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Mrs. Elmasri from Waimanalo, HI is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Safe and Sound

Help me give my students an area to store their personal supplies in a safe place. This will help alleviate stress and increase organizational skills among my students.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Elmasri's classroom raised $890

This project is fully funded

My Project

Throughout the year, my students have faced ongoing challenges in maintaining organization with their supplies, or those provided to them. This struggle not only impacts their academic performance but also reflects on their ability to respect themselves, others, and our classroom environment. As their teacher, I am deeply invested in cultivating a classroom culture where these fundamental values are upheld and nurtured.

In our classroom, we have been diligently working on instilling a sense of responsibility and respect among our students.

However, without the necessary organizational tools, our efforts often fall short. This is why I am reaching out for support. By providing my students with the organizational resources they need, we can create a structured environment where they feel empowered to take ownership of their belongings. Not only will this contribute to a cleaner and safer classroom, but it will also instill a sense of comfort and security in knowing that their supplies have a designated and accessible place.

I firmly believe that when students feel organized and in control of their environment, their engagement, love for school, and sense of responsibility soar. With your generous assistance, we can equip our classroom with the tools necessary to foster these essential skills and values. Together, we can transform our classroom into a space that not only promotes academic success but also cultivates a sense of community and mutual respect.

Thank you for considering this request and for your commitment to the growth and development of our students. With your help, we can create a learning environment where every child feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Mrs. Elmasri Waimanalo Elementary Intermediate School Grades PreK-2

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.

Waimanalo, HI View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

21 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids 20 Cubby Mobile Tray Storage Cabinet, 4x5, Classroom Furniture, Natural • Amazon Business $269.99 1 $269.99
ClosetMaid 4176 Cubeicals Organizer, 6-Cube, Birch • Amazon Business $56.95 4 $227.80
ECR4Kids Scoop Front Storage Bin, Multipurpose Organization, White, 20-Piece • Amazon Business $45.73 2 $91.46
Norwood Commercial Furniture Stacking Set-Stackable Nesting Stools/Chairs for Kids and Adults-Flexible Seating for Home, Office, Classrooms-Plastic/Metal (Pack of 5), 17.75" H, Black w/Silver Legs • Amazon Business $71.87 1 $71.87
Better Office Products Green Plastic 2 Pocket Folders with Prongs, Heavyweight, Letter Size Poly Folders, 24 Pack, with 3 Metal Prongs Fastener Clips, Green • Amazon Business $24.74 1 $24.74

Materials cost

$685.86

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$30.18

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.29

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$756.33

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$133.47

Total project goal

$889.80

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$889.80

4 Donors

-$559.16

Donations toward project cost

-$476.54

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$82.62

Matching donations from our partners

-$329.16

Match offers toward project cost

-$279.79

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$49.37

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.48

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$0.00

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