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Ms. Bell from Durham, NC is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Little Learner, Big Success: Organizing for Hands-On Learning

Help me give my students a classroom where they can learn through hands-on activities, practice important foundational skills and stay organized throughout the school day.

Ms. Bell Murray - Massenburg Elementary School

Durham, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

As I prepare to welcome a new group of first graders into my classroom this school year, I am excited about creating a learning environment where every student will feel supported, engaged, and ready to succeed. I know that young learners thrive in classrooms that are organized, inviting, and filled with opportunities for hands-on learning. My goal is to ensure that from day one, my students walk into a space that is prepared to meet their academic and developmental needs.

The organizational resources I am requesting will help me create a structured classroom environment where materials are easy to access, learning spaces are neat and functional, and instructional time can be used effectively.

Having an organized classroom helps students build independence, responsibility, and routines that are essential for success in first grade.

The math and ELA resources will provide meaningful hands-on learning experiences that will support students as they build foundational skills in reading, writing, problem-solving, and number sense. These materials will allow me to create engaging lessons and learning centers where students can actively participate, practice important concepts, and build confidence in their abilities.

By supporting this project, donors will help me prepare a classroom where students can begin the school year with the tools, structure, and resources needed to learn, grow, and develop a strong academic foundation for future success.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

20 students impacted 9 donors

Project tagged as

Durham, NC
Grades PreK-2
Social Emotional Learning
Literacy
Reading Nooks, Desks & Storage
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Bell Murray - Massenburg Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Durham, NC 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

20 students impacted 9donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Heavy-Duty Book Bins - Set of 6 Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 2 $139.98

hand2mind Advancing Phonics Word Work Small Group Set (96156) • Quill.com $92.91 1 $92.91

WILLBOND 12 Pcs Classroom Storage Caddies Stackable Utility Caddies with 4 Compartment Plastic Caddy with Handle Portable Storage Bins Organizers for Kids Schools Art Craft Supplies(Colorful) • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98

I Am Enough (hardcover picture book, ages 4-8) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 2 $40.00

Yopay 14 Pack Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder, Pencil Bags with Zipper for Standard Binders, Cosmetic Bags with Clear Window for School, Office, Oxford Cloth, 7 Colors • Amazon Business $15.98 2 $31.96

Heavy-Duty Small Pocket Chart - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $22.99 1 $22.99

Counting & Place Value Pocket Chart • Teachers' School Supply $14.99 1 $14.99

The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning) • Amazon Business $12.36 1 $12.36

CVC Words Games First Grade Classroom Must Haves, Phonics Games for Kindergarten First 2nd Grade, Sight Words Flash Cards Spelling Reading Preschool Learning Games Spelling Educational Toy Gifts • Amazon Business $11.19 1 $11.19

Just Now I Feel Angry: A Kids Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Book about Anger and Frustration Feelings Awareness, Self-Management, Mindfulness and ... (Feeling Big Emotions Picture Books) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39

I Have Ants in My Pants: A Picture Book About Learning Self-Control and Respecting Others Space (National Center for Youth Issues) • Amazon Business $8.76 1 $8.76

Materials cost			$465.51
Vendor shipping charges			$1.65
Sales tax			$36.31
3rd party payment processing fee			$6.98
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$540.45
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$95.37
Total project goal			$635.82
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$635.82
7 Donors			-$535.82
Donations toward project cost			-$455.45
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$80.37
Matching donations from our partners			-$100.00
Match offers toward project cost			-$85.00
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$15.00
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Little Learner, Big Success: Organizing for Hands-On Learning

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

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DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.