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Ms. Baca from Los Lunas, NM is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Voices Amplified: The Inclusive ELA Initiative

Help me give my students access to more universal learning systems. The white boards and headphones will give them more opportunities to learn in an inclusive environment and work together collaboratively.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Baca's classroom raised $536

This project is fully funded

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

Imagine a classroom where struggling readers transform into confident explorers of text. That's the reality in my 7th grade ELA class. We've built a powerful arsenal of reading strategies, breaking down complex texts with meticulously crafted charts and graphs. Through varied methods like group read-alouds, silent reading, and audiobooks, we ensure every student, regardless of their starting point, can access and engage with grade-level material. The dedication my students display is truly inspiring; they push themselves daily, embracing challenges and celebrating each victory in understanding. We've learned that reading isn't a solitary chore, but a collaborative journey, enriched by diverse perspectives within our reading groups.

Beyond decoding words, we're cultivating a love for reading.

We demonstrate that reading isn't confined to textbooks; it's a gateway to worlds of imagination and knowledge. By incorporating multimedia like videos and fostering collaborative discussions, we cater to diverse learning styles and make reading an engaging experience. Students discover the joy of sharing interpretations, building on each other's insights, and realizing that reading is a skill that empowers them beyond the classroom walls. This transformation from hesitant readers to active participants in the literary world is a testament to their hard work and the power of varied, accessible instruction.

Ms. Baca Valencia Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Los Lunas, NM View local requests

More than half of 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

110 students impacted 7donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
DexBoard 2 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Easel 24" x 36"|Height Adjustable Dry Erase Board Tripod Office Presentation Board w/Flipchart Pad, Magnets & Eraser, White • Amazon Business $137.59 2 $275.18
24 Pack Headphones Bulk Multi-Colors Student Headphones Wired Class Headphones Set for School Classroom Christmas Students and Adult • Amazon Business $55.99 1 $55.99
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad 25 x 30 Inches 30 Sheets/Pad 2 Pads (560) Large White Grid Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper Super Sticking Power • Amazon Business $43.18 1 $43.18
Conversation Cards for Kids – 400 Convo Starters for Family Game Night or Dinner – Road Trip Must Haves – Travel Games for Children Age 8-12 – Connect and Build Social Emotional Learning Skills • Amazon Business $25.47 1 $25.47
KTRIO Laminating Sheets, Hold 8.5 x 11 inch Sheets 200 Pack, 3 Mil Clear Thermal Laminate Pouches 9 x 11.5 inch Lamination Sheet Paper for Laminator, Round Corner Letter Size, School & Office • Amazon Business $19.38 1 $19.38

Materials cost

$419.20

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.29

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$455.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$80.38

Total project goal

$535.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $535.87

4 Donors

-$258.50

Donations toward project cost

-$227.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.75

match offer

-$267.93

Match offer toward project cost

-$227.74

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$40.19

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$9.44

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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