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Ms. Bruning from Adelphi, MD is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bright Minds, Calm Hearts, Happy Classroom!

Help me give my students a calm, welcoming classroom with name tags, soothing decor, a magnetic bookshelf, a cozy calm-down corner, and a behavior chart to support and motivate my kindergarteners.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Bruning's classroom raised $164

This project is fully funded

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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 love how kind, curious, and full of energy my students are each day. They’re eager to learn, help one another, and grow together. The name tags give them a sense of belonging, while the calming bulletin board and squishies support emotional regulation. The magnetic bookshelf makes books more accessible, and signs for our calm-down corner help students manage big feelings. Lastly, the positive behavior chart motivates them to make good choices. Each resource builds a classroom that’s not only organized and welcoming but also encourages learning, confidence, and community.

Ms. Bruning Cool Spring 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.

Adelphi, MD View local requests

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

40 students impacted 1donor

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ranslen Student Behavior Clip Chart for Classroom Management Kids Track Reward Pocket Chart Hanging Creative Bulletin Board with 2 Storage Bags for School Office Preschool Child Care • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
8 Calming Corner Posters For Classroom Must Haves For Teachers - 11x17" Calm Down Corner Supplies, Feelings Chart For Kids Ages 4-8, Toddler Emotions Chart, Cactus Classroom Decor • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
131ft Boho Bulletin Board Borders Bulletin Classroom Rainbow Hearts Border Trims Boho Colorful Straight Borders Stickers for Classroom Decor School Blackboard Desk • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
YAMMI 2 Pack Magnetic Book Shelf for Whiteboard Classroom - Upgraded Version Magnetic Shelf for Organizing Books on Whiteboards - Includes 1 Pack Magnetic Pen Case (White) • Amazon Business $15.39 1 $15.39
Squishy Fidget Sensory Toys for Kids, Calming Down Sensory Tools for Autism Autistic Special Needs, Sensory Bin Squeeze Toys for Classroom Prize, Travel Toys • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
Desk Name Tags for Classroom -25 Student Name Plates for Classroom Kindergarten, Preschool, 1st, 2nd & 3rd Grade, 13x3 Teacher Nameplates for Student Desks, Retro Nametags • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79
Desk Name Tags for Classroom -25 Student Name Plates for Classroom Kindergarten, Preschool, 1st, 2nd & 3rd Grade, 13x3 Teacher Nameplates for Student Desks, Boho Nametags • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79

Materials cost

$101.43

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $6.09

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$139.04

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.54

Total project goal

$163.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $163.58

1 Donor

-$163.58

Donations toward project cost

-$139.04

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.54

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