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Mrs. Francis from Spartanburg, SC is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Transforming Our Classroom into a Comfy and Organized Learning Space!

Help me give my students a comfy, creative, and organized middle school learning space!

  • $1,099 goal

This project expired on September 14, 2025.

This project expired on September 14, 2025.

My Project

My students are energetic, curious, and full of potential. They come to school each day ready to learn and grow, and I want to create a classroom environment that fuels their enthusiasm, supports their learning needs, and helps them feel safe, comfortable, and inspired.

With your help, I can transform our classroom into a more engaging and organized space that promotes collaboration, creativity, and focus.

This project will provide essential items to make our classroom feel more like a second home — a place where students feel comfortable enough to take academic risks, stay organized, and focus on learning.

A cozy loveseat couch for our reading nook will provide a quiet spot for students to enjoy independent reading, group work, or decompress when needed.

A table to help with small group activities.

Drapey no-drill curtain rods and pastel rainbow curtains will help brighten our space and give it a soft, welcoming feel without damaging school property.

A 15-drawer metal storage cart and a 3-tier rolling utility cart will help organize supplies and make materials more accessible for both students and teacher.

A 24-outlet power strip will ensure we have enough safe access to power our learning tools, laptops, and chargers without clutter. Packs of Gorilla mounting putty will allow us to hang student work, posters, and anchor charts without damaging walls. Parts of speech and writing posters will visually reinforce grammar and writing skills.

Why It Matters:

A thoughtfully designed classroom can drastically impact students’ engagement, focus, and emotional well-being. With more seating options, better storage, and visually uplifting décor, students will have a calm and functional space that encourages ownership of their learning.

Mrs. Francis J.G. McCracken Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Spartanburg, SC 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

100 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
NSdirect 63" Large Computer Desk,Modern Simple Style PC Table Office Desk Wide Workstation for Study Writing,Gaming and Home Office,Extra 1" Thicker Wooden Tabletop and Black Metal Frame,Stone White • Amazon Business $169.99 1 $169.99
Shintenchi 47" Modern Linen Loveseat Sofa with 2 Pillows - Dark Grey | Compact, Stylish & Comfortable for Apartments, Studios & Small Spaces • Amazon Business $133.19 1 $133.19
Honey Can Do 15-Drawer Metal Rolling Storage Cart, White CRT-09106 White • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
OLIXIS Criss Cross Legged Chairs Armless with Wheels Wide Seat Height Adjustable Swivel Padded Home Office Desk Seating for Bedroom, Student, Study Room • Amazon Business $69.97 1 $69.97
Tatuo Pastel Rainbow Backdrop Curtains Sheer Curtain Tulle Panels for Kid Baby Shower Unicorn Birthday Party Window Classroom Decorations 6 Panels(708 inch/59 ft in Total Width,Bright Color) • Amazon Business $60.99 1 $60.99
Mifoci Pencil Dispenser Holder for Classroom Pastel Stainless Steel Pencil Holder for up to 200 Pencils Reusable Metal Straw Dispenser for Home Office Restaurant Teachers Supplies Storage (Pink) • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Gorilla Mounting Putty, Natural Tan Color, 84 Pre-Cut Squares (Pack of 3) - Non-Toxic Removable & Repositionable Wall Putty • Amazon Business $10.63 4 $42.52
24-Outlet Metal Power Strip - Extra Long Heavy Duty with 10FT Extension Cord, Mountable for Warehouse/Garage, ETL Listed, Black • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Retisee 12 Pcs 10 Inch Paper Lanterns Pastel Classroom Decor Rainbow Party Decorations Hanging Paper Lanterns for School Wedding Birthday Graduation Party Decorations(Pastel Colors) • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
Amazon Basics 3-Tier Metal Rolling Utility or Kitchen Cart - Dusty Pink • Amazon Business $37.45 1 $37.45
Curtain Rods No Drilling for Windows 48 to 84-96 Inch,5/8 Inch Diameter Drapey Pole with No Drill Curtain Rod Brackets,Renter Friendly Cortineros Para Ventanas with Adhesive Holder Black • Amazon Business $13.96 2 $27.92
Royana Cordless Table Lamp Rechargeable: Cute & Compact Bedside Table Lamp – Adjustable Brightness, USB-Powered Night Light for Kids, Teens, and Home Office Desks (Modern & Space-Saving Design) • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Marbrasse Desk Organizer, 360-Degree Rotating Pen Holder, Desk Organizers and Accessories with 5 Compartments Pencil Organizer, Art Supply Storage Box Caddy for Office, Home(Pink/Purple Random) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Humyoun 20 Pcs Parts of Speech Poster for Elementary Classroom Grammar Poster Educational English Class Must Have for Elementary Middle School Classroom Decor, 14x11 Inch(Pastel,Candy Color) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Materials cost

$832.93

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$58.72

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.49

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$934.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$164.85

Total project goal

$1,098.99

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