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Ms. Weller from Monterey, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Thinking Classrooms: Essential Materials for Collaborative Learning

Help me give my students supplies that will foster student engagement, critical thinking, and problem-solving through collaboration with their peers. I have started to implement "Building Thinking Classrooms" strategies into my classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Weller's classroom raised $337

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students are active and love to work together.

With the generous support of donors, I would be able to provide my students with high-quality whiteboards, whiteboard markers, and erasers.

These materials will enable students to collaborate in small groups, brainstorm ideas, and work through complex problems—while also allowing for quick feedback and revision. Having a vertical whiteboard space will empower each student to actively contribute, think critically, and share their work in real time.

These materials are not just tools—they represent a shift in how we think about learning. They will support active problem-solving, peer-to-peer collaboration, and the development of critical thinking skills. By integrating the "Building Thinking Classrooms" strategy with these essential materials, my students will have the opportunity to engage deeply with content, improve their communication skills, and grow as independent, confident learners.

Thank you for your consideration in helping make this transformative classroom experience possible! Your donation will provide my students with the resources they need to become thoughtful, problem-solving thinkers.

Ms. Weller Monte Vista TK-8 School Grades 3-5 Monterey, CA View local requests

More than a third 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 Quantity Total
Mr. Pen- Magnetic Dry Erase Board, 24x36 Inches, White Board Dry Erase, Large White Board, Big White Board, Large Whiteboard for Wall, Large Magnetic Whiteboard, Large Dry Erase Board for Wall • Amazon Business $31.84 6 $191.04
ARTEZA Dry Erase Markers, 52-Pack, Chisel Tip, 4 Assorted Colors, Low-Odor Ink for Whiteboards, Classroom, Office, or Home Use • Amazon Business $28.07 1 $28.07
OFFICDO Dry Erase Erasers, 48 Pack Mini Magnetic Whiteboard Erasers Dry Erasers Chalkboard Erasers for Kids, Student, Classroom, Teacher Supplies, Home and Office (Blue, 2 x 2 x 0.79 Inch) • Amazon Business $12.59 1 $12.59

Materials cost

$231.70

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $21.20

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$286.38

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$50.54

Total project goal

$336.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $336.92

4 Donors

-$336.91

Donations toward project cost

-$286.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$50.53

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

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 $0.00

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