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Ms. Boccabello from Columbia MD is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cultivating Community with a Carpet

Help me give my students a large carpet where all of my 24 third graders have a comfortable spot to sit. This carpet would make a perfect addition to our classroom community!

  • 3 donors
  • $653 still needed

expires Aug 03

  • 3 donors
  • $653 still needed
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Dear Donors,

I am a first-year teacher with a classroom full of eager learners, but unfortunately, our current carpet is too small to accommodate all 23 almost 24 students in my class.

I believe that having a larger carpet would create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every student can gather for group activities, discussions, and storytime.

Having a bigger carpet would not only provide physical comfort but also foster a sense of community among the students. It would allow them to sit together comfortably, promoting collaboration and engagement during lessons. Additionally, with limited space in the classroom, having a larger carpet would optimize the layout and ensure that all students have equal access to learning opportunities.

Your generosity will directly impact the educational experience of these young minds and contribute to their overall academic success.

Thank you for considering my DonorsChoose request for a bigger carpet. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these students and create a space where everyone feels valued and supported.

Sincerely, Emma Boccabello

Ms. Boccabello
Never Before Funded Grades 3-5

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Smiley Circle Sampler Abstract Educational Area Rug for Kids Room Seating Décor, Children's Classroom, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playroom, Seats 30, 10'6"x13'2", Blue & Multi • Amazon Business $549.99 1 $549.99
8 Packs of Pre-Sharpened #2 Pencils (12 per pack / 96 total) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $24.00 1 $24.00

Materials cost

$573.99

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.00

Sales tax

 $34.44

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.61

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$652.04

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$115.07

Total project goal

$767.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $767.11

3 Donors

-$115.00

Donations toward project cost

-$97.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.25

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 $652.11

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