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Ms. H. from Washington DC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Creating a Warm, Inviting Classroom!

Help me give my students a classroom environment that is warm, welcoming, and organized.

  • $683 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

The first thing you notice when you walk into a classroom is how is it set up. Therefore, setting up the classroom is a must to welcome scholars back from the summer vacation.

A classroom that is engaging and fun creates an inviting space that engages learners by making them feel excited to be at school.

Our classroom will be my scholars' space - where their ideas and learning fill the walls.

Scholars deserve to be in a classroom that is designed to benefit them by making sure there are minimal distractions and maximal opportunities for quality learning.

I will use the classroom decorations to help make our classroom aesthetically pleasing. Additionally, I will use anchor paper to create anchor charts to set my scholars up for success. Since we are in the age of "mask-wearing", the voice amplifier will be used to ensure all scholars are able to hear during class instruction. The mail organizer will be used as storage for my scholars' materials. The chess and checker games will be used during indoor recess. Lastly, the diffuser will be used to help create a calming environment.

Thank you for helping me create a positive learning space that my students are excited to come to every day.

Ms. H.
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Safco Products Wood Adjustable Literature Organizer, 24 Compartment, 9423GR, Gray, Durable Construction, Removable Shelves, Stackable,16.4"x39.4"x11.8" • Amazon Business $122.05 1 $122.05
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 in x 30 in Sheets, Yellow Paper with Lines, 30 Sheets/Pad, 2 Pads/Pack, Great for Virtual Teachers and Students (561) • Amazon Business $62.99 1 $62.99
ZOWEETEK Voice Amplifier with UHF Wireless Microphone Headset, 10W 1800mAh Portable Rechargeable PA system Speaker for Multiple Locations such as Classroom, Meetings, Promotions and Outdoors • Amazon Business $50.96 1 $50.96
Wooden Chess Set - Handcrafted Chess Pieces - 15 Inch Chess Board - Foldable - Interior Storage Space - Travel Friendly - Felt Bottom - 3 Inch King - Bonus Wooden Checkers Pieces • Amazon Business $22.99 2 $45.98
Blue Summit Supplies 30 Pack Dry Erase Lapboard Classroom Set, Includes 30 Whiteboards 9 x 12 Inch, 30 Markers, 30 Erasers, Ideal for Teachers, Students, Sunday School, Group Participation • Amazon Business $44.64 1 $44.64
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, "Brilliant" 5-Color Assortment, 625 Sheets, 24 lb/89 gsm, 8.5" x 11 - MORE SHEETS! (91684) • Amazon Business $17.49 2 $34.98
Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser for Room: 500ml Aroma Air Humidifier Remote Control for Home Large & Small Rooms - Ultrasonic Cool Mist Diffusers Oils Vaporizer with Light & Timer Bedroom Office • Amazon Business $29.14 1 $29.14
Continuum Games Checkers Family Traditions Board Games • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Teacher Created Resources Black Polka Dots on White Scalloped Border Trim (5593) • Amazon Business $5.99 3 $17.97
Deli Effortless Desktop Stapler, 40-50 Sheet Capacity, One Finger Touch Stapling, Easy to Load Ergonomic Heavy Duty Stapler, Includes 1500 Staples and Staple Remover • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
12 Rolls Washi Tape Set Black White Paper Thin 15 mm Wide 7 Meters Long Decorative Craft Adhesive Masking Tape Washi Tape Black White Strip for DIY Wrapping Decoration (Stylish Style) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Classroom Timers for Teachers Kids Large Magnetic Digital Timer 2 Pack • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore • Amazon Business $13.40 1 $13.40
12 Packs 600 Pieces Translucent Sticky Notes See Through Clear Sticky Notes,Transparent Sticky Notes,Waterproof Self Adhesive Pad for Book Studying Reading Annotating (3 x 3 Inch) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
RuiLing 40-Pack 4 Inches Mega Large Paper Clips - 8 Colors Per Color 5pcs 100mm Cute Paper Needle Multicolor Bookmark,Office Supply Accessories • Amazon Business $6.46 2 $12.92

Materials cost

$511.96

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$30.72

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$580.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.42

Total project goal

$682.78

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$682.78

7 Donors

-$378.68

Donations toward project cost

-$349.43

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.25

Matching donations from our partners

-$271.69

Match offers toward project cost

-$230.94

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$40.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$32.41

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$0.00

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