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Ms. Santiago from Honolulu, HI is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Writer's Playground

Help me give my students the gift of fun and exciting tools for writing!

  • $658 goal

This project expired on October 5, 2025.

This project expired on October 5, 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

These requested writing materials will help make writing fun and engaging for my students in a special education inclusion, general education class by offering them hands-on, creative tools to express their ideas. Many of my students benefit from visual supports, colorful prompts, and interactive resources that spark imagination and reduce writing anxiety. With these materials, students can better organize their thoughts, stay motivated, and feel successful in their writing journey. By making writing more accessible and enjoyable, all learners—regardless of ability—can participate fully, build confidence, and develop essential communication skills in a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

Ms. Santiago Kauluwela Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Honolulu, HI 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

60 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Writing Process Student Folder - Set of 10 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 6 $179.94
32 Pack LCD Writing Tablet 8.5 Inch with attached Pen and String for kids, toddlers, girls, boys, reusable erasable colorful Doodle Board, Doodle Pad, educational learning Toys Gifts (8.5inch, 32pack) • Amazon Business $64.99 1 $64.99
IBosins 5 Pack 8 Inch Plate Holder Display Stands, Large Metal Black Frame Stand for Picture, Book, Photo Easel, Creation, Collectibles • Amazon Business $16.99 3 $50.97
TIANSE Binding Machine, 21-Holes, 450 Sheets, Comb Binding Machines with Starter Kit 100 PCS 3/8'' Comb Binding Spines, Comb Binder Machine Book Maker Perfect for Letter Size, A4, A5 or Smaller Sizes • Amazon Business $43.69 1 $43.69
Grammar & Writing Folder Game Library - Gr. 4-5 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
English Language Development Writing Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Chalkboard Reading & Writing Poster Pack • Lakeshore Learning Materials $26.99 1 $26.99
Paper Junkie 48 Pack Small Blank Notebooks for Kids Bulk, Kraft Paper Journals for Students, Sketching Drawing, Writing (4.3 x 5.6 In) • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
Learning Resources - Writing Prompt Cubes • Teachers' School Supply $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$484.04

Vendor shipping charges

$16.00

Sales tax

$21.30

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$558.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$98.58

Total project goal

$657.18

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