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Mr. Mehling from Louisville KY is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Shelf-tacular and Clutter Free

Help me give my students the organization supplies they need to succeed and flourish.

  • 3 donors
  • $533 still needed

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Our project aims to revolutionize classroom organization by implementing storage shelves and bins, an iPad charging dock, and pencil cases. These tools are essential for creating an environment that fosters efficiency, cleanliness, and educational engagement.

The primary goal of this project is to enhance classroom functionality.

Storage shelves and bins will provide designated spaces for textbooks, workbooks, art supplies, and other materials, reducing clutter and making it easier for students to access what they need. An organized classroom promotes focus and productivity, leading to a more conducive learning environment.

Integrating an iPad charging dock into our classroom setup serves multiple purposes. It ensures that educational technology remains charged and ready for use, eliminating disruptions caused by dead batteries. Additionally, it teaches students the importance of responsibility and care for shared resources.

Incorporating pencil cases for each student is another step towards efficient organization. These cases will house pencils, pens, erasers, and other small items, preventing them from getting lost or scattered. Teaching students how to maintain their supplies in designated spaces instills valuable life skills such as organization, time management, and accountability.

To fund these initiatives, we plan to utilize the Teacher Pay Teachers card for purchasing supplies. This platform offers a wide range of educational resources, including materials specifically designed for teaching organization skills. By utilizing these resources, we can not only enhance our classroom organization but also integrate structured lessons on organization into our curriculum.

Overall, our project aims to create a harmonious and efficient learning environment where students can thrive academically while learning essential life skills. Through proper organization, charging solutions, and educational resources, we are laying the foundation for a successful and organized classroom experience.

Mr. Mehling
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
TOOLF Rolling Storage Cart with 6 Drawers, Wooden Tabletop, Easy Movement, Large Capacity, Durable Construction & Colorful Style in Black Bar • Amazon Business $74.24 2 $148.48
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
10 Ports Charging Station for Multiple Devices, 120W Charging Station Organizer, USB Charging Docking with Cooling Fan, for iPhone, for iPad, Tablet, Kindle, ETL Listed (2.4A Each, 24A in Total) • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Plastic Pencil Box Clear Utility Pencil Storage Case Office Supplies Storage Organizer Box for Pens and More School Office School Supplies (10 Pack) • Amazon Business $29.79 2 $59.58
4-Shelf Adjustable Heavy Duty Storage Shelving Unit, Metal Organizer Wire Rack for Laundry Bathroom Kitchen Pantry Closet, Black • Amazon Business $54.99 1 $54.99

Materials cost

$423.04

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.35

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$459.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$81.07

Total project goal

$540.46

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $540.46

2 Donors

-$4.00

Donations toward project cost

-$3.70

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.30

An Anonymous Supporter match offer

-$4.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$3.40

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.60

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.35

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $532.11

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