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Ms. Bleakney from Dorchester, MA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Numerical Nest: A Math Manipulatives Haven

Help me give my students a positive space where they can easily access and explore hands-on learning experiences.

$785 goal

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Dear Donors,

I am excited to share my passion for teaching and the incredible journey I'm on with my amazing 3rd-grade students.

Their curiosity, resilience, and eagerness to learn inspire me daily. To enhance their academic growth, I'm seeking your support for a cubby storage unit and activity sorter to organize our math manipulatives.

The cubby storage unit and activity sorter are vital to creating an organized learning space that fosters engagement and efficiency. These resources will make math manipulatives clear, easy to find, and readily available for each student. The cubby unit promotes responsibility and organization, while the activity sorter streamlines transitions between different math centers.

My primary goal is to cultivate a love for math and encourage exploration. By providing easy access to manipulatives, I aim to enhance hands-on learning experiences, reinforcing mathematical concepts in a tangible and memorable way. This project is about empowering my students to take ownership of their learning journey and fostering a positive attitude towards mathematics.

What makes my students special is their diverse backgrounds, unique strengths, and collaborative spirit. The cubby storage unit and activity sorter will contribute significantly to creating an inclusive and supportive environment that caters to their individual needs.

I am reaching out to you, our potential donors, to turn this vision into reality. Your support will not only provide organizational tools but will also contribute to creating a positive and effective learning environment for my 3rd-grade stars. With your help, we can make a lasting impact on their educational journey.

Thank you for considering our project. Your generosity will empower these young minds to reach for the stars and achieve greatness in the world of mathematics.

Sincerely,

Elna Bleakney

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Dorchester, MA
Grades 3-5
Mathematics
Traditional School
Reading Nooks, Desks & Storage
More than half of students from low‑income households

Ms. Bleakney Thomas J Kenny Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Lakeshore Classic Birch 12-Cubby Storage Unit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $429.00 1 $429.00

Lakeshore Classic Birch Tabletop Communication Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $169.00 1 $169.00

Materials cost			$598.00
Vendor shipping charges			$29.90
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$8.97
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$666.87
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$117.68
Total project goal			$784.55
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$784.55
3 Donors			-$390.80
Donations toward project cost			-$377.18
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$13.62
match offer			-$340.81
Match offer toward project cost			-$289.69
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$51.12
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$52.94
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Numerical Nest: A Math Manipulatives Haven

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

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