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Ms. Nishitomi from Waipahu, HI is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Thinking Classrooms Call for Flexibility!

Help me give my students options for flexible seating and standing, as well as markers and dry erase markers to help take accountability during collaborative activities and projects.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Nishitomi's classroom raised $774

This project is fully funded

My Project

In any classroom, it is certain that no two students are exactly alike. This means that the way students think and work best is unique to each individual. Although our current classroom provides opportunity for collaborative workspace, its more traditional implication falls short when thinking about the diversity of 21st century learners. The effort my students put in when working together as community contributors showcases their ability to thrive and become the future of society. To hone in on these essential life skills today will certainly help to shape a better tomorrow.

The impact that flexible seating (or standing) and various spaces for group work will tremendously benefit future projects that align with collaboration in a real world setting.

Standing desks allow sitting students who daydream or fidget in their an opportunity to stay awake and incorporate movement, much like the flexibility of rolling whiteboards. Due to its design, standing desks can even be used during group collaboration and debates. These resources also provide added support to English Language Learners as they practice their expressive language. Various colors of dry erase markers as well as traditional markers are not only used for coloring, but can also be used as a tool for visible accountability.

Ms. Nishitomi Waipahu Elementary School Grades 6-8

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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.

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More than three‑quarters 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

44 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Small Standing Laptop Desk Mobile Standing Desk Manual Adjustable Home Office Desk Height from 28.5“ to 42.7" Rolling Standing Desk 48" x 65“ for Working, Meeting, Teaching, Speeching, White • Amazon Business $70.08 3 $210.24
XBoard Magnetic Mobile Whiteboard, Double Sided Magnetic Dry Erase White Board on Wheels, Large Portable Easel with Stand and Aluminium Frame for Home School Office (44x30-Inch) • Amazon Business $84.54 2 $169.08
Crayola Washable Broadline Marker Set - Set of 64, Broadline, Window, and Gel Markers • Blick Art Materials $24.38 2 $48.76
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Count • Amazon Business $23.23 2 $46.46
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $22.80 2 $45.60
Crayola Colors of the World Markers - Set of 24 • Blick Art Materials $8.49 4 $33.96

Materials cost

$554.10

Vendor shipping charges

 $40.35

Sales tax

 $24.38

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.31

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$657.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$115.97

Total project goal

$773.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $773.11

2 Donors

-$673.11

Donations toward project cost

-$572.14

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$100.97

match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

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 $0.00

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