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Ms. Orbe from East Hartford, CT is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Cozy Classroom

Help me give my students a comfy and cozy classroom without the harsh fluorescent lights using these café-style lamps.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Orbe's classroom raised $326

This project is fully funded

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

In my classroom, I strive to create an inviting and warm atmosphere that fosters engagement, creativity, and a love for learning. By adding cordless cafe lamps, I can transform our classroom into a cozy, cafe-inspired space where students feel comfortable and inspired. These soft, ambient lights will mimic the relaxed yet focused environment of a coffee shop, helping to reduce the sterility of a traditional classroom setting and encouraging a more open, collaborative mindset.

The gentle lighting will reduce the harsh overhead lights, creating a more soothing environment that promotes focus and concentration.

The introduction of these cafe lamps will also help students who may feel anxious or distracted in a traditional classroom setting to feel more at ease. This unique atmosphere will not only enhance the learning experience but also allow students to take ownership of their space as they work and collaborate with a sense of calm, creativity, and community.

Ms. Orbe East Hartford High School Grades 9-12

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.

East Hartford, CT 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
CHLORANTHUS 2 Pack Cordless Table Lamps, 3 Colors Stepless Dimming, 5000mAh Rechargeable Battery LED Desk Lamp for Bedroom/Couple Dinner/Desk/Cafe/Dining Room/Terrace • Amazon Business $30.39 8 $243.12

Materials cost

$243.12

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$276.77

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.84

Total project goal

$325.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$325.61

1 Donor

-$162.80

Donations toward project cost

-$138.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.42

match offer

-$162.81

Match offer toward project cost

-$138.39

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.42

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$0.00

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