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Mrs. Whitney from Waltham, MA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Inclusive Diverse Classroom Decor

Help me give my students a safe, welcoming space that reflects their unique identities.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Whitney's classroom raised $171

This project is fully funded

My Project

I want students to feel welcome and represented in the English as a Second Language class. The flags, multicultural big people shapes, and other decor in learning spaces influence how students perceive their sense of belonging. For ML students, seeing visuals that reflect their field and diverse identities reinforces that they are valued in the academic environment. Help me inspire confidence and foster inclusion through meaningful decor in class. When students see their identities—cultural, personal, or intellectual—reflected and valued, they feel more connected to the subject and are more likely to stay engaged and motivated. Details in the students' environment matter to their social, emotional, and mental health, which then promotes their learning and contribution to society. In addition, students use poster board paper to create murals for community building and notebooks to promote writing in different languages.

Mrs. Whitney James Fitzgerald 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.

Waltham, MA 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

19 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Buytra 200 Country Flags, Flags of The World, International Flags Bunting Banner Decorations for Party, Olympics, Grand Opening, Bar, Sports Clubs, School Events, Cultural Studies and More • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
200 Country Flags Of The World International String Flag Party Decorations Small Bunting Pennant Banners Miniature Flags 190 Feet,Flag Size 8.2" x 5.5" • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Colorations Multicultural Big People Shapes Set of 24, Multicultural Glossy Card, Skin Color Paper, Kids Around The World, Cardboard People, People Shapes, Multicultural, Diversity • Amazon Business $17.79 1 $17.79
Juvale Set of 24 International Country Flags of the World with Stands for Desk Decorations (8x6 in World Flags Small) • Amazon Business $14.62 1 $14.62
Two Countries One Me - Where Am I From?: A Children's Multicultural Book • Amazon Business $10.00 1 $10.00
Containlol 100 Pcs Multicultural Faces People Cutouts for Crafts Blank Multicultural Skin Color Paper Cut Outs Cardstock for Bulletin Board Classroom Teachers Craft Art Project Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
World Flags,International Flags,100 Countries Pennant Banner String National Flags For Classroom Garden Festival Grand Opening Bar Sports Clubs Party Events Decorations • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Pacon Multicultural Construction Paper (PAC9509) • Amazon Business $6.26 1 $6.26

Materials cost

$113.62

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$145.32

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.64

Total project goal

$170.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$170.96

5 Donors

-$170.96

Donations toward project cost

-$145.32

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.64

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$0.00

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