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Ms. Sprowell from Escondido, CA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Blocks for Growth - Supporting Special Education

Help me give my students the essential furniture and supplies they need to thrive in a supportive learning environment.

  • $815 goal

This project expired on September 3, 2025.

This project expired on September 3, 2025.

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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

As I prepare for the upcoming school year, the need for new furniture and supplies in my special education classroom feels more pressing than ever, especially given my students' diverse social-emotional and academic needs. Creating a supportive and adaptable environment is paramount; the right furniture can provide quiet corners for students who need to regulate their emotions, flexible seating options for those who benefit from movement while learning, and collaborative spaces that encourage positive social interactions.

Beyond the physical layout, updated supplies such as the mobile whiteboard are the essential tools that allow me to address academic goals effectively with differentiated materials, while also providing sensory supports and resources that help students manage anxiety, build self-awareness, and develop crucial coping strategies.

Investing in these resources isn't just about aesthetics; it's about building a foundation where every student feels safe, understood, and equipped to thrive both academically and emotionally.

Ms. Sprowell Miller Elementary 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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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

Never Before Funded 7 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Calming Colors® Easy-Clean Room Divider - Sea Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $229.00 2 $458.00
TANKEE Mobile Whiteboard Dry Erase - 40 x 26 Inches Portable Magnetic White Board Easel Flip Chart Stand with 25 Sheets Paper Pad • Amazon Business $119.98 1 $119.98

Materials cost

$577.98

Vendor shipping charges

 $22.90

Sales tax

 $52.89

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$692.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$122.20

Total project goal

$814.64

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