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Mrs. Swenson from Richmond, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Beautiful Classroom

Help me give my students different bulletin board paper, borders and magnetic strips.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Swenson's classroom raised $409

This project is fully funded

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

I am looking to enhance our learning environment by obtaining bulletin board paper and borders to make our classroom more inviting and inspiring for my students. These materials will not only beautify our space but also help create a vibrant atmosphere that fosters creativity and learning. As you know, an engaging classroom can significantly impact students' motivation and enthusiasm for learning. Colorful decorations and inspiring visuals can stimulate creativity and imagination. An aesthetically pleasing environment can encourage students to express themselves and think outside the box. An inviting classroom is crucial for fostering a positive and productive learning experience. It can lead to better engagement, behavior, social skills, creativity, community, academic performance, and overall well-being among students.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to help us create a more beautiful and inspiring classroom.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need more information.

Mrs. Swenson Peres K-8 School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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.

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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

28 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Fadeless Art Paper - 48" x 50 ft, Royal Blue • Blick Art Materials $17.92 4 $71.68
Teacher Created Resources Blue with Gold Paw Prints Border Trim (4643) • Amazon Business $14.02 5 $70.10
Teacher Created Resources Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll, Black Stripes - Striped - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult - Lightweight - Durable • School Specialty $18.97 2 $37.94
AWIZOM 99 Feet Composition Bulletin Board Border Composition Straight Border Trim Black and White Composition Classroom Decorations for Homeschool Back to School Theme Party Classroom Decor,3 Rolls • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Fadeless Schoolgirl Style Bulletin Board Paper, Senior Year, 47.25" x 12', 1 Roll • Amazon Business $11.39 2 $22.78
Fadeless Bulletin Board Paper, Fade-Resistant Paper for Classroom Decor, 48” x 12’, White Subway Tile, 1 Roll • Amazon Business $11.39 2 $22.78
Whaline Back to School Pencils Cutouts 48Pcs Pencil Shape Name Tags 6 Design Black White Pencils Paper Cutting with Glue Point for First Day of School Kindergarten Bulletin Border Decor Kids DIY Craft • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Whaline 80FT Black White Bulletin Border Sticker 70 Sheet Pencil Border Trim Back to School Decoration for Teacher Student Classroom School Blackboard Chalkboard Whiteboard, 2 Designs • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Black and White Chevron Bulletin Board Borders Double-Sided Star Straight Border Trim for Classroom Decoration Bulletin Board Whiteboard 36ft • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$283.23

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.79

Sales tax

 $25.92

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$347.19

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$61.27

Total project goal

$408.46

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $408.46

1 Donor

-$408.46

Donations toward project cost

-$347.19

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$61.27

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