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Mrs. Parajon's Extended Support Needs Classroom from Santa Rosa, CA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Fresh Start for Our Inclusive Special Education Classroom!

Help me give my students a safe, organized, and ready to learn classroom. We need shelves, bins, cleaning materials, social emotional materials, and basic school supplies.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Parajon's Extended Support Needs Classroom's classroom raised $1,419

This project is fully funded

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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

Our special education classroom is moving, and our new space needs a lot of love—storage, cleaning supplies, and classroom essentials.

We’re an inclusive classroom that builds community through programs like Big Buddy Club, where general education peers join us to learn, play, and grow together.

To keep our students safe, organized, and ready to learn, we need shelves, bins, cleaning materials, and basic school supplies.

Teachers often fund these needs out of pocket—but this time, we’re asking for your help. Every donation brings us closer to a safe, supportive space where all students feel seen, included, and ready to thrive.

Thank you for supporting inclusive education and classroom community!

Mrs. Parajon's Extended Support Needs Classroom James Monroe Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Seville Classics 10-Drawer Storage Cart Frosted White (SHE16218WB) • Staples $59.54 2 $119.08
Vtopmart 6 Pack Clear Stackable Storage Bins with Lids, Medium Plastic Containers with Handle for Pantry Organizer and Storage,Perfect for Kitchen,Fridge,Cabinet, Closet,Bathroom Organization • Amazon Business $33.98 3 $101.94
Vtopmart 8 Pack Clear Stackable Storage Bins with Lids,XLarge Plastic Containers with Handle for Pantry Organizer and Storage,Perfect for Kitchen,Fridge,Cabinet, Closet,Bathroom Organization • Amazon Business $47.99 2 $95.98
Topment Plastic Boxes 15 Drawer Rolling Organizer Cart Utility Storage Tools Scrapbook Paper Multi-Use • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Lifewit 6 Pack Plastic Multi-Purpose Storage Box with Latching Lids, Clear A4 Paper Storage, Classroom Organization, Storage Containers for Board Game, Craft, Document, Magazine, Art Supplies • Amazon Business $44.98 2 $89.96
3 Tier Rolling Cart, with Table Top, Rolling Storage Cart with Handles and Locking Wheels, Utility Cart with 2 Small Baskets and 4 Hooks for Bathroom. Office, Balcony, Living Room (Grey) • Amazon Business $24.99 3 $74.97
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $21.38 3 $64.14
Iris Hinged Closure Plastic Storage Bin with 12 Multi-colored Photo Cases 2/Pack (500055) • Staples $59.99 1 $59.99
Quill Brand? Flat Box Facial Tissue, 2-Ply, White, 100 Sheets/Box, 30 Boxes/Carton (7TF830-QCCCT) • Quill.com $39.99 1 $39.99
Lysol Air Sanitizer Spray + Odor Eliminator for Home & Office, Sanitizing Air Spray, White Linen Scent, 10 oz (Pack of 3) • Amazon Business $18.87 2 $37.74
Pacon Classroom Construction Paper Storage 26 7/8 x 16 7/8 x 18 1/2 White (PAC001316) • Staples $36.74 1 $36.74
Crayola Oval Pan Watercolors, Assorted Colors, 16-Count (53-0160) • Quill.com $15.83 2 $31.66
hand2mind Sensory Fidget Tubes, Calming Toys for Kids, Occupational Therapy Toys, Play Therapy, Stress Relief Toy, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Calm Down Corner Supplies (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Yancorp 6 Panels Sheer Curtains Rainbow Window Decoration Voile Drapes 63 Inches Kids Girls Boys Party Favor Christmas Classroom Decor Bedroom Backdrop (Rainbow, (W40 x L63) x 6 Panels) • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Broom and Dustpan Set for Home, Dustpan with Long Handle, Broom with Dustpan, Dustpan Comb, Broom with Dustpan(Jade Green) • Amazon Business $24.89 1 $24.89
Sooez 32 Pack Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags, A4 Letter Size, Zipper Bags with Label Pocket, Waterproof Zipper Pouches for Classroom Organization, Board Game Storage, Document Bag for Office School Supplies • Amazon Business $21.98 1 $21.98
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
BIC Velocity Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (VLG11-BLU) • Quill.com $16.15 1 $16.15
Special Supplies 50 Squishy Pencil Grips for Kids and Adults - Colorful, Cushioned Holders for Handwriting, Drawing, Coloring - Ergonomic Right or Left-Handed Use - Reusable (50-Pack) • Amazon Business $14.24 1 $14.24
Special Supplies Long Foam Pencil Grips for Kids Adults Colorful, Cushioned Holders for Handwriting, Drawing, Coloring | Ergonomic Right or Left-Handed Use | Reusable (12) • Amazon Business $13.29 1 $13.29
It's Okay To Not Be Okay: A Rhyming Read Aloud Story for Children About Feelings of Sadness and Loneliness (Social Emotional Learning Toolbox - Therapists, Educators, and Parents) • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
LOVENJOY 2 Assembled Rainbow Banners Felt Bunting Multicolor for Colorful Birthday Party Decorations • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
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
110Pcs Colorful Push Pin with Wooden Clips, Durable Wooden Push Pins, Decorative Pushpins Tacks Thumbtacks, Tacks for Cork Board Artworks Notes Photos, Offices and Homes • Amazon Business $8.09 1 $8.09
Social-Emotional Learning for Autistic Kids: Fun Activities to Manage Big Feelings and Make Friends (For Ages 5-10) • Amazon Business $8.02 1 $8.02
Sooez 120 Pack Pencil Top Erasers Cap Pencil Eraser Toppers Eraser Studying Supplies for Teachers Pencil Erasers, 7 Colors • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$1,061.27

Vendor shipping charges

$1.84

Sales tax

$97.11

3rd party payment processing fee

$15.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,206.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$212.85

Total project goal

$1,418.99

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,418.99

4 Donors

-$686.11

Donations toward project cost

-$622.94

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$63.17

match offer

-$686.12

Match offer toward project cost

-$583.20

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$102.92

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$46.76

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