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Ms. Ahern from Kailua, HI is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Celebrating Learning: Festive Decorations for a Joyful Classroom!

Help me give my students materials to make holidays and special events fun in our classroom!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ahern's classroom raised $365

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students are enthusiastic and energetic first-graders with a passion for learning! They bring unique strengths, interests, and personalities to the classroom and are always eager to participate in new experiences. They are hardworking, kind to one another, and excited to engage in the events and celebrations that make our classroom a special place to learn and grow.

This project will provide decorations to create a festive atmosphere for our classroom, celebrating both holidays and quarterly special events.

Decorations will be used for celebrations like winter holidays, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, and the 100th Day of School, as well as quarterly events like our Glow Celebration, Hot Cocoa Party, and "Camping Day”, where I create a whole day of themed learning activities.

I usually use my own money to provide these decorations and special touches because I’m passionate about creating an environment where my students feel valued and celebrated. Seeing their excitement and pride during these celebrations makes it all worthwhile, but having support for this project would allow me to continue fostering that sense of joy and community without the financial burden. Your generosity will help ensure that my students have memorable, meaningful experiences that enrich their learning journey. Mahalo in advance for your support!

Ms. Ahern Kainalu Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Kailua, HI View local requests 22 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
DearHouse 2 Pack Fall Garland Maple Leaf, 5.9Ft/Piece Hanging Vine Garland Artificial Autumn Foliage Garland Thanksgiving Decor for Home Wedding Fireplace Party Christmas (Brown) • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
KatchOn, Felt Heart Valentines Garland - Pack of 40, No DIY | Red, Pink Valentines Day Garland for Heart Garland Decorations, Galentines Day Decorations | Valentines Day Decor, Valentines Decorations • Amazon Business $15.96 2 $31.92
bagmad 100Pcs Pack 8x4.75x10 inch Medium White Kraft Paper Bags with Handles Bulk, Gift Bags, Craft Grocery Shopping Retail Birthday Party Favors Wedding Sacks Restaurant Takeout, Business (100) • Amazon Business $26.59 1 $26.59
Whaline 55Pcs Easter Classroom Decoration Set 24Pcs Easter Egg Bunny Cut-Outs with Glue Point 30Pcs Spring Flower Egg Bulletin Board Stickers Border Trim Happy Easter Bunting Banner for Blackboard • Amazon Business $11.98 2 $23.96
TURKIO Fabric Winter Night Train Photography Backdrop No Wrinkles Wonderland Railway Polar Express Background Snowflake Portrait Photobooth Banner Party Decor Photo Studio Props 7x5ft car • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Camping Party Banner Happy Camper Banner Fun House Banner with Campfire Tent Oil Lamp Adventure Camping Birthday Party Decorations • Amazon Business $8.89 2 $17.78
St Patricks Day Decorations 5 Pack Shamrock Clover Felt Banner Garland for St Patricks Day Decor Dark Green Light Green for Party Home Store • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Glitter Back to School Banner and Colorful Glittery Pennant Banner for Back to School Decorations, First Day Of School Decorations, Classroom Teacher Office School Decorations Supplies • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
KatchOn, Welcome Banner for Back To School Decorations - Large, 10 Feet, No DIY | Back To School Banner for Back To School Party Decorations | Back To School Backdrop, First Day of School Decorations • Amazon Business $11.96 1 $11.96
The Polar Express: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids • Amazon Business $10.83 1 $10.83
ArtCreativity Assorted Easter Stickers for Kids - 100 Sheets with Over 1000 Stickers - Assorted Vibrant Colors and Designs - Cute Surprise Toys, Egg Hunt Supplies, Party Favors for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Camping Backdrop Camping Themed Party Decorations Happy Camper Banner Party Supplies Camping Photo Background Wall Hanging Decorations for Boys Kids Teenagers Baby Shower, 70.8 x 43.3 Inch • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
100 Days of School Decoration Banner Happy 100th Day of School Party Backdrop Photography Background for Kids Student Kindergarten Preschool Primary School Party, 72.8 x 43.3 Inch (White) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
XIMISHOP 5pcs 33ft Candy Christmas Tinsel Garlands,Shiny Red White Christmas Candy Cane Hanging Garland Decoration for Christmas Party Supplies，Indoor Outdoor Holiday Valentine's Day Decorations • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
400Feet Glow in The Dark Party Supplies Streamers Glow Crepe Paper Streamer UV Blacklight Fluorescent Neon Paper Streamers for Glow Party Supplies and Decorations Wedding Birthday Party Decorations • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
108feet UV Neon Streamers Glow Garland Hollowed Star Paper Hanging Ornaments Glow in The Dark Supplies and Decorations Blacklight Reactive Fluorescent Black Light Party Kit Wedding Birthday Streamers • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
24 Sheets Small Heart Stickers for Kids, 1200pcs Tiny Self Adhesive Valentine's Day Heart Sticker, Gilter Love Sticker for Craft Supplies Greeting Cards Scrapbooking, Kid Classroom Gifts • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97

Materials cost

$263.89

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $11.61

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$309.46

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$54.61

Total project goal

$364.07

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $364.07

5 Donors

-$289.07

Donations toward project cost

-$245.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$43.36

match offer

-$75.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$63.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.25

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