alphabet Soup Sorters with 245 Flash Cards for Early Letter Awareness & Recognition, Fun Education Classroom Supplies Alphabet Sounds Teaching Games • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Torlam Magnetic Ten Frame Set, Math Games for Kids Math Manipulatives Elementary Kindergarten Preschool Classroom Must Haves, Math Counters Toddler Learning Toys Game for Homeschool Special Education • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
Hadley Designs Feelings Chart for Kids – 4 Pack Emotion Posters for Classroom & Home, Laminated Social Emotional Learning (SEL) & Behavior Management Tools, 11x17 Colorful Classroom Decor • Amazon Business $16.65 1 $16.65
My Body Sends a Signal: Helping Kids Recognize Emotions & Express Feelings - Resilient Kids (social emotional learning paperback; calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00
It's Okay To Not Be Okay: A Rhyming Read Aloud Story for Children About Feelings of Sadness and Loneliness (Social Emotional Learning Toolbox - Therapists, Educators, and Parents) • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
KTOJOY 6” 100 Pcs Colored Jumbo Wooden Craft Sticks Wooden Popsicle Colored Craft Sticks Stick 3/4”Wide Treat Sticks Ice Pop Sticks for DIY Crafts,Home Art Projects, Classroom Art Supplies • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
KTOJOY 100Pcs Jumbo Wooden Craft Sticks Popsicle Stick 6” Long x 3/4”Wide Treat Ice Pop for DIY Crafts,Home Art Projects, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $4.69 1 $4.69

Materials cost

$631.74

Vendor shipping charges

$13.74

Sales tax

$57.80

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$742.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$131.08

Total project goal

$873.84

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