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Mrs. Tamayo from Virginia Beach, VA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Teaching Our Kinders Organizational Skills

Help me give my students chair pockets that will give each student a dedicated space to store their supplies.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Tamayo's classroom raised $292

This project is fully funded

My Project

Help our kindergarten class create a well-organized, supportive learning environment that fosters independence and focus. Our class of 20 kindergarteners is full of eager learners, ready to tackle new challenges.

To help them succeed, we are requesting chair pockets that will give each student a dedicated space to store their supplies.

This simple yet effective tool will promote organization, responsibility, and a smoother classroom experience.

A clutter-free and efficient learning space allows students to focus on what truly matters: their education. Chair pockets provide an accessible and personal storage solution, keeping essential items like notebooks, pencils, and folders within reach. This minimizes disruptions and empowers students to take ownership of their materials.

With chair pockets, our students can enjoy a more structured and supportive learning environment. They’ll be able to transition between activities seamlessly, stay focused, and develop key organizational skills that will serve them well beyond first grade. By contributing to this project, you’re helping to create a classroom where every student can thrive and feel confident in their abilities.

Thank you for partnering with us to inspire and empower our young learners!

Mrs. Tamayo Holland Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Virginia Beach, VA 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

20 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
16PCS Chairback Buddy Pockets Chart with 2 Heavy Duty Storage Pocket,School Supplies Chair Back,Standard Denim Storage Organizer for Classroom Chair(Yellow) • Amazon Business $72.19 2 $144.38
Fainne 12 Pcs Plastic Pencil Box Large Crayon Box Pencil Case with Snap Closure Lids Multi Purpose Clear Plastic Storage Organizer for School Office Supplies, 4 Colors • Amazon Business $34.99 2 $69.98

Materials cost

$214.36

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.22

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$247.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$43.69

Total project goal

$291.27

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $291.27

2 Donors

-$145.63

Donations toward project cost

-$123.79

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.84

Matching donations from our partners

-$145.64

Match offers toward project cost

-$123.79

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.85

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 $0.00

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