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Ms. Cochrane from St. Augustine, FL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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From Bare to Beautiful: Creating a Space to Thrive

Help me give my students a welcoming, organized, and calming classroom by providing essential learning tools and thoughtful decorations that create a space where they can focus, feel comfortable, and thrive.

  • $899 goal

This project expired on September 11, 2025.

This project expired on September 11, 2025.

My Project

My students deserve to walk into a classroom that feels warm, inviting, and designed for their success. This project will help transform our space into a welcoming, organized, and student-centered environment by combining essential learning tools with comforting decorations.

The materials requested, such as testing dividers, manilla envelopes, and shelving, will support classroom organization and help create a smooth flow of materials and routines.

These items will allow students to feel prepared and focused, especially during testing or independent work time.

In addition to these functional items, the project also includes a few carefully selected decorations like a cozy floor lamp, curtain and rod, LED signs, a tissue box cover, and even a small faux tree. While these aren't instructional tools on their own, they play a powerful role in setting the tone for our classroom. A thoughtfully decorated space fosters a sense of belonging and calm which research shows can have a significant impact on student well-being, focus, and academic performance.

With your support, my goal is to create a classroom that feels like a second home—organized, welcoming, and inspiring for all my students.

Ms. Cochrane Pacetti Bay Middle School Grades 6-8 St. Augustine, FL View local requests 150 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Daisies on Black Criss-Cross Applesauce Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playroom, 5' x 7'6", Seats 20 • Amazon Business $159.99 1 $159.99
VASAGLE Set of 2 Bookshelves, 23.6 Inches Wide, 3-Tier Open Bookcases with Adjustable Storage Shelves, Floor Standing Units, Cloud White ULBC163T14-2 • Amazon Business $86.99 1 $86.99
FOREVER LEAF Artificial Tree - 6 Feet Tall, Green, Plastic, Indoor Decor, Ficus Style • Amazon Business $63.20 1 $63.20
Elestoria Adjustable Laptop Stand - Fits 5 Devices, Modern Design, Tool Free Adjustment, Protective & Stable | Grey • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
addlon Floor Lamp for Living Room with Remote, Dimmable Standing lamp with Linen lampshade for Bedroom, Office, Lamps with 9W LED Bulb Included - Black with Beige Lampshade • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Tatuo Boho Macrame Tassel Garland for Classroom Decor Hanging Tassel Garland Bunting Boho Classroom Decor for Nursery Room Birthday Party Bedroom Dorm(4 Pieces,47.2 Inch) • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
SATINIOR 24 Pcs Privacy Folders for Students, 12 Colors Desk Dividers Classroom Privacy Boards, Testing Dividers for Classroom Bulk, Study Panel for School Teacher Student(Vibrant Style) • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Mecodeco 100% Blackout Classroom Door Curtain (10W x 30L Inch Black 1 Panel) • Amazon Business $15.79 2 $31.58
JFLLamp Be Kind Neon Signs for Wall Decor Neon Lights for Bedroom Led Signs Suitable for Living Room Man Cave Beer Bar Game room Hotel Birthday Party Restaurant Wedding Christmas17.5 * 7 Inch(Pink) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Reusable Write & Wipe Pocket - Set of 30 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Swiffer 360 Heavy Duty 3 ft. Telescoping Duster Kit Yellow 12 Dusters/Box (77300) • Staples $29.79 1 $29.79
JFLLamp TEACH LOVE INSPIRE Neon Signs for Wall Decor Neon Lights for Bedroom Led Signs Suitable for Man Cave Living Room Beer Bar Game Office Hotel Birthday Party 5v USB Power 16.5 * 7.8Inches(Pink) • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
AIZESI Spring Tension Curtain Rod Short Tension Rod（Silver,28"-48"-4Pcs) • Amazon Business $26.98 1 $26.98
ACSTEP 100Pack Brown Envelopes Self Seal 10x13 Large Brown Kraft Catalog Envelopes, 10x13 Vanilla Envelopes for Mailing • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Mkono Tissue Box Cover Boho Decor Square Tissues Holder with Bead Buckle, Woven Macrame Napkin Facial Paper Organizer Home Desk Vanity Countertop Decor for Bathroom Bedroom Living Room Office, Ivory • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
NICETOWN Bedroom Curtain Room Darkening Drapery - Home Fashion Microfiber Thermal Insulated Solid Grommet Room Darkening Curtain for Kitchen (Lavender Pink, 1 Panel, 52 inches Wide by 72 inches Long) • Amazon Business $17.78 1 $17.78

Materials cost

$721.21

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.50

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$763.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$134.74

Total project goal

$898.27

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