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Ms. Chelsie from Toledo, OH is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Comfort and Collaboration: Help Us Build the Perfect Learning Space!

Help me give my students a table and chairs for comfortable and functional space for learning!

  • $263 goal

This project expired on August 6, 2025.

This project expired on August 6, 2025.

My Project

I love how curious, creative, and hardworking my students are. They come to class each day with excitement and a genuine desire to learn, and they thrive in an environment where they can explore, collaborate, and express themselves. Each student brings something unique to the classroom, and I know they are capable of accomplishing amazing things when they have the right tools and resources.

The new table and chairs will play a key role in our classroom's learning environment.

The table will be used for collaborative group work and dramatic play activities. Right now, we don't have a proper table for dramatic play, which is such an important part of our learning. Dramatic play helps students build social skills, practice problem-solving, and develop their creativity and imagination. With a designated table for dramatic play, students will be able to engage in more structured pretend play scenarios, helping them explore real-world situations in a fun and meaningful way.

The new chairs will provide comfort and support, ensuring students can focus on their learning activities without distractions. When students are physically comfortable and have a dedicated space for working, playing, and learning, they are more likely to stay engaged and perform their best.

These resources will help create an environment that fosters collaboration, creativity, and social development. The table and chairs will ensure that my students have a space that encourages active participation, imaginative play, and academic growth.

Ms. Chelsie Clever Bee Academy Head Start - City Park 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.

Toledo, OH 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

16 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flash Furniture Emmy 33" Round Natural Plastic Height Adjustable Activity Table Set with 4 Chairs • Amazon Business $189.94 1 $189.94

Materials cost

$189.94

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$222.79

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$39.32

Total project goal

$262.11

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