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Mrs. Demsky from New Haven, CT is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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From Chaos to Clarity: Empowering Students with an Organized Workspace

Help me give my students a clutter-free learning environment with essential storage solutuions.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Demsky's classroom raised $447

This project is fully funded

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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

In our vibrant classroom, we believe that a well-organized environment is key to fostering creativity, collaboration, and effective learning. However, like many classrooms, we struggle with clutter and disorganization, which can hinder our students' ability to focus and thrive.

This project aims to transform our classroom into a tidy, functional space that supports our diverse learning needs.

With your generous support, we will acquire essential organizational tools such as storage bins, shelving units, and classroom supplies to create designated areas for books, art materials, and learning resources.

By providing our students with a clean and organized environment, we will empower them to take responsibility for their space, encourage teamwork in maintaining order, and enhance their overall learning experience. An organized classroom will not only improve efficiency but also inspire creativity and innovation.

Your contribution will make a meaningful difference in our daily learning activities, helping us cultivate a space where students can focus on their education without the distractions of clutter. Together, we can create a positive and inspiring learning environment that sets our students up for success!

Thank you for considering supporting our classroom organization project!

Mrs. Demsky Barack Obama Magnet University School Grades PreK-2

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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Citylife 6 Packs 6 QT Plastic Storage Bins with Latching Lids Stackable Storage Containers for Organizing Clear Storage Box for Garage, Closet, Kitchen • Amazon Business $31.97 3 $95.91
PAG Mail Sorter Adjustable Mail Organizer, Countertop Literature Organizer, Student Mailbox for Classroom, Desktop Bill Paper Organizer for Office Home School, 12 Compartments, Black • Amazon Business $62.99 1 $62.99
Brother P-Touch, PTH110BP, Portable Label Maker Bonus Bundle (4 Label Tapes Included) Handheld for Home, Home Office, and on-The-go use • Amazon Business $48.42 1 $48.42
Fulmoon 100 Pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch Bag Bulk Waterproof PVC Storage Pouch Multipurpose Travel Pouch for Organization Letter Zipper Mesh Bag for Classroom Office Supplies (Mixed Colors,13.5 x 9.49 Inch) • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
BEVA Power Strip Tower with USB Ports, Surge Protector with USB Ports, 12 AC and 4 USB Ports, 10 FT Extension Cord with Power Surge Tower, Office Supplies Office Organization Dorm Room Essentials • Amazon Business $23.88 1 $23.88
Avery Address Labels for Laser & Inkjet Printers, 300 Labels Per Pack, 3 Packs, 900 Total (18160) • Amazon Business $20.58 1 $20.58
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack, Household Essentials, 75 Count, Pack of 3 (Package May Vary) • Amazon Business $9.09 2 $18.18
INFUN Dry Erase Pockets - 20 Pack,Oversized Reusable Dry Erase Sleeves, Multicolored Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves for Classroom Organization & Teaching Supplies • Amazon Business $15.29 1 $15.29
Sparkle Pick-A-Size Paper Towels, 6 Double Rolls = 12 Regular Rolls, Everyday Value Paper Towel With Full And Half Sheets • Amazon Business $7.28 2 $14.56
Dry Erase Blocks Set with Marker Colorful 2 Inch Dry Erase Dice White Board Dice Cubes Wipe Off Write Letters Numbers for Learning Playing Game (4 Pcs) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Push Pins for Cork Board - Cuttte 30pcs Decorative Push Pins with Case, Cute Thumb Tacks and Push Pins for Bulletin Board, 6 Colors Flower Pushpins • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$344.78

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$379.95

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.05

Total project goal

$447.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$447.00

3 Donors

-$332.56

Donations toward project cost

-$282.68

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$49.88

match offer

-$114.44

Match offer toward project cost

-$97.27

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.17

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$0.00

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