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Mrs. Nelson from Southaven, MS is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating an Optimal Learning Environment for Students

Help me give my students tables, chairs, and rugs to provide a positive impact on their learning environment!

  • $943 goal

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My Project

Our school has experienced an influx of new students as our state continues to recover from past tornadoes and hurricanes. As a result, we are facing a challenge in finding enough classroom space to accommodate all our students. We have repurposed various areas and other multi-purpose rooms to create permanent classrooms. I seek to transform an old bookroom space into a functional classroom by providing the necessary furniture and resources. This project aims to create a positive and effective learning environment for my students, enabling them to reach their learning goals successfully.

With the addition of a small table, a stool, a table and chairs, and classroom rugs, the space will be enhanced for effective teaching and learning.

The expected outcomes for this project are an improved learning environment, increased organization, greater student motivation, and effective instruction.

The transformation of the old bookroom into a functional classroom will provide our students with an effective learning environment and the necessary tools to reach their learning goals. Your support in funding these resources will have a direct and positive impact on our students' learning experience. Thank you for considering our grant proposal.

Mrs. Nelson Southaven Intermediate School Grades 3-5

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.

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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

100 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Rectangular Floor Table - Modern Maple - 30" x 48" • Lakeshore Learning Materials $379.00 1 $379.00
Flash Furniture Mindy Square Kids 3 Piece Folding Table and Chair Set, 24" x 24", Multicolored (JB10CARD) • Quill.com $75.99 2 $151.98
TRUEDAYS Checkered Area Rug 6x9 Large Area Rug Sage Green Checkerboard Rug Washable Rug for Bedroom Boho Low Pile Area Rug with Non-Slip Backing for Kitchen Living Room Office and Dining Room • Amazon Business $65.99 2 $131.98
Folding Stool - Backless 24-Inch Stool with 225lb Capacity for Kitchen or Rec Room - Portable Indoor Counter Bar Stools by Trademark Home (Gray) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Materials cost

$692.95

Vendor shipping charges

 $18.95

Sales tax

 $48.51

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$800.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$141.32

Total project goal

$942.12

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $942.12

1 Donor

-$942.12

Donations toward project cost

-$800.80

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$141.32

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