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Ms. Goldstein from Philadelphia PA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Flexible Seating for Flexible Minds

Help me give my students the materials I need to provide a classroom of growth!

  • 1 donor
  • $689 still needed

expires Jul 26

  • 1 donor
  • $689 still needed
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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

I want my students to have flexible seating! The circle seats will allow my students to sit in new ways that will allow sensory input while learning.

We only use dry-erase markers for the majority of the time they are with me.

As a reading-specialist, we spell and mark our words under the science of reading curriculum on dry-erase spots. The table and marker are their biggest tools!

Post-its and paper clips will allow me to organize papers and my thoughts. I also use post-its in games and spelling aids.

The rug will provide a more warm and engaging classroom. I have tile floor and sometimes the students can sit or lay on the floor for reading or independent work.

I use stickers as incentives in my small groups. If my students try their best and put forth their best effort, they can get a sticker.

Finally, my school does not provide printer paper. Students bring in printer paper to their homeroom teachers. Since I am not a homeroom teacher, I do not get printer paper and I have to purchase my own.

All of these items will allow my struggling readers to thrive and grow in an environment that shows I care.

Ms. Goldstein
Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Sharp Reading Carpet, 4 x 6 Feet, Black - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $105.71 1 $105.71
Xerox? Vitality? 8.5" x 11" 3-Hole Punch Multipurpose Printer Paper, 20 lbs., 92 Brightness, 10 Reams/Carton (3R2641) • Quill.com $95.39 1 $95.39
Ultra Colors Post-it Notes - 14 Pads • Teachers' School Supply $31.18 1 $31.18
Raymond Geddes Incentive Number 2 Pencils For Kids (Pack of 144) • Amazon Business $30.32 1 $30.32
School Smart Grip Seal Envelopes, 9 x 12 Inches, Kraft, Pack of 100, Brown • School Specialty $24.29 1 $24.29
Sharpie Felt Pen, Fine Point, 0.4 mm, Black Ink, Dozen (1742663) • Quill.com $23.39 1 $23.39
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $22.80 1 $22.80
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Intense Colors, Set of 12, Brown - Durable • School Specialty $20.02 1 $20.02
Bouncyband Wiggle Seat Sensory Chair Cushion, Small, 10-3/4 Inches, Grey • School Specialty $20.02 1 $20.02
Erasable Gel Pens, 22 Colors Lineon Retractable Erasable Pens Clicker, Fine Point, Make Mistakes Disappear, Assorted Color Inks for Drawing Writing Planner and Crossword Puzzles • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
ScotchBlue ORIGINAL Painter's Tape Value Pack 0.94 x 60 yds. Blue 6/Rolls (2090-24EVP) • Staples $19.88 1 $19.88
Velcro Brand 3/4 Sticky Back Hook & Loop Fastener Dots White 200/Pack (91824) • Staples $15.28 1 $15.28
Crayola Take Note! Chisel Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count • Kaplan Early Learning Company $15.26 1 $15.26
Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Original White Scouring Pad, 9/Pack (69516) • Quill.com $14.39 1 $14.39
Mr. Sketch Scented Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 22 • Blick Art Materials $14.39 1 $14.39
600 PCS Cute Stickers for Kids, Water Bottle Stickers Waterproof Vinyl Stickers for Students Scrapbook Laptop Classroom Teachers Prizes Kawaii Sticker Packs for Kids Teens Girls • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Expo Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Black 12/Pack (80001) • Staples $11.81 1 $11.81
16 PCS 11 Inch Dry Erase Dots Circles Set,Removable Vinyl Stickers Spots with Erasable Whiteboard Markers,Colorful Circles Whiteboard Marker for School Classroom Teachers Students Table & Desk • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Officemate Plastic Coated Paper Clips Assorted Sizes Assorted Colors 450/Pack (97227) • Staples $6.90 1 $6.90
Astrobrights Colored Printer Paper, 24 lb, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, Primary 5-Color Assortment, 100 Sheets, Yellow • School Specialty $5.02 1 $5.02

Materials cost

$517.01

Vendor shipping charges

$52.03

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.76

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$606.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$107.08

Total project goal

$713.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$713.88

1 Donor

-$25.00

Donations toward project cost

-$21.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

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$688.88

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