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Mrs. Theriault from Lewiston ME is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Creating an Inviting Classroom

Help me give my students an inviting classroom and the basic supplies they need to stay organized throughout the year.

  • $632 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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My Students

I work in a high poverty school district with a diverse student body. My students come from a wide variety of cultures, socioeconomic statuses, and family backgrounds. Many of my students are English language learners coming from countries all over the world!

My students face many obstacles, but they do so with grit and determination.

Each day they come to school ready to learn and work hard. They are eager and curious learners who value their education. This project will help foster their love of learning!

My Project

This project will create a classroom environment that is both organized and inviting. A safe, happy classroom environment is a crucial component to student engagement. I want my students to feel at home when they walk into our classroom​ and take pride and ownership in our space.

My goal is to create a warm and inviting space to nurture and encourage diverse learning experiences.

A classroom mat will provide students with a comfortable space for our daily morning meetings, and an area to curl up with a new, exciting book. Motivational posters will be a daily reminder to students that their future is full of endless possibilities.

Additionally, this project will fund basic school supplies to keep students organized and on track for success throughout the school year.

Mrs. Theriault
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Really Good Stuff Durable Magazine, Book, Folder, File and Binder Holders – Ideal for Narrow or Vertical Storage Needs – Instantly Color Code Your Classroom – Assorted Primary Colors (Set of 6) • Amazon Business $38.60 4 $154.40
Stalwart Foam Mat Floor Tiles, Interlocking EVA Foam Padding Soft Flooring for Exercising, Yoga, Camping, Kids, Babies, Playroom – 4 Pack • Amazon Business $25.78 5 $128.90
Crayola Kid's Markers, Broad Line, Assorted Colors, 12/Box (58-7712) • Staples Advantage $3.30 20 $66.00
Crayola Crayons, 24/Box • Staples Advantage $1.80 20 $36.00
Motivational Posters for Classroom & Office Decorations | Inspirational Quote Wall Art for Teachers, Students, School Counselors, Principals, Home & Office | Set of 10 Creative Chalkboard Designs • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Zilpoo 5 Tier - Plastic Desk Letter Organizer Tray, Stackable Office Desktop Document Paper Storage, Front Load File Holder, Portrait, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
AmazonBasics Pre-sharpened Wood Cased #2 HB Pencils, 150 Pack • Amazon Business $12.49 1 $12.49
Staples 2-Pocket School Folders, Yellow, 25/Box (50761/27538-CC) • Staples Advantage $9.89 1 $9.89
Staples 2-Pocket School Folders, Blue, 25/Box (50754/27534-CC) • Staples Advantage $9.49 1 $9.49
Staples 2-Pocket School Folders, Green, 25/Box (50753/27533-CC) • Staples Advantage $9.49 1 $9.49
Staples 2-Pocket School Folders, Purple, 25/Box (50759/27536-CC) • Staples Advantage $9.49 1 $9.49

Materials cost

$476.13

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$23.81

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.14

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$537.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$94.78

Total project goal

$631.86

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$631.86

8 Donors

-$456.99

Donations toward project cost

-$388.45

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$68.54

Matching donations from our partners

-$174.87

Match offers toward project cost

-$148.64

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.23

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$0.00

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