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Mrs. Tschaepe from Newark, DE is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Half-Moon, Full Potential: a Table for My Students

Help me give my students a place to learn and grow with a table and chairs set.

  • $441 goal

This project expired on December 25, 2025.

This project expired on December 25, 2025.

My Project

My students are eager learners who benefit greatly from a supportive, structured environment. Because they have significant needs, including mobility, fine motor, and communication challenges, learning often happens best in small groups with direct support. Having a Half-Moon Activity Table will allow me to work closely with several students at once, giving them the attention and space they need to succeed. This table’s shape makes it possible for me to sit with students face-to-face, helping with individualized instruction, modeling tasks, and encouraging communication.

Right now, our classroom furniture doesn’t provide the setup we need for the kinds of learning opportunities my students need.

This table will create a dedicated space for small group instruction, hands-on activities, and skill-building practice. With your support, my students will have a place designed to bring them together, foster connection, and give them the tools they need to grow academically and socially. Thank you for helping create a space where every child can shine.

Mrs. Tschaepe Joseph M McVey Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Newark, DE View local requests

More than half of 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

10 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flash Furniture Emmy 65" Half-Moon Activity Table Set, Height Adjustable, Blue (YCX43MOONTBLBLE) • Quill.com $338.99 1 $338.99

Materials cost

$338.99

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.08

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$374.07

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$66.01

Total project goal

$440.08

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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