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Ms. Rodriguez from Westwego LA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kaboom! First Year Teaching!

Help me give my students a beautiful first-grade classroom. It is my first year teaching and any donations would help!

  • 6 donors
  • $329 still needed

expires Jul 29

  • 6 donors
  • $329 still needed
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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.

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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 and functional first-grade classroom is crucial for fostering a conducive learning environment. To achieve this, donations play a vital role in providing essential resources and materials. With your support, we can transform the classroom into a vibrant space where students feel eager to explore and learn. Donations could contribute to books, educational games, art supplies, comfortable seating, and organizational tools, enhancing both the aesthetic appeal and the educational value of the classroom. Your generosity will not only benefit the current students but also lay the foundation for a positive and enriching educational experience for years to come. Any contribution, big or small, is greatly appreciated and will make a significant difference in shaping the learning journey of these young minds. Gathering all the supplies I need for my first year of teaching alone is really tough. The rug and storage you're requesting will create a more organized and comfortable learning environment for my students, allowing them to focus better and access materials easily. My goal of providing what your students need shows your commitment to their success, especially as it's my first year teaching. Every student is special, and your dedication to meeting their needs highlights the unique bond you're forming with them as their teacher. Thank you for considering supporting our classroom!

Ms. Rodriguez
Never Before Funded Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Well Woven Kids Crescent Rainbow Rug, 6' x 9', Multi Color • Amazon Business $140.00 1 $140.00
Leinuosen 8 Pack Classroom Paper Trays Hold A4 Paper Toy Handicrafts Colorful Turn in Trays Classroom Storage Baskets Also for Library, Office, Kitchen, Bathroom, Bedroom(Bright Color) • Amazon Business $43.99 3 $131.97
Topotdor Sun Rainbow Round Rug,Colorful Boho Kids Rug Ultra Soft Washable Nursery Rug for Bedroom Perschool Classroom,63" Round • Amazon Business $43.85 1 $43.85
MINTWOOD Design Extra Large 22 x 14 Inch Rainbow Blanket Basket for Colorful Room Decor, Playroom & Classroom Storage Basket, Decorative Cotton Rope Basket, Toy Storage Baskets & Bins, Pastel Rainbow • Amazon Business $33.95 1 $33.95
Boho Bulletin Board Border Rainbow Bulletin Board Border Trim Self Adhesive Rainbow Classroom Decorations Waterproof School Chalkboard Decors (98.4 Feet) • Amazon Business $13.79 1 $13.79
196.8 Ft Colorful Classroom Borders Boho Bulletin Board Trims Scalloped Bulletin Board Stickers Bulletin Board Decorations for Classroom Office Wall Chalkboard Decor (Vintage) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
ECam Rainbow Decal, Boho Wall, Stickers, Semi-Circular Sun Sticker, Wallpaper for Kids Bedroom Girls Room Playroom Nursery Classroom Decorations (Finished Size 46.1 x 23.2 Inch) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$380.54

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $33.30

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$449.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$79.33

Total project goal

$528.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $528.88

5 Donors

-$175.00

Donations toward project cost

-$148.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.25

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

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 $328.88

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