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Mrs. Dahlkemper from Corry, PA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Rug of Learning and Love

Help me give my students a fun and interactive rug that will help them learn their letters.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Dahlkemper's classroom raised $724

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am thrilled to share with you my deep appreciation for our wonderful students and our shared journey of learning and growth. Each day, I am inspired by their curiosity, resilience, and boundless potential. I want to express how your support will profoundly impact their educational journey.

The classroom alphabet rug we are requesting is not just a simple piece of decor; it's a gateway to exploration and discovery.

Every letter woven into its fabric serves as a stepping stone for our students to navigate the vast world of language and literacy. With vibrant colors and engaging illustrations, this rug will transform our classroom into a dynamic learning environment where every corner holds the promise of new knowledge.

But it's not just about the rug itself; it's about the experiences it facilitates. Through interactive activities and games, our students will develop crucial language skills, from letter recognition to phonemic awareness. They will eagerly gather around the rug during storytime, tracing their fingers along the letters as they immerse themselves in the magic of storytelling. And during group discussions, the rug will serve as a focal point, bringing us together as a community of learners.

In supporting this project, you are not just investing in a rug; you are investing in the future of our students. You are giving them the tools they need to succeed, both inside and outside the classroom. And for that, we are immensely grateful.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Mrs. Dahlkemper

Mrs. Dahlkemper Corry Primary 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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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 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Alphabet Activity Carpet - 9' x 12' • Lakeshore Learning Materials $549.00 1 $549.00

Materials cost

$549.00

Vendor shipping charges

$27.45

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.24

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$614.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$108.47

Total project goal

$723.16

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$723.16

4 Donors

-$471.76

Donations toward project cost

-$401.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$70.76

Matching donations from our partners

-$251.40

Match offers toward project cost

-$213.69

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.71

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$0.00

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