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Ms. Richardson, Ed.S. from Richmond, VA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Chairs (Cheers) to Our New Tables! Part 2

Help me give my students a 20-cubby unit and organizational tools such as pocket charts, chair covers, and calendar set.

  • $624 goal

This project expired on September 14, 2025.

This project expired on September 14, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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 an innovative teacher, my goal is to create a vibrant and nurturing classroom where my third graders thrive both academically and socially. To enhance our learning experience, I seek essential educational supplies that will foster creativity, organization, and engagement. I'm requesting items such as staple removers, reusable dry erase pocket sleeves, a multi-section storage locker, wireless doorbells, and more. These resources will empower my students and create an interactive and organized learning space.

Staple removers and magnetic staple pullers will be invaluable as students work on projects that often require assembling paper materials.

By providing ergonomic tools, I’m ensuring their safety while promoting independence and problem-solving. The Mr. Pen Mini Dry Erase Erasers and oversized reusable dry erase pocket sleeves will revolutionize our lessons, allowing students to engage interactively and dynamically in math, spelling, and science, inspiring them to express their ideas creatively.

Organization is critical, and the 20-Section School Storage Locker will provide designated cubbies for students' supplies, fostering responsibility and cleanliness in our classroom. Chair pockets will enhance this organization, keeping essential items at their fingertips, ensuring that they spend less time searching and more time learning.

Creating an engaging environment is essential, and items like wireless doorbells will facilitate smooth transitions between activities while adding a fun twist to our routine. Additionally, birthday chair covers will help celebrate students' special days, fostering a sense of community. Finally, the Eamay Boho Calendar Pocket Chart will assist in tracking days, weather, and school events, enhancing students’ understanding of time.

With your generous support, we can transform our classroom into an inspiring learning environment. Thank you for considering our request to empower my students on their educational journey.

Ms. Richardson, Ed.S. Barack Obama Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Richmond, VA 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

HBCU Alum 15 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Happybuy 20-Section School Storage Locker, Wooden Storage Cabinet with 4 Casters, Classroom Cubbies for Storage, 15mm Thick Plywood Locker for Home, Office, School, Gym, Kindergarten • Amazon Business $239.99 1 $239.99
Chapou 24 Pcs Chair Pockets for Classrooms 16" x 20" Large Chair Storage Pocket Class Seat Storage Organizer with Name Tags and Back Pouches for Student, Office, Book, School, Preschool(Colored) • Amazon Business $78.99 1 $78.99
Godery Pink 7 Pocket Chart (28" x 28")(Pink) • Amazon Business $15.19 4 $60.76
SUNEE 30 Packs Oversized Reusable Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves with 2 Rings, 10 Assorted Colors 10x14 Ticket Holders, Clear Plastic Sheet Protectors, Teacher School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $19.90 1 $19.90
Fancy Land 2 PCS Birthday Chair Cover for Classroom Happy Birthday Seat Cover for Kids Birthday Party Decorations for School Home Office • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Eamay Boho Calendar Pocket Chart with 90 Cards for Kids Learning,Classroom and Home School Décor,White • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Staple Removers Staple Pull Office Staple Removal Tool Hand-held Comfort and Energy Saving, no Damage to Paper(Pink and Blue) • Amazon Business $14.44 1 $14.44
Professional Magnetic Staple Remover Puller Staple Puller Tool Staples Remover Staple Removal Tool for School Office Home (3PCS) • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
SECRUI Wireless Doorbells for Home, Classrooms, Apartments, Businesses, etc. Easy to Use, Adjustable Volume, 58 Chimes, Colorful LED, Waterproof, 1000Ft Range, M520+F55, Rose Red • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
Tudomro 2 Pieces It's My Birthday Chair Cover Birthday Seat Cover for Office Chair Kids Chair Cover with Ribbons Cupcake Chair Back Covers for Classroom School Home Dining Party Decor (Blue, Pink) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Mr. Pen Mini Dry Erase Eraser, 24 Pack, Pastel Colors, Magnetic, Square, Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA), Whiteboard Eraser • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98

Materials cost

$492.60

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$529.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$93.53

Total project goal

$623.52

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