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Ms. Coleen Pamaran from Chicago, IL is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Organizing for Success in a Special Education Classroom

Help me give my students baskets and bins to create a more organized classroom that supports focus, independence, and smooth routines, helping them thrive in a calm and structured learning environment.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Coleen Pamaran's classroom raised $518

This project is fully funded

My Project

Every student deserves a classroom environment that helps them feel calm, capable, and confident. My students are curious and capable learners who benefit greatly from routines, visual supports, and clear organization. In our special education classroom, structure isn’t just helpful—it’s essential for learning.

To help them stay focused and independent, our classroom needs better organization systems.

I’m requesting baskets, bins, and other organizational materials to store learning tools, sensory items, and student work folders. Having designated spaces for materials helps reduce distractions, encourages independence, and supports executive functioning skills.

The goal of this project is to create a classroom environment where students can easily access what they need—without feeling overwhelmed. A well-organized space builds confidence, smooth transitions, and sets them up for success each day.

With your support, we can create a calming, efficient classroom where everything has its place and students can focus on what matters most: learning and growing.

Ms. Coleen Pamaran Nash Elementary School Grades 6-8

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

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.

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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

13 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Dishwasher-Safe Baskets - Set of 9 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
HapiLeap Plastic Storage Bins with Lid, Stackable Storage Containers for Organizing, Storage Baskets for Shelves Kitchen Bathroom Playroom Classroom Office (4 Large + 4 Small) • Amazon Business $69.98 1 $69.98
Staples Heavy Duty 1 1/2 3-Ring View Binders Black 12/Carton (24674CT) • Staples $54.45 1 $54.45
12 Pieces Plastic Cubby Bins Office Kids Storage Container Kids Toy Storage Organizer Bins with 1 Pack Self Adhesive Label for Classroom (Candy Colors) • Amazon Business $52.99 1 $52.99
EOENVIVS Storage Bins With Lids Organization and Storage Containers with Bamboo Lids Storage Baskets Organizer for Shelves Drawers Desktop Bedroom Closet Playroom Classroom Office, Pack of 4 • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Pencil Dispenser Holder Green Stainless Steel Dispenser for Pencils with 6 Beautiful stickers for Decoration Metal Pencil Dispenser for Classroom Home Office Teachers Students (Pencils Not Included) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Yopay 6 Pack Plastic Storage Bin with Handle, White Bathroom Kitchen Organizer Bin for School, Office, Classroom, Hand Soaps, Shampoos, Lotion, Conditioners, Hand Towels, Cosmetic, Snacks, Seasoning • Amazon Business $20.87 1 $20.87

Materials cost

$397.27

Vendor shipping charges

 $6.45

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$439.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$77.59

Total project goal

$517.27

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $517.27

1 Donor

-$517.27

Donations toward project cost

-$439.68

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$77.59

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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