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Ms. Fonseca from Chicago, IL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Set Up!

Help me give my students a classroom with the necessary materials to create a stimulating and conducive learning space for our students. These items provide our students with the best possible atmosphere for their educational journey.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Fonseca's classroom raised $277

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

The magnetic curtain rod and magnetic numbers, magnetic loose-leaf paper, and shelves will create a dynamic learning space as a calendar resource. I aspire to transform our classroom into an engaging and dynamic learning space that will inspire creativity, collaboration, and exploration. The inclusion of purposeful classroom materials will allow students to interact with educational resources in an immersive and meaningful manner.

Enhance Student Learning: With the proper set-up materials, we will be able to design interactive learning stations, hands-on activities, and visually appealing displays that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring that every student can thrive academically.

A well-organized and resourceful classroom environment encourages active participation and involvement. By securing these materials, I aim to capture students' interest and increase their motivation to learn.

Ms. Fonseca Monarcas Academy 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.

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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

60 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Magnetic Dots - Self Adhesive Magnet Dots (0.8" x 0.8") - Peel & Stick Magnetic Circles - Flexible Sticky Magnets - Sheets is Alternative to Magnetic Squares, Stickers, Strip and Tape (120 Pcs) • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Lakeshore Giant Magnetic Lined Page • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Magnetic Poster Hanger Wooden Poster Hangers, 18 Inch, Extra Strong Magnets, Quick Assembly and Easy Use, Wood Poster Hanger for Wall Art, Pictures, Prints, Maps, Canvas, 18x24 18x12 18x28, Black • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
MyGift Magnetic-Mount Faux Succulent Plants in White Ceramic Planters, Set of 4 • Amazon Business $22.98 1 $22.98
Kenney 5/8" Magnetic Curtain Rod, 16-28", White • Amazon Business $17.15 1 $17.15
Der Rose 8 Packs Fake Plants Small Artificial Faux Potted Plants for Home Office Farmhouse Bathroom Bedroom Decor Indoor • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Sooyee 3 Pack 15 Inch Acrylic Invisible Kids Floating Book Shelves for Kids Room,Modern Picture Ledge Display Shelf Toy Storage Wall Shelves,Clear • Amazon Business $14.88 1 $14.88
Teacher Created Resources Black 2-1/2" Magnetic Number, 0.10" x 2.50" x 2.50" • Amazon Business $13.79 1 $13.79
Gorilla Tough & Clear Double Sided Adhesive Mounting Tape, Extra Large, 1" x 150", Clear, (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $12.24 1 $12.24
Ivilon Drapery Curtain Clip Rings - Set of 14 Decorative Drapery Rings Curtain Clip Rings with Strong Clips 2" Diameter - Color Ivory • Amazon Business $8.75 1 $8.75
1step2dream Alphabet Book Spine Labels for Library | A-Z Classroom Library Classification Letter Stickers 450pcs | 26 Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$201.73

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.03

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$234.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$41.43

Total project goal

$276.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$276.19

2 Donors

-$121.13

Donations toward project cost

-$117.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

match offer

-$138.09

Match offer toward project cost

-$117.38

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.71

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$16.96

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$0.00

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