Help me give my students a calm, welcoming classroom that fosters excitement for learning with bean bag chairs, weighted stuffed animals, baskets, letter trays, bulletin board paper, and other basic tools.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Irving's classroom raised $848
This project is fully funded
My Project
When reflecting on my time as an elementary school student, I vividly recall the contrast between entering an incomplete and unorganized classroom and stepping into a beautiful, well-organized, and complete one. The difference was astounding. The former evoked worry and discomfort, while the latter embraced me with a sense of warmth and welcome. As an educator, I am determined to create an environment where my students feel safe, supported, and motivated to excel, even in the face of challenging subjects like math.
With your invaluable assistance, my classroom will become a sanctuary of calmness and efficiency, fostering a truly fruitful learning experience for my students.
In today's world, anxiety and expectations loom over even the youngest of minds, making it essential for our classroom to be a refuge from external worries. Together, we will instill in our students the belief that school is not an adversary, but rather one of their greatest allies, dedicated to unlocking their potential and nurturing their growth.
The vision for my classroom is to cultivate an atmosphere where my students can shed their external concerns and wholeheartedly embrace their journey as learners. Through a meticulous organization, we will create a well-oiled machine of knowledge dissemination and interactive learning. A calm and orderly space will allow their minds to focus on exploration, understanding, and innovation.
As we embark on this journey together, I am brimming with excitement for the first day of school when my students will transform into enthusiastic scholars. Our collective efforts will shape a classroom that not only imparts knowledge but also nurtures a sense of community, empathy, and mutual respect. In this welcoming environment, students will thrive academically and emotionally, prepared to face the challenges of the future with resilience and determination.
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
Big Joe Milano Bean Bag Chair, Taupe Plushie Fur, Soft Faux Fur, 2.5 feet
• Amazon Business
$68.98
1
$68.98
Big Joe Milano Plush Desert Rose Beanbag Chair
• Amazon Business
$59.99
1
$59.99
Huggle Healers Weighted Stuffed Animals for Adults, Teens and Kids - 40 Inch Long Plush Arms Pink Stuffed Animal for Hugs - 4.5lb Axolotl Plushies - Ula Axolotl
• Amazon Business
$49.64
1
$49.64
Spectrum Utility Wire Baskets for Organizing - Sturdy Steel Metal Basket Storage Organizer Bin with Handle - Open Wire Storage Baskets for Kitchen Pantry, Cabinets, Closet & Garage Shelves
• Amazon Business
$24.23
2
$48.46
MaxGear Hanging File Organizer Box, Acrylic Filing Folder Organizer for Letter Size, Portable Desktop Box with Handles, Clear File Crate Storage Boxes for Office Home
• Amazon Business
$20.99
2
$41.98
2 Pack Letter Tray 5-Tier Desk Organizer File Paper Holder with Handle, Metal Desktop Document Shelf Tray Office Classroom Organization - Silver
• Amazon Business
$36.50
1
$36.50
Elcoho 12 Rolls 393.6 Feet Scalloped Bulletin Board Borders Boho Colors Classroom Borders for Bulletin Board Trim Bulletin Board Decorations Bulletin Borders for School, Classroom Decorations
• Amazon Business
$31.99
1
$31.99
FRQNTKPA 8 Color Voice Recording Button, Dog Buttons for Communication Pet Training Buzzer, 30 Second Record & Playback, Funny Gift for Study Office Home - 8 Color Packs
• Amazon Business
$25.89
1
$25.89
Desk Organizer, 3 Tier Stackable Desk Organizer with Drawers, Plastic Storage Drawers, Makeup Desktop Drawer Organizer, Desk Organizers and Storage, Desk Organization - 6 Drawers (White)
• Amazon Business
$24.99
1
$24.99
IRIS USA 17 Qt Clear Storage Box, BPA-Free Plastic Stackable Bin with Lid, 4 Pack, Containers to Organize Shoes and Closet Shelves, Classroom Organization Teacher Tools, Game Storage
• Amazon Business
$24.99
1
$24.99
Mead Composition Notebooks, 12 Pack, Wide Ruled Paper, 9-3/4" x 7-1/2", 100 Sheets per Comp Book, Color Will Vary (73389)
• Amazon Business
Hadley Designs 11" x 14" Boho Math Bulletin Board Classroom Decor Posters, 6/Set (HDDX004BEB10P)
• Quill.com
$17.99
1
$17.99
Pendaflex Two Tone Color File Folders, Letter Size, Assorted Colors (Teal, Violet, Gray, Navy and Burgundy), 1/3-Cut Tabs, 5 Color, 100/Box, (02315)
• Amazon Business
$17.45
1
$17.45
JARLINK Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy-Duty Helical Blade to Fast Sharpen, Auto Stop for No.2/Colored Pencils(6-8mm), USB/Battery Operated in School Classroom/Office/Home (Green)
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
Jucoan 12 Pack Classroom Storage Baskets, 8.5 x 5.5 x 3 Inch Stackable Small Plastic Storage Organizer Tray, Pen Pencil Crayon Organizer Bin for Desktop, Drawers, Shelves, Office
• Amazon Business
$16.98
1
$16.98
Trend Enterprises Inc. - Stinky Stickers Sweet Shapes 456/pk Acid-free Super Saver Pk
• Teachers' School Supply
UMECORE Tap Light Push Lights, 7 Pack Small Under Cabinet Touch Puck Lights Battery Operated Powered Stick On Light for Closet Counter Kitchen RV Indoor Outdoor
• Amazon Business
$12.49
1
$12.49
Breathing lamp Guided Visual Meditation Tool for Mindfulness, Slow Your Breathing & Calm Your Mind for Stress & Anxiety Relief, 3 Color and 478 Seconds Breathing Mode Silicone Cute Smiley face lamp
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Eamay Boho Calendar Pocket Chart Cards and Classroom Calendar Cards Kit for Home School -90 Cards
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
hitsuki Adhesive Poster Sticky Tack Putty Wall Mounting Putty Tacky Ticky Tack for Hanging Things Pictures Reusable Removable,192 Pcs,Light Blue+White
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
Decorably 20 Boho Rainbow Math Posters for Elementary Classroom, 11x17in Matte-Laminated Educational Decor
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
Pajean 37 Pieces Rainbow Bulletin Board Set Classroom Motivational Bulletin Board Positive Wall Decoration Signs Inspirational Growth Mindset Posters for Elementary Middle School Classroom Rules
• Amazon Business
$8.99
1
$8.99
Reward Punch Cards Pack of 120 Reward Incentive Cards Behavior Chart for Classroom School Teachers Student Children Business Loyalty Gift Positive Reinforcement Tool(3.5" x 2")
• Amazon Business
$7.59
1
$7.59
24 Pack 60 inches Double Scale Soft Tape Measure Flexible Measuring Tape Ruler Weight Loss Medical Body Measurement Sewing Tailor Dressmaker Cloth Ruler with Accurate Measurements(150cm/60inch)
• Amazon Business
$6.98
1
$6.98
Telescopic Pointer Stick with Hand Lanyard, Teacher Pointer for Classroom, Presentation Pointers for teachers, Hand Pointer Extendable Pointer Stick Retractable Pointer Pen Whiteboard Pointer (Orange)
• Amazon Business
$4.99
1
$4.99
Materials cost
$668.53
Vendor shipping charges
$11.71
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$10.03
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$720.27
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$127.11
Total project goal
$847.38
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$847.38
14 Donors
-$829.73
Donations toward project cost
-$720.27
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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