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Mrs. Varnum from Stillwater, OK is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating Powerful Visuals for Deeper Understanding

Help me give my students the visual supports that they need to be successful.

  • $293 goal

This project expired on August 27, 2025.

This project expired on August 27, 2025.

My Project

I absolutely love how creative, resilient, and unique my students are. Each one of them brings a different way of thinking, seeing, and understanding the world. In our special education classroom, visuals are a key tool for unlocking their learning potential.

The supplies I'm requesting will allow me to create customized visual supports—like charts, graphic organizers, feeling charts and especially visual schedules—that make daily routines and academic concepts more concrete and accessible.

Visual schedules help my students anticipate transitions, reduce anxiety, and build independence throughout the day. These visuals aren't just helpful — they are essential for my students to fully participate, understand expectations, and thrive.

With your support, I’ll be able to design materials tailored to each student's individual needs, helping them feel confident, successful, and excited to learn every day.

Mrs. Varnum Highland Park Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Stillwater, OK View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, Letter Size, 3 Mil, 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Quill.com $27.47 4 $109.88
Neenah Paper 40311 Exact Index Card Stock, 90lb, 94 Bright, 8 1/2 x 11, White, 250 Sheets • Amazon Business $12.98 3 $38.94
VELCRO Brand Dots with Adhesive White | 200 Pk | 3/4" Circles | Sticky Back Round Hook and Loop Closures for Organizing, Arts and Crafts, School Projects, 91824, 200Pk • Amazon Business $11.74 2 $23.48
ALIEN TAPE Double Sided Tape Heavy Duty, Nano Tape, Double Sided Mounting Tape, Heavy Duty Double Sided Tape for Walls, Wall Tape, Clear Adhesive Tape for Poster Photo Wall Décor As Seen on TV 40 Feet • Amazon Business $20.41 1 $20.41
Otylzto 120pcs Binder Rings 1 Inch,Metal Rings, Book Rings,Paper Rings, Key Rings, Metal Rings,Office Products • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$199.70

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $16.28

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$248.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$43.94

Total project goal

$292.92

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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