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

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Room to Grow: a 5th Grade Journey

Help me give my students I'm a first-year 5th-grade teacher excited to create a welcoming, engaging classroom. Your support helps build a space where students feel confident, curious, and inspired to love learning. Thank you!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Cuatchon's classroom raised $942

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

My favorite things about the students I teach are their natural curiosity, determination, and distinct personalities, which they bring to class every day. As we develop together, they are ready to learn, ask questions, and encourage one another.

The materials I'm asking for will contribute to the establishment of a classroom environment where kids feel motivated, comfortable, and focused.

Every piece contributes to making learning experiential and meaningful, from supplies that inspire creativity and teamwork to adjustable seating that promotes mobility and participation. With the help of these resources, my students will feel secure and supported as they take charge of their education.

Mrs. Cuatchon Smyser Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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

27 students impacted 12donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HOOBRO Bar Table and Chairs Set, 47.2" Dining Table Set with Power Outlet, 3-Piece Pub Table Set, Kitchen Bar Height Table with Stools of 2, Space Saving for Living Room, Rustic Brown BF46UBT01 • Amazon Business $116.99 2 $233.98
James Patterson Middle School and Treasure Hunters Collection 13 Books Set • Amazon Business $74.24 1 $74.24
Who Is (Who Was) Series (10 Book Set) - George Washington, Frederick Douglas, Neil Armstrong, Ronald Reagan, Thomas Jefferson, Marco Polo, Walt Disney, & More! • Amazon Business $65.49 1 $65.49
4 Book Set: Graphic Novels #6 - Underrepresented Stories in Sports (paperback, ages 8-12) Swim Team, Gamerville, Hoops, Change the Game • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $62.00 1 $62.00
Dial Industries 4-Tier Cart, Clear - Steel • School Specialty $52.49 1 $52.49
Giant Classroom Timer • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Simple Designs Incandescent Floor Lamp Black (LF2000-BLK) • Staples $38.74 1 $38.74
Teacher Created Resources Magnetic Storage Pocket 5 x 7 Chalkboard Brights Pack of 6 (TCR20770-6) • Staples $31.59 1 $31.59
COMPONO Over The Door File Organizer,Wall Mounted Hanging File Folder Holder Mail Organizers,Home Office Supplies Storage Pocket Chart for Paper,Magazine,Notebooks,Planners,6 Large Pockets (Pattern) • Amazon Business $19.49 1 $19.49
Mocalido 40ft Globe String Lights Indoor, 80 LEDs Hanging Classroom Lights for Bedroom with Remote, USB Powered Warm White to Multicolor Color Changing Fairy Lights Outdoor Decor • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
X-ACTO KS Manual Pencil Sharpener, Black/Silver (1031) • Quill.com $16.30 1 $16.30
Hippo Creation Heavy Duty Storage Pocket Chart for Classroom, 10 Pocket Storage Organizer with 3 Over-Door Hangers, Hanging Wall Organizer for File Folders, School Mailbox, Home Office Papers - Black • Amazon Business $14.96 1 $14.96
Boho Classroom Tree Bulletin Board Set with Heart Shape Cutouts, Welcome Classroom Bulletin Tree Wall Decors Supplies for School Elementary Teacher Chalkboard • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Konohan Classroom Chime Meditation Chimes Teacher Chime Hand Bell Chimes for Classroom Management Mindfulness Reminder Bell with Mallet Storage Bag for Teacher Gift Prayer Yoga Music • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Marspark 9 Pcs Classroom Motivational Posters Growth Mindset Banner Inspirational Bulletin Board Positive Classroom Decoration for School Wall Art, Elementary Middle High School(Black) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
27 Pieces Science Bulletin Board Set Laminated Scientist Posters Classroom Decoration Banner Classroom Wall Decoration for Teachers Science Lab Cutouts School Bulletin Board Office Party Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Color Your Classroom Class Schedule Bulletin Board Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $8.49 1 $8.49
2 Pcs Growth Mindset Classroom Decorations Positive Banner Bulletin Board Inspirational Posters with Glue Wall Decorations for Teachers Students Preschool Elementary and Middle School High School • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Teacher Created Resources Wonderfully Wild Straight Rolled Border Trim - 50ft - Decorate Bulletin Boards, Walls, Desks, Windows, Doors, Lockers, Schools, Classrooms, Homeschool & Offices • Amazon Business $7.21 1 $7.21
Teacher Created Resources Everyone is Welcome You’re Doing Great! Awards (TCR7136) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$750.90

Vendor shipping charges

 $8.17

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$800.33

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$141.23

Total project goal

$941.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $941.56

12 Donors

-$915.09

Donations toward project cost

-$800.33

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$114.76

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$26.47

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