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Ms. Dawkins from Gastonia, NC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Dawkins's classroom raised $677

A Colorful Classroom for Curious Minds

Help me give my students a supportive Pre-K classroom. This project includes a new rug and resources that will be used daily to promote learning and a welcoming environment where every child can thrive.

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Ms. Dawkins Lingerfeldt Elementary School
Gastonia, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

My Pre-K students are curious, creative, and full of excitement as they begin their learning journey. They are special because they come to school ready to explore, build friendships, and learn through hands-on experiences.

Our goal is to create a classroom environment where every child feels supported and ready to learn.

A new rug will give us a comfortable space for lessons and discussions, Magna-Tiles will encourage creativity and problem-solving, and small-group chairs will support focused learning. Arts and crafts supplies will build fine motor skills, sensory fidget toys will help students manage emotions and stay engaged, and disinfectant wipes will help us maintain a healthy classroom.

These resources will help my students learn through play, creativity, and exploration while creating a welcoming space where they can grow and thrive.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

HBCU Alum 18 students impacted 2 donors
Ms. Dawkins Lingerfeldt 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.

Gastonia, 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

HBCU Alum 18 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Rainbow Smileys in Black Criss-Cross Applesauce Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom for Teaching & Playroom, 7'6" x 12', Black & Multi, Seats 28 • Amazon Business $319.99 1 $319.99
Pearington Plastic Classroom Stools for Kids, Multipurpose Stool Chairs, Flexible Seating, Stacking Stools, Stainless Steel Legs - Set of 5, Multi-Color • Amazon Business $67.07 1 $67.07
A&R CO. 3000+ Pcs Arts and Crafts Supplies & Materials for Kids - Ultimate Bulk Craft Kit for Boys & Girls with 99 Activities Book for Ages 3-5, 4-6, 6-8, 8-12 • Amazon Business $36.09 1 $36.09
hand2mind Sensory Fidget Tubes, Sensory Toys, Travel Toys, Quiet Fidgets for Classroom, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Anxiety Relief Items for Kids, Toddler Stocking Stuffers, for Kids • Amazon Business $24.76 1 $24.76
Coodoo 60 PCS Magnetic Building Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnetic Blocks Sensory Toys Kids Games Magnet Building Toy for Boys and Girls Aged 3+, Kid Brain Development Preschool Kindergarten Toddler Toy • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Super Z Outlet Liquid Motion Bubbler for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Top, Assorted Colors (4 Pack) • Amazon Business $16.14 1 $16.14
Amazon Basics Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon Scent, for Sanitizing, Cleaning & Deodorizing, 255 Count (3 Packs of 85), Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $10.95 1 $10.95

Materials cost

$498.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $38.92

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$575.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$101.54

Total project goal

$676.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $676.93

2 Donors

-$676.93

Donations toward project cost

-$575.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$101.54

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