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Mrs. Tarsatana from Vineland, NJ is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Cozy Rug and Happy Helpers for Our Books!

Help me give my students a happy and inviting place to read and discover!

  • $232 goal

This project expired on October 19, 2025.

This project expired on October 19, 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

Our classroom library is one of the most loved spaces in our room — it's where imaginations grow, friendships are built through shared stories, and lifelong readers begin their journey. But right now, our library area is missing something essential: a soft, cozy rug where students can relax with a book, read with partners, or enjoy quiet time surrounded by stories.

I am requesting a new rug to make our classroom library more welcoming, comfortable, and functional.

A designated reading area with a cozy rug will invite students to explore books and foster a love of reading.

In addition, we need happy face stickers to help label and organize our classroom books. These simple, cheerful stickers will help my young learners know exactly where books belong, promoting independence and keeping our library neat and accessible for everyone.

Your support will help us turn our classroom library into a warm and joyful reading space where students feel at home and inspired to read every day. Thank you for helping us build a classroom where books — and children — are truly valued.

Mrs. Tarsatana Dr William Mennies Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Vineland, NJ 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

20 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Rainbow Smileys in Black Criss-Cross Applesauce Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom for Teaching and Playroom, 5' x 7'6", Black & Multi, Seats 20 • Amazon Business $159.99 1 $159.99
500 Pcs Happy Face Stickers Roll - 1 Inch Round Adhesive Paper Emoji Stickers Mini for DIY Crafts, Rewards, Interior, and Birthday Party Decorations - Easy to Peel Design in 4 Bright Colors • Amazon Business $3.99 1 $3.99

Materials cost

$163.98

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.46

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$196.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$34.67

Total project goal

$231.11

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