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Ms. Morales from El Paso, TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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We're Teaching Reading Through Writing!

Help me give my students materials we need for 9th-grade reading interventions. Some of my struggling readers need extra help with comprehension skills and these items will help me with the extra supplies we will need before school.

  • $889 goal

This project expired on November 1, 2024.

This project expired on November 1, 2024.

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Ms. Morales Montwood High School
El Paso, TX Grades 9-12

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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

As an educator dedicated to helping students succeed, I am seeking support for a project focused on improving reading comprehension skills during our morning intervention sessions. Many of my students face challenges in understanding what they read, which affects their overall confidence and academic performance.

With your generous donations, I aim to provide essential supplies that will create an engaging and effective learning environment.

These supplies include diverse reading materials, comprehension games, graphic organizers, and interactive tools that will make learning both fun and impactful.

By fostering a love for reading and enhancing comprehension skills, we can empower these students to become confident readers and lifelong learners. Your support will make a significant difference in their educational journey, helping them thrive academically and socially. Thank you for considering this opportunity to invest in our future leaders!

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

90 students impacted
Ms. Morales Montwood High School Grades 9-12

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

El Paso, TX View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

90 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Amazon Basics Multipurpose Copy Printer Paper, 8.5" x 11", 20 lb, 10 Reams, 5000 Sheets, 92 Bright, White • Amazon Business $44.81 3 $134.43
Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Fidget Bands for Classroom Chair, Seats, Desk, or Bounce Bands - Anti-Snap & Non-Slip - Flexible Seating for Kids with ADHD and Sensory Needs (24) • Amazon Business $58.99 2 $117.98
5 Book Bundle: Graphic Novels #2 - Underrepresented Authors (paperback book set) - Break, Amelia Aierwood: Basic Witch, Four Eyes, Invisible, Duel • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $75.00 1 $75.00
Set of 24 Small White Board Dry Erase Boards Classroom Pack Mini White Boards 9"x12” Double Sided Personal Whiteboards for Students Teachers School Supplies Lapboards l 24 Mini Erasers Incl • Amazon Business $37.49 1 $37.49
Pacon Heavy Duty Anchor Chart Paper - 27" x 34", Non-Gridded • Blick Art Materials $17.49 2 $34.98
100 Pack Colored Sentence Strips for Teacher Supplies, Classroom, Lined Paper Borders for Writing Words (5 Colors, 3 x 24 in) • Amazon Business $15.19 2 $30.38
The House on Mango Street (YA paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $11.00 2 $22.00
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $11.00 2 $22.00
Esperanza Rising (YA paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $10.00 2 $20.00
KTRIO Laminating Sheets, Holds 8.5 x 11 Inch Sheets 200 Pack, 3 Mil Clear Thermal Laminating Pouches 9 x 11.5 Inch Lamination Sheet Paper for Laminator, Round Corner Letter Size • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
Eyes That Speak to the Stars (hardcover picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $19.00 1 $19.00
Long Way Down: The Graphic Novel (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $19.00 1 $19.00
Clap When You Land (hardcover) • MahoganyBooks $17.09 1 $17.09
The Hate U Give (hardcover) • MahoganyBooks $17.09 1 $17.09
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Airheads Mini Bars, Halloween Trick or Treat Candy, Assorted Flavors Variety Pack, Individually Wrapped Bulk Candy for Adults & Kids, Non-Melting, Party, 5 Pound Bag • Amazon Business $16.04 1 $16.04
Crayola Take Note! Chisel Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count • Kaplan Early Learning Company $15.26 1 $15.26
Jolly Rancher Hard Candy, Assorted Flavors, 14 oz., (HEC55686) • Quill.com $12.59 1 $12.59
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $10.90 1 $10.90
Elmer's School Washable Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., Purple, 30/Pack (2159542) • Quill.com $10.79 1 $10.79
Malala: My Story of Standing Up for Girls Rights (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $10.00 1 $10.00
Black Enough: Stories of Being Young & Black in America (paperback) • MahoganyBooks $9.89 1 $9.89
Look Both Ways: A Tale Told in Ten Blocks (paperback) • MahoganyBooks $8.09 1 $8.09
Staples Wide Ruled Filler Paper 8 x 10.5 White 120 Sheets/Pack (ST37426D) • Staples $1.45 2 $2.90

Materials cost

$699.44

Vendor shipping charges

 $15.17

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.49

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$755.10

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$133.25

Total project goal

$888.35

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