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Mr. Varney from Honolulu, HI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Nurturing Space for Lifelong Learning!

Help me give my students new chairs, art supplies to explore, new headphones for all (especially auditory learners), an area rug to create a decompression zone, and drawers to fit supplies like leveled readers.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Varney's classroom raised $868

This project is fully funded

My Project

This year, our class theme is “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” I aim to instill in every student the belief that the sky's the limit. I want them to carry this sense of self-worth and potential within them throughout their journey as lifelong learners. As a passionate first-year educator in Special Education, to achieve this, the first step is to create a classroom where every student feels welcome, supported, engaged, and empowered to learn. Your support will provide essential resources to help create a positive and nurturing classroom that will benefit all our students for years to come.

We aim to establish a calming decompression zone within our resource classroom.

This area, complete with a new rug and a class library tailored to our students, will be a peaceful space where students can take breaks, read, and regulate their emotions, helping them return to their work refreshed and focused. Additionally, we need new, functional headphones to replace our outdated ones, which are no longer effective. Quality headphones are vital for individual learning, enabling students (particularly auditory learners) to engage with digital content effectively without distractions. I teach an art-focused mindfulness class with 20 students every Wednesday, and I need more student chairs to accommodate everyone safely and art supplies for students. We also need new storage drawers to keep our classroom organized and ensure students can easily access materials like leveled readers.

Your support will directly impact our students' daily experiences, providing them with the environment and tools they need to continually grow as learners and positive members of their class and school communities. This opportunity will make a significant and lasting difference in our students' lives, enhancing their learning and overall well-being.

Mr. Varney Pearl Harbor Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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.

Honolulu, HI View local requests

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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flash Furniture Whitney 4 Pack Plastic Stackable School Chairs with 13.25" Seat Height, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $116.99 1 $116.99
Amdrebio Tie-dyed Dark Grey Round Rugs for Living Room, 8x8 Rug, Extra Large Circle Area Rug for Bedroom, Big Shag Fluffy Plush Carpet for Mens Home, Modern Cool Circular Rug, Soft Cozy Thick Rugs • Amazon Business $74.99 1 $74.99
IRIS USA Plastic Drawer Storage Organizer Rolling Cart, with Wheels Casters, 3-Drawers, for Classroom Art Craft Supplies Dresser Closet Bathroom Dorm Bedroom Laundry Room, Black/Clear • Amazon Business $30.94 2 $61.88
Crayola Washable Paint, Pint, Assorted Brilliant Colors, Set of 12 • School Specialty $53.99 1 $53.99
Crayola Washable Watercolor Paint Set, Bulk Art Supplies, Case of 12, 16Count • Amazon Business $48.16 1 $48.16
Crayola Model Magic White Classpack 1-oz. Packages White 75/Pk (23-6001) • Staples $41.32 1 $41.32
Yunsailing 18 Pack Classroom Headphones Bulk Student Headphones Wired Class Headphones Set for Kids School with Individually Wrapped Adjustable Over Ear Head Earbuds (Navy Blue) • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Expo Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Assorted, 36/Pack (2138424) • Quill.com $31.44 1 $31.44
School Smart Black Bristle Paint Brushes, Short Handle, Assorted Sizes, Set of 24 - Aluminum/Wood • School Specialty $28.49 1 $28.49
MeCids 360°Rotating Desk Organizers Homeschool Office Organization and Storage Art Supplies Organizers– 12" Lazy Susan Style Caddy with Removable Bins, for Home Offices, School Supplies Classroom Use • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Set of 12 Small White Board Dry Erase Boards Classroom Pack Mini White Boards 9"x12” Double Sided Personal Whiteboards for Students Teachers School Supplies Lapboards l 12 Mini Whiteboard Erasers Incl • Amazon Business $25.49 1 $25.49
Crayola Ultra Clean Washable Markers (40 Count), Coloring Markers for Kids, Art Supplies, Marker Set, Gifts for Kids, 3, 4, 5 • Amazon Business $17.95 1 $17.95
Crayola Modeling Dough, Blue, Bulk Classroom & Art Supplies For Kids, 3lb, Resealable Bucket • Amazon Business $13.56 1 $13.56
Expo Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted, 12/Pack (80699) • Quill.com $11.04 1 $11.04
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $10.90 1 $10.90
REGELETO Large 44 Pockets Calendar Pocket Chart for Classroom with 85 Cards, Size:25” X 24” Monthly Calendar and Weather Black Pocket Chart for Kids Learning for Home or Kindergarten (44 Pockets) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
HTVRONT Blue Painters Tape - 1 Inch x 60 Yards x 3 Rolls Masking Tape, Multi-Surface Painters Tape, Paint Tape for Wall, Painting, Craft, Art Supplies, Clean Release Painter's Blue Tape • Amazon Business $8.88 1 $8.88
Yunsailing Kids Earmuffs Noise Canceling Reduction 26dB Adjustable Ear Protection Headphones • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
Sax Colored Art Paper, 12 x 18 Inches, Assorted Colors, 50 Sheets • School Specialty $7.57 1 $7.57

Materials cost

$635.11

Vendor shipping charges

$34.46

Sales tax

$27.94

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$737.04

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$130.07

Total project goal

$867.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$867.11

2 Donors

-$433.56

Donations toward project cost

-$368.53

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.03

match offer

-$433.54

Match offer toward project cost

-$368.51

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.03

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