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Mrs. Courtney from Charlotte, NC is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Courtney's classroom raised $216

Spark & Shine: Classroom Tools for Creative Minds

Help me give my students a paper organizer, art drying rack, voice output devices and weighted shoulder caterpillar.

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Mrs. Courtney Rama Road Elementary School
Charlotte, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

This project brings practical, playful, and purposeful tools to our classroom to support every student’s learning journey. The art drying rack keeps vibrant creations safe and accessible, while the hanging construction paper organizer ensures supplies are always within reach for spontaneous art or writing. Voice output buttons give non-verbal students a voice, fostering communication and confidence. The six-cup holder keeps tools tidy for group activities, and the small weighted caterpillar provides calming sensory support for students who need it.

Together, these items create a space especially designed to meet the needs of my neurodiverse learners, offering structure, sensory support, and tools that empower independence.

Every item is chosen to create a calmer, more predictable, and inclusive environment where all students can engage, express themselves, and succeed on their own terms.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

12 students impacted 3 donors
Mrs. Courtney Rama Road Elementary School Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Charlotte, NC View local requests

Nearly all 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

12 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Abilitations Small Weighted Shoulder Caterpillar, 29 x 3 Inches, 2 Pounds, Green/Purple, 10.5x8x3 - Adult • School Specialty $38.17 1 $38.17
12 Shelves Wall Mount Art Drying Rack for Classroom, Paint Drying Rack | Drying Rack Classroom, Wall Art Storage Rack, Removable Shelves for Classrooms and Art Studios • Amazon Business $36.96 1 $36.96
PELTEFLU Voice Recording Button, 30 Second Record Button for Dog Pet Interactivity, Gift for Friend, Family,10 Color Have Coffee and White • Amazon Business $31.98 1 $31.98
ZENXUS Hanging Organizer, 12x12 Paper Storage, Craft Vinyl Storage, 1-Pack • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Boczif 6-Cup Holder with Handle, Drink Caddy Carrier for Delivery(Blue) | Cup Caddy Portable Drink Carrier or Cans Reusable, Folds Flat, Carry Coffee, Wine, Safely Secures Hot and Cold Beverages • Amazon Business $14.89 1 $14.89

Materials cost

$136.99

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.82

Sales tax

 $10.69

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$183.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$32.39

Total project goal

$215.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $215.94

2 Donors

-$199.04

Donations toward project cost

-$172.93

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.11

match offer

-$12.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$10.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.88

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

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 $0.00

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