Sit, Store, and Shine: A Bench for Better Learning
Help me give my students a sturdy, multi-purpose storage bench that provides both seating and organized compartments for each of my eight Mandarin classes to keep their notebooks and supplies easily accessible.
$253 goal
This project expired on September 13, 2025.
This project expired on September 13, 2025.
My Project
I love how hardworking, curious, and enthusiastic my students are. I teach eight different Mandarin classes, and each group brings their own energy and excitement for learning. To support them better, I’m requesting a multifunctional storage bench that will serve two important purposes: a place to sit and a place to stay organized.
This bench includes eight individual compartment boxes—one for each of my classes—making it the perfect solution for storing notebooks, folders, and shared supplies.
It will help keep our classroom tidy, save time transitioning between classes, and allow students to easily access what they need. At the same time, the bench provides additional seating, creating a more flexible and welcoming learning space. With this simple addition, my students will benefit from both comfort and structure—two key ingredients for effective learning.
More than half of students from low‑income households
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28 students impacted
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FDP Natural Birch 8-Compartment Storage Bench with Comfortable Blue Vinyl Seat (16" H); Organize Shoes, Hats, Toys - Durable Furniture for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Montessori Classroom, 14047-NTBL
• Amazon Business
$182.10
1
$182.10
Materials cost
$182.10
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.73
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$214.83
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$37.91
Total project goal
$252.74
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