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Ms. Aguilar from Dallas TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Grooving Into the School Year

Help me give my students materials for a colorful and groovy new school year

  • 2 donors
  • $390 still needed

expires Aug 22

  • 2 donors
  • $390 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.

Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Creating an inviting learning environment is crucial for fostering student engagement and maximizing learning outcomes. Integrating bulletin borders, lava lamps, rugs, and mirrors into the classroom decor can significantly contribute to this goal.

Together, these elements combine to create a learning environment that is visually stimulating, comfortable, and inclusive.

By feeling welcomed and supported in their surroundings, students are more likely to feel motivated, engaged, and empowered to learn and succeed.

Bulletin borders add visual interest to classroom displays, framing educational materials and student work in an appealing way. They help create a sense of organization and continuity, making the learning environment feel cohesive and welcoming. The lava lamps introduce a calming and mesmerizing element to the space, helping to reduce stress and anxiety among students. Their gentle motion and soothing colors create a relaxed atmosphere conducive to focused learning and creativity. Mirrors reflect light and space, making the classroom feel brighter and more spacious. Additionally with the affirmations, it will promote self-awareness and confidence by allowing students to see themselves and their peers, fostering a sense of belonging and community.

Ms. Aguilar
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Honyee Full Length Mirror, 63" x 24" Floor Mirror, Flannel Wrapped Wooden Frame Wall Mirror, Irregular Wavy Mirror for Cloakroom/Bedroom/Living Room, White • Amazon Business $58.99 1 $58.99
MSTOFFY You Look Good Bath Mat Pink Cute Bathroom Rugs for Girls Microfiber Funny Shower Preppy Bathroom Decor Non-Slip Washable Mat (Green) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Tatuo 12 Pcs Art Prints 70s Vintage Art Poster Unframed Retro Poster Cute Positive Quote Good Days Ahead Art Print for Kitchen Bedroom Dorm Room Apartment, 11.81 x 15.75 Inches • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Glow Bright 16" Volcano Rocket Glow Lamp with Black Base, Rainbow Glass and White Wax, Novelty Lamp and Home Décor for Adults, Teens and Kids • Amazon Business $19.66 1 $19.66
196.8 Ft Boho Bulletin Board Borders Groovy Retro Classroom Borders 70s Daisy Flower Bulletin Border Trim Stickers for School Classroom Office Wall Chalkboard Decoration, 6 Rolls • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Glow Bright 16" Volcano Rocket Glow Lamp with Silver Base, Purple Liquid and Pink Wax, Novelty Lamp and Home Décor for Adults, Teens and Kids • Amazon Business $18.95 1 $18.95
Groovy Party Decoration Garland 5Pcs, Groovy Hippie Banner Daisy Boho Tassel Garland Decor, Pre Strung Pom Pom Spring Party Supplies Hippie Party Decorations for Wall Window Home Room • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Whaline 60Pcs Groovy Retro Boho Bulletin Board Kit Pink Orange Groovy Bulletin Board Set Rainbow Flower School Bus Guitar Decoration Borders Cutouts with Glue Points for Classroom Office Home Decor • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
A1diee 24Pcs Groovy Retro Hippie Boho Mini Notepad Daisy Rainbow Butterfly Peace Sign Retro Theme Spiral Pocket Memo Notebook Party Favors For Black to School Birthday Party Classroom Reward Supplies • Amazon Business $13.79 1 $13.79
Whaline 82Ft Boho Bulletin Board Borders Retro Groovy 70s Decoration Borders Vintage Smile Daisy Plaid Trim Border Boho Bulletin Board Stickers for School Classroom Office Party Decoration • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
72 Pcs Groovy Name Plates for Classroom Desks Decor Student Desk Name Tags with Alphabet Number Self Adhesive Groovy Name Plates for Kindergarten Classroom Offices Home School Supplies • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
260pcs Groovy Bulletin Board Letters for Classroom 4” Letters Combo Pack Set Retro Hippie Classroom Decorations Boho Daisy Alphabet Numbers Symbols Letters for Bulletin Board Classroom Wall Decor • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
85Ft Boho Bulletin Board Borders Retro Groovy 70s Classroom Decoration Bulletin Board Decor Paper for Classroom School Office Bulletin Board Decorations, 6 Styles • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Justforjoyful 56Pcs Groovy Alphabet and Number Bulletin Board Set Boho Retro Preschool ABC Cards Colorful Hippie ABC Letters 0-10 Number Bulletin Board Set for Kids Kindergarten Classroom Wall Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Groovy Calendar Bulletin Board Set Decorations Retro Hippie Calendar Seasons Weather Chart CTP Bulletin Board Paper-Cuts Boho Hippie Wall Decals for Nursery Elementary Middle School Classroom Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Groovy Affirmation Station Bulletin Board Set Boho Bulletin Board for Classroom Decor Hippie Motivational Posters Positive Affirmations Accents Cutouts for Teachers School Chart Wall Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
60pcs Groovy Classroom Decorations Boho Bulletin Board Border Decor Retro Party Cutouts 60s Hippie Peace Flower Paper-Cut with Glue for Groovy Birthday Party Baby Shower Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Vintage Boho Classroom Bulletin Board Decoration Kit Retro Groovy Hippie Bulletin Board Set Daisy Heart Butterfly Cutouts with Glue Points for Classroom School Office Home Wall Decoration • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$300.24

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$334.74

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.07

Total project goal

$393.81

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $393.81

1 Donor

-$2.00

Donations toward project cost

-$2.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$2.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$1.70

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.30

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.35

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $389.46

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