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Ms. Wheat from Pensacola, FL is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Built to Last: Tools for Resilient Learners

Help me give my students a classroom focused on equity and high achievement, these supplies are far more than just "office gear"they are the tools that allow lessons to come to life.

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  • $143 still needed

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  • 1 donor
  • $143 still needed
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Ms. Wheat West Pensacola Elementary School
Pensacola, FL Grades PreK-2

My Project

In our classroom, these supplies represent far more than just paper and plastic; they represent the dignity, organization, and durability my students deserve. Many of my learners face daily challenges outside of our school walls, and I am committed to making our classroom a place of high expectations and boundless resources. When a student sees that their learning materials are beautifully laminated and organized in sturdy bins, it sends a powerful message: "Your work is important, and your education is worth protecting."

The laminating pouches are a game-changer for my students' hands-on learning.

Instead of using a paper once, I can create durable "Learning Stations" that students can touch, move, and interact with daily. This is especially vital for my tactile learners who need to hold their lessons to truly understand them. The storage bins provide the structure my students crave. A tidy, organized room reduces anxiety and allows children to transition smoothly between subjects, keeping their minds focused on discovery rather than searching for misplaced tools. Finally, the copy paper ensures that no child is ever left without the materials they need to practice their reading and writing. It allows me to put high-quality, leveled resources directly into their hands to take home.

By funding this project, you are helping me build a classroom that feels professional, permanent, and full of possibility. You are giving my students the tools to feel like the serious scholars they are. Thank you for helping me protect and provide for their bright futures.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

20 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. Wheat West Pensacola 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.

Pensacola, FL View local requests

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

20 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Iris 20.5 Quart Storage Container with Lid Plastic Red 4/Pack (500263) • Staples $49.69 1 $49.69
TRU RED 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness 500 Sheets/Ream 10 Reams/Carton (TR56958) • Staples $48.49 1 $48.49
Staples Thermal Laminating Pouches Letter Size 3 Mil 200/Pack (ST61982) • Staples $16.69 2 $33.38

Materials cost

$131.56

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$163.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.86

Total project goal

$192.39

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $192.39

1 Donor

-$50.00

Donations toward project cost

-$42.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

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 $142.39

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