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Ms. Russo from Rego Park, NY is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Small Group Instruction

Help me give my students a place to soar in small groups instruction. Our class does not have this area where we can focus on skills in small groups instruction.

  • $477 goal

This project expired on November 4, 2025.

This project expired on November 4, 2025.

My Project

The kidney shape keeps you close to every student, allowing for more eye contact, personal attention, and emotional connection. Students feel valued when they’re physically near their teacher—this fosters trust and confidence. A kidney table isn’t just furniture—it’s a tool that allows you to lean in, listen closely, and lift them up, one small group at a time. Ideal for guided reading, math groups, or interventions.The shape fosters collaborative learning and peer interaction without the distractions of a full class. Easier access for kids with mobility challenges compared to standard rectangular desks.

Ms. Russo PS 175 Lynn Gross Discovery Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Rego Park, NY View local requests

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

30 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kaplan Early Learning Nature Color Chunky 48" x 72" Kidney Table with 21"-30" Adjustable Legs- Natural • Kaplan Early Learning Company $369.86 1 $369.86

Materials cost

$369.86

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$405.41

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$71.54

Total project goal

$476.95

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