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Ms. Kalandyk from Westland, MI is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Kalandyk's classroom raised $350

Spruce Up the Classroom

Help me give my students a nice welcoming classroom environment with motivational posters, a calendar to visually see their schedule for the month, and a breathing lamp for when we just need a small break to breathe and more.

Ms. Kalandyk American Montessori Academy - Upper

Westland, MI Grades PreK-2

My Project

My classroom is more than just a place to learn; it’s a community where students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Many of my students benefit from structured, engaging materials that make learning feel safe and exciting. When children feel supported and equipped, they take risks, ask questions, and believe in themselves.

By supporting this project, you are investing in more than supplies; you are investing in confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.

We need stickers, chargers, notebooks, hooks, a sensory lamp and wall art. Every donation, big or small, helps create a classroom where students feel valued and empowered each day.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

30 students impacted 8 donors

Project tagged as

Westland, MI
Grades PreK-2
Social Emotional Learning
Charter School
Classroom Basics
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Kalandyk American Montessori Academy - Upper Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Westland, MI 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

30 students impacted 8donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Drsoum Inspirational Wall Art Home Office Decor Motivational Wall Decor for Bedroom Living Room Office Classroom Positive Affirmations Quotes Poster Framed Art for Women Men Kids Set of 6 8"x10" • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

T-SIGN 12 Inch Heavy Duty Spinning Prize Wheel - 10 Slots Color Tabletop Roulette Spinner Wheel of Fortune - Spin The Wheel with Dry Erase Marker and Eraser Win The Fortune Spin Game for Trade Show • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Syantek Remote Control Outlet Wireless Light Switch for Household Appliances, Expandable Remote Light Switch Kit, Up to 100 ft Range, FCC Certified, ETL Listed, White (5 Outlets + 2 Remotes) • Amazon Business $25.63 1 $25.63

Horaldaily 50 PCS Spring Summer Window Cling Sticker, Watercolor Wild Flowers Butterfly Floral for Home Party Supplies Shop Window Glass Display Decoration • Amazon Business $5.69 3 $17.07

Phomemo Label Maker Machine with Tape, D30 Mini Bluetooth Label Printer, Versatile App with with 1000+ Symbols and 60+ Borders, Portable Label Maker for School Supplies, Home, Office, Green • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99

KTRIO 120 Pack Sheet Protectors 8.5 x 11 inch, Clear Page Protector for 3 Ring Binder, Plastic Sleeves for Binders, Top Loading Paper Sheets Document Sleeve Letter Size, Office & Home • Amazon Business $7.95 2 $15.90

UNIFUN Table Lamp, Touch Sensor Bedside Lamps, Dimmable Warm White & Color Changing RGB Light for Bedroom,Living Room Gift Pack for Mom, Father’s Day and Other Holiday Use (Taller Size)... • Amazon Business $14.43 1 $14.43

SHANDERBAR Nano Double Sided Tape Heavy Duty - 9.8ft Removable Clear Mounting Tape for Walls, Carpet, Rug & DIY – Strong Two Sided Adhesive Tape – No Residue, Washable, Traceless • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98

Phomemo Labels, D30 Label Tape Continuous Print Master Labels Refill, Smart Mini Label Maker Refill D30 D35 Black on White Sticker Thermal Paper Self-Adhesive, 15mm x 6m (0.59 x 236.22 Inch) 3-Roll • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98

Mead Grades K-2 Primary Ruled Journal 1-Subject Composition Notebook 7.5 x 9.75 Wide Ruled 100 Sheets Blue (1040315) • Staples $5.19 2 $10.38

Breathing Lamp Guided Visual Meditation Tool for Mindfulness,Anxiety Relief&Calm Your Mind for Stress&Visual Relaxation and Restful Sleep,478 Seconds Breathing Rate Change 3 Colors,Gift for Kids • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Mr. Pen- Magnetic Push Pin, 12 Pack, Assorted Color, Magnets for Whiteboard, Colored Magnets, Magnetic Pins • Amazon Business $4.91 2 $9.82

Staples Magnets Assorted Colors 30/Pack (40085-CC) • Staples $9.49 1 $9.49

MaxGear Monthly Magnetic Calendar for Fridge, 16" X 12" Fridge Calendar Whiteboard, Reusable Magnetic Dry Erase Calendar White Board Planner for Refrigerator with 7 Fine Point Markers, 1 Eraser • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49

USB Plug, USB Wall Charger 3 Pack, GiGreen Dual Port Electrical Plug Wall Outlet Charger Cube 5V 2.1A Charging Block Compatible iPhone 16 15 14 13 12 11 X,Samsung S25 S24 S23 S20 S10 S9 Note20,LG,Moto • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Ddaowanx Whiteboard Eraser, Magnetic Dry Erase Eraser, Glass Board Eraser,School and Office Supplies, Pack of 2 (Light Green) • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59

1000 Pieces Confetti Positive Sayings Stickers Colorful Positive Quote Stickers Removable Confetti Stickers Self Adhesive Roll Stickers for Classroom Bulletin Board • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59

50 Styles 100 Pcs Morning Meeting Chips for Kids, Student Response Cards, Conversation Starters, Classroom Question Idea Cards for Elementary School, Learn Communication, Listening, Vocabulary • Amazon Business $7.49 1 $7.49

DSMY Suction Cup Hooks,15 PCS Clear Suction Cup for Glass Window Decor Shower Bathroom Glass Window Shower Kitchen, Reusable PVC Cups with Removable Stainless Hooks, Assorted • Amazon Business $5.35 1 $5.35

Materials cost			$263.14
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$3.95
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$297.09
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$52.43
Total project goal			$349.52
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$349.52
2 Donors			-$349.52
Donations toward project cost			-$297.09
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$52.43
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
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