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Ms. Fiona from Oakland, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Second Year Starting Strong!

Help me give my students a calm, focused, organized environment and hands-on learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Fiona's classroom raised $471

This project is fully funded

My Project

Help me fill in the missing pieces from last year! My first year of teaching was so much smoother thanks to your generosity! The calm corner rug, jumbo timer, and laminator were particular favorites. Now that I've completed a year, I know what pieces are missing in my classroom and what the school can and can't provide.

I am asking for tools to help students focus, manipulatives that will make the curriculum come to life, and office items that will make material management easier and more efficient.

Last year, I yearned for a class set of these noise-cancelling ear muffs. I had many kiddos who struggled to focus in such close proximity to their peers, and a few kids who needed to make noise. These headphones will help meet the needs of different kids to complete their independent work with fewer distractions and a calmer classroom.

In a similar vein, these chair bands are a great tool for kids who need sensory input, but they are hands-free. I had a few of these last year, and I noticed that when I put them on their chairs, kids who were constantly getting up out of their seats were magically able to stay in their spot and access their seat work.

I'm also really excited about these magnetic base ten blocks. I tried to make my own last year, but they kept falling off the board and were too small. These will help my kids grow a better understanding of and become more fluent with using 10s to add more efficiently.

I am so excited to start my second year and am so so grateful for the support of my community (with Donors Choose but also emotionally and intellectually) in helping me be the best teacher I can be! Thanks in advance!

Ms. Fiona Bella Vista Elementary 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.

Oakland, CA 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

26 students impacted 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Amylove 12 Pcs Kids Ear Protection Noise Cancelling Headphones Ear Muffs Bulk 27db Adult Noise Reduction Hearing Earmuff • Amazon Business $79.99 2 $159.98
Magnetic Folder Bins - Set of 3 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Simply magic 131 PCS Jumbo Magnetic Base Ten Blocks for Math, Place Value Blocks, Magnetic Base 10 Blocks Set for Teachers, Math Blocks for Counting, Counting Blocks, Magnetic Math Manipulatives K-3 • Amazon Business $21.20 1 $21.20
36 Pcs Blue Chair Bands Fidget for Kids with Fidgety Feet Chair Bands Rubber Band for Elastic Bands Stress Leg Strap Kids Chairs Students ADHD Sensory • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
OFNMY 225PCS Shrink Plastic Kit with 25PCS Shrinky Dink Paper, 100PCS Keychains and Open Iron Ring for Kids Creative Craft Marking, Handprint Keychains • Amazon Business $17.59 1 $17.59
Avery Easy Peel Laser Address Labels, 1" x 2 5/8", Matte White, 750 Labels/Pack (5260) • Quill.com $13.29 1 $13.29
Replogle 12" Political Inflatable Globe • Kaplan Early Learning Company $10.76 1 $10.76
LOVIMAG Fridge Magnet Refrigerator Magnets, Small Push Pin Magnets Strong Magnets for Whiteboard, Fridge, Office, Classroom and Map Magnets, Pack of 20 • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Grtard 10Pack Black Magnetic Hooks Heavy Duty, 50lbs Neodymium Magnet Hooks for Hanging, Strong Magnetic Hooks for Cruise, Magnets with Hooks for Home, Kitchen, Workplace, Office • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
ZIGEL D10 Office Date Stamp - Self Inking Date Stamp - Black • Amazon Business $9.50 1 $9.50
Ouch Essentials Kiddo Care - Kids Adhesive Bandages, Assorted Styles, 200 Count • Amazon Business $7.66 1 $7.66
Staples Hanging File Folder Tabs Clear 50/Pack (ST10987-CC) • Staples $6.99 1 $6.99
Mr. Pen- Hot Glue Gun Sticks, 60 Pack, Mini, 4 Inch, Hot Glue Sticks, Glue Gun Sticks, Hot Glue, Glue Sticks for Hot Glue Gun, Clear Glue Sticks, Hot Melt Glue Sticks • Amazon Business $5.98 1 $5.98

Materials cost

$332.87

Vendor shipping charges

$2.00

Sales tax

$30.46

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.99

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$400.32

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$70.64

Total project goal

$470.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$470.96

6 Donors

-$225.31

Donations toward project cost

-$205.16

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.15

match offer

-$229.60

Match offer toward project cost

-$195.16

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.44

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$16.05

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$0.00

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