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Mrs. Payne from Patoka, IL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Readers Gonna Read! ELA Classroom Coming in Hot!

Help me give my students an updated classroom as we navigate a new year! My room is becoming an ELA classroom, and we are also adding fine arts to our day.

  • $749 goal

This project expired on September 26, 2025.

This project expired on September 26, 2025.

My Project

My classroom is becoming an English Language Arts room. I have big ideas on a smaller budget. I would love some help getting a few key items in the door that I believe will help my kiddos be successful! The rug, for example, is a much-needed item. My students will be able to use the rug to read independently, collaborate on projects, and have book club discussions. We are on concrete floors and could use a comforting place for discussion! We also need a TPT gift card to access new curriculum to improve learning.

We are also adding fine arts and more STEAM projects.

With the help of donors, I can expand the hearts and minds of my students, ultimately helping them fall in love with learning! Thank you so much for your consideration to donate to our classroom!

Mrs. Payne Patoka Community School Grades 3-5

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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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More than a third 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

Never Before Funded 19 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Rainbow Smileys in Black Criss-Cross Applesauce Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom for Teaching & Playroom, 7'6" x 12', Black & Multi, Seats 28 • Amazon Business $319.99 1 $319.99
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
Voit Playground Ball Prism Pack - 8.5" • Teachers' School Supply $35.79 1 $35.79
X-ACTO 1670 School Pro Classroom Electric Pencil Sharpener, Black/Gray • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Hapinest Tie Dye Kit for Kids Age 8-12 & Up Girls Boys Teens, Clothing Shirt Fabric Dye Arts and Crafts Gifts Party Supplies, Kids Tie Dye Kit for Large Group, 18 Pre-Filled Bottles w/14 Colors • Amazon Business $24.79 1 $24.79
The Invisible String - social emotional learning picture book (paperback, ages 4-8; calming corner resources) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $12.00 2 $24.00
24 Pack Fast Food Squishy Toys for Kids Bulk - Slow Rising (Individually Wrapped) Small Foam Squishies 1.5-2.25" - Valentines Day Gifts for Kids Classroom Birthday Party Favors • Amazon Business $17.63 1 $17.63
2025-2026 Blue Sky Teacher Dots 22" x 17" Academic Monthly Wall Calendar (105496-A26) • Quill.com $16.79 1 $16.79
Wonder - Hardcover Book • AKJ Education $13.13 1 $13.13
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted 12/Pack (30075/30072) • Staples $7.99 1 $7.99
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.49 2 $4.98
I Survived - I Survived the American Revolution, 1776 - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $3.64 1 $3.64

Materials cost

$593.72

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.94

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.91

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$636.57

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$112.34

Total project goal

$748.91

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