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Ms. Romano from Hackensack, NJ is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Romano's classroom raised $358

Creating a Cozy and Collaborative Learning Space: Classroom Carpet Project

Help me give my students a warm, nurturing learning space. Sitting on the floor to work with a partner or read is book is just not comfortable!

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Ms. Romano Nellie K Parker Elementary School
Hackensack, NJ Grades PreK-2

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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

We are a 1st-grade classroom in a Title I school in a low-income, diverse community. Despite the many hardships and struggles my students bring with them they come to school excited and ready to learn.

We are seeking your support to transform our classroom into a comfortable and engaging learning environment by acquiring a new classroom carpet.

Our classroom is a space where young minds come together to learn, explore, and grow. However, the current flooring in our classroom lacks warmth and coziness, hindering the learning experience for our students.

A classroom carpet would provide numerous benefits for our students. First and foremost, it would create a comfortable and inviting space for our children to sit, gather, and participate in various activities. Whether it's during morning meetings, storytime, or group discussions, a soft and cushioned surface would greatly enhance their overall experience and promote a sense of belonging.

A classroom carpet also promotes collaboration and engagement. It provides a designated area for students to work together, fostering teamwork, communication, and social interaction.

Furthermore, a classroom carpet offers versatility in instructional activities. It serves as an interactive learning tool, with educational games, numbers, letters, and colorful designs that can support various subjects. It can be used for engaging math exercises, literacy centers, and even serve as a backdrop for imaginative play.

Unfortunately, our school's budget does not currently allow for the purchase of a classroom carpet. That's why we are turning to you, our generous donors, for assistance. Your support will make a tremendous impact on the learning experiences of our students. By providing a comfortable and collaborative learning space, you will help nurture their creativity, foster their love for learning, and create a positive classroom environment.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Half of students from low‑income households

20 students impacted 6 donors
Ms. Romano Nellie K Parker Elementary School Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Hackensack, NJ View local requests

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

20 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ABCarpet Classroom Rug Elementary, Classroom Carpet ABC Rug Learning Classroom Area Rug for Classroom, Preschool Rugs for Classroom (7'5"x13'-Yellow) • Amazon Business $269.95 1 $269.95

Materials cost

$269.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$304.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$53.65

Total project goal

$357.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $357.65

5 Donors

-$348.42

Donations toward project cost

-$304.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$44.42

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$9.23

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 $0.00

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