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Ms. Turner from Charlotte, NC is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Turner's classroom raised $902

Learning by Doing in Our Adapted Curriculum Classroom

Help me give my students headphones, book bins, chargers, floor cushions, an area rug, floor cushions, reading phones, label printer and more.

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Ms. Turner University Meadows Elementary School
Charlotte, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

My students are exceptional learners who thrive when they can actively engage with their education through hands-on experiences. Many of them require specialized supports, sensory tools, and adapted learning materials to build foundational literacy, math, communication, and social skills. By providing meaningful learning opportunities that match their unique needs, I can help each student gain confidence and experience success in the classroom.

The resources in this project will create an engaging environment where students can learn by seeing, touching, hearing, and doing.

Reading phones, letter manipulatives, and word-building activities will strengthen phonics, reading fluency, and communication skills. Counting bears, sorting activities, shape manipulatives, and math games will help students develop number sense, problem-solving abilities, and fine motor skills through hands-on exploration.

In addition to academic materials, this project includes flexible seating, floor cushions, rugs, headphones, and sensory supports that will help students remain focused, comfortable, and ready to learn. Organizational materials will ensure that classroom resources are easily accessible and promote independence among students.

Your support will help transform our classroom into a welcoming, inclusive learning space where every child can participate, explore, and grow. Through hands-on learning experiences, my students will build the skills and confidence they need to become successful, lifelong learners. Thank you for helping make learning meaningful and accessible for every student.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

20 students impacted 2 donors
Ms. Turner University Meadows Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Charlotte, NC View local requests

Nearly all 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

20 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Plastic Book Baskets - Set of 3 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 2 $119.98
AILIHEN Kids Headphones Bulk 10-Pack for K-12 School Classroom, On-Ear Wired Headset with Microphone for Students Children with 93dB Volume Limited, 3.5mm Jack for Chromebooks Tablets Laptop Computer • Amazon Business $74.99 1 $74.99
[3 Pack] iPad Charger, iPhone Charger [MFi Certified] Long Lightning Cable 10 Foot Lightning Charging Cord with 12W Wall Foldable Block Portable Travel Plug Charging for iPad/iPadMini/iPadAir, iPhone • Amazon Business $23.99 3 $71.97
Fumete 12 Pcs 16 Inch Round Floor Cushions for Kids and Toddlers, Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture Floor Pillow for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Yoga and Meditation (Fresh) • Amazon Business $51.99 1 $51.99
STARUIA Kids Rugs for Playroom & Nursery - 5'x7' Boho Washable Rainbow Area Rug, Non-Slip Soft Carpet for Classroom, Office & Dining Room • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Lakeshore Letter Crayons Word Building Center - Phonics Games for Beginning Readers, Reading Manipulatives • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
50 PACK Large Hook Hanging Storage Bags 10 x 12.5-inch, Headphone Storage Classroom, Fabric Storage Bags - Reusable, Waterproof & Dustproof - Ideal for Classroom, Library, and Pharmacy Use • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
JoyCat Ice Cream Preschool Learning Activities Counting and Color Sorting Set Stacking Toys for Kids 1-5, Educational Fine Motor Skills Toys, 30PCS Math Manipulatives • Amazon Business $23.98 1 $23.98
Peacurh Montessori Toys Wooden Color & Shape Sorter Toys for Toddlers, Matching Box Sorting Blocks Manipulatives Preschool Learning Educational Toy for 3 4 Year Old Boy Girl Kid Gifts • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
School Smart Bent Scissors, Stainless Steel Pointed Tip and Soft Grip, 8 Inches, 9.85x3.95x0.85 - Middle-High School - Adult • School Specialty $9.44 2 $18.88
Key Education Print Alphabet Letters Manipulative • Quill.com $17.18 1 $17.18
NEOROD Counting Bears - 90 Pcs Color Sorting Toys for Toddlers 1-3 & Preschool Learning Toys with Stacking Cups,Math Manipulatives with 2 Tweezers, 2 Dices, 12 Activity Cards & Storage Container • Amazon Business $17.09 1 $17.09
Learning Resources Peekaboo Fishbowl Friends - Counting and Fine Motor Skills, Water and Bathtub Toys, Toddler Games, Preschool Activities, Math Manipulatives, Gifts for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
240 Pcs 236ft Holiday Bulletin Board Borders Colorful Rainbow Scalloped Border Trim Bulk Bulletin Decor for Classroom Back to School Decor(Assorted) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
196.8 Ft Colorful Classroom Borders Boho Bulletin Board Trims Scalloped Board Stickers Bulletin Border Decorations for Classroom Office Wall Chalkboard Decor (Classic) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Noahas Fluffy Bedroom Rug Carpet,4x5.3 Feet,Shaggy, Fuzzy ,Soft for Kids Room,Plush Nursery Rug for Baby,Thick Black Area Rugs for Living Room,Cute Room Decor for Girls Boys • Amazon Business $16.19 1 $16.19
Phomemo Label Maker,D30 Bluetooth Mini Printer Easy to Use for School, Home | Bluetooth D30 Label Printer with abundant APP Templates, Fonts Icons, perfect for Kids, Teachers, Home & Office Organization • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
LightYourMemory 6 Rolls 198 Ft Bulletin Board Borders for Classroom, Paper Roll Scalloped Classroom Borders, Colorful Decoration Border Decor,Home Decor,Party • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
4E's Novelty 16 Reading Phones [16 Pack] Auditory Feedback Whisper Phone Classroom Manipulative, Speech Therapy Toy Tool - Accelerates Reading Fluency & Pronunciation, Phonic Materials • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
15 PCS Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture Rubber Bands for Kids, Fidget Bands for School Classroom Chairs and Desk, Ideal for ADHD, Autism, Hyperactivity • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping Packing Tape, Clear, Packing Tape for Moving Boxes and Packaging Supplies, 1.88 in. x 22.2 yd., 6 Roll Dispensers, Moving Supplies • Amazon Business $10.95 1 $10.95

Materials cost

$672.05

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.89

Sales tax

 $52.42

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.08

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$766.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$135.25

Total project goal

$901.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $901.69

2 Donors

-$901.69

Donations toward project cost

-$766.44

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$135.25

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