Help me give my students a cozy environment to learn and grow by bringing the outside in so they feel welcome and comfortable.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Gray's classroom raised $278
This project is fully funded
My Project
As a classroom teacher, it is my job to create a space that allows students to feel safe, welcome, and comfortable. However, the harsh lighting and cinder-block structure lead students to complain that the florescent lights give them migraines and that the school feels like prison. I am working hard to revamp my classroom with low-lighting, greenery, and warm textiles to create a homey feel to shift their perspective.
While it may seem extraneous, this is actually a critical component to make students feel welcome and happy in this space.
I could use your help to make this possible. I have had many students already share the sense of calm they feel when they walk into my room with some lamp lighting and faux plants. This positive feedback has led me to pursue more decor to create a natural, peaceful space for my students to learn, share and grow. In a time with increasing mental illness among teens, I am trying to do all I can to ease their anxiety and calm their racing thoughts to allow them to actually focus on gaining new knowledge.
More than 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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Materials cost
$202.94
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.04
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$235.98
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$41.64
Total project goal
$277.62
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$277.62
1 Donor
-$138.81
Donations toward project cost
-$117.99
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$20.82
match offer
-$138.81
Match offer toward project cost
-$117.99
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Gray and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
