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Ms. Petridis from Astoria, NY is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Half Moon Table: The Heart of Small Group Learning

Help me give my students a small group instruction with a half moon table!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Petridis's classroom raised $495

This project is fully funded

My Project

As a second grade teacher, I strive to create an environment where every student feels seen, supported, and successful. One of the most effective ways to reach students is through small group instruction, where I can tailor lessons to their individual needs. To make these sessions more effective I am requesting a half-moon/U shaped table that allows me to sit in the center and have direct, face-to-face interaction with each student. Having the right seating arrangement helps them to focus on the skill we are working on. This unique shape allows me to work closely with 4-6 students at a time, giving each child the personalized attention they need. It is perfect for reading groups, guided math, and one-on-one support. I believe it will help my students to focus better, feel supported, and grow as learners.

In addition, a document camera would enable me to project physical objects, and everyday resources directly onto the smart board screen.

This will be ideal for visual learning.

Ms. Petridis PS 122 Mamie Fay 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.

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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

27 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kaplan Early Learning Nature Color Chunky 36" x 72" Half Moon Table with 15-24" Adjustable Legs - Blue • Kaplan Early Learning Company $325.76 1 $325.76
INSWAN INS-3 Handheld Webcam/USB Document Camera for Classroom, Built-in Mic, Light, Auto Focus, Windows, Mac OS, Chromebook for Close-up Demo, Distance Learning, Teaching, Web Conferencing, IWBs • Amazon Business $59.00 1 $59.00

Materials cost

$384.76

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.77

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$420.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.21

Total project goal

$494.74

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$494.74

1 Donor

-$494.74

Donations toward project cost

-$420.53

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.21

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$0.00

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