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Ms. Barki from Paterson, NJ is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Makeover Magic!

Help me give my students an Engaging Learning Environment! These supplies will allow me to showcase student work, make math more interactive and fun, and create clear, colorful displays that help students stay organized and motivated to learn.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Barki's classroom raised $291

This project is fully funded

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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

My students bring such curiosity and energy to learning every day! They're eager to explore new concepts, love celebrating each other's successes, and always surprise me with their creativity and unique perspectives. They deserve a classroom environment that matches their enthusiasm and supports their growth.

Bulletin Board Paper - This will help me create vibrant displays that showcase my students' amazing work and keep important learning concepts visible.

When students see their achievements celebrated on the walls, it builds confidence and motivates them to keep trying their best.

Math Games - These hands-on tools will make math concepts click for my students who learn best through play and interaction. Games help them practice skills without it feeling like work, and I love seeing their faces light up when they master a new concept through fun activities.

Bulletin Board Letters - Clear, colorful labels and headings help my students navigate their learning space independently and stay organized. This supports their confidence and helps them take ownership of their classroom environment.

These resources will help create the engaging, supportive space my students deserve!

Ms. Barki Elementary School 21 Grades 3-5

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.

Paterson, NJ View local requests

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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kolewo4ever 400 Pieces Happy Birthday Gifts Set:100 Birthday Rubber Bracelets,100 Birthday Pencils and 200 Birthday Badge Sticker for Teachers Classrooms Reward Birthday Party Favors • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Black Fadeless® Paper Roll - 47.25" x 50' • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 1 $24.99
Fadeless Paper Roll 48 x 50' White (0057015) • Staples $24.15 1 $24.15
Evermade Adsumudi Math Game - The Monstrously Fun, Smart Game for Kids to Practice Multiplication, Division, Addition and Subtraction - Great for Kids Ages 8-12 • Amazon Business $17.09 1 $17.09
150 PCS Large 7" Bulletin Board Letter Set, Juneteenth June 19th Black Classroom Alphabets Cutouts Letters for Bulletin Board Display Home School, A Great Helper to Inspire Students' Learning Interest • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Lewo Wooden Stacking Board Games Building Blocks for Kids Boys Girls- 48 Pieces • Amazon Business $14.24 1 $14.24
TREND Black 7-Inch Billboard Uppercase (EN/SP) Ready Letters, Bulletin Board Decor, 7-Inch, 105 Pieces • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
150 PCS Large 7" Font Letters and Punctuation Set, Groovy Party Hippie Boho Daisy Classroom Alphabet for Bulletin Board Display Home School, A Great Helper to Inspire Students' Learning Interest • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Classroom Jobs Pocket Chart - Heavy-Duty Student Responsibility Chart with 14 Pre-Made Job Cards & Magnetic Hooks, Teacher Classroom Management Tool for Preschool to Elementary • Amazon Business $12.34 1 $12.34
150 PCS Large 7" Bulletin Board Letters Set, Warm Boho Classroom Alphabet Cutout Letter for Bulletin Board Display Home School, A Great Helper to Inspire Students' Learning Interest • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Carson Dellosa 219-Piece 4 Inch Kind Vibes Colorful Cutout Letters for Bulletin Boards, Numbers, Punctuation & Symbols, Bright and Colorful Bulletin Board Letters, Classroom Letters for Bulletin Board • Amazon Business $10.37 1 $10.37
150 PCS Large 7" Bulletin Board Letters Set, Under the Sea Themed Party Classroom Alphabet Cutouts Letters for Bulletin Board Display Home School, A Great Helper to Inspire Students' Learning Interest • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Qyeahkj 150 PCS Large 7" Font Bulletin Board Letters Punctuation Cutouts Combo Black Letters with White Polka Dots Border Decor Classroom Alphabet Poster for Bulletin Board Display Home School Wall • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
SICOHOME Personalized Classroom Door Sign - Welcome Sign for Classroom Door Decorations 13" Teacher Sign for Door Hanger for Decorations Back to School Decor Hanging Signs Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$212.10

Vendor shipping charges

$1.25

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$246.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$43.51

Total project goal

$290.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$290.04

4 Donors

-$246.00

Donations toward project cost

-$209.10

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.90

match offer

-$44.04

Match offer toward project cost

-$37.43

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.61

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$0.00

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