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Ms. Bernal from Winston Salem, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Transforming Our Classroom: Tools for Engaged Learning and Organization

Help me give my students a 15-roller drawer cart organizer, classroom headphones, colorful dry erase dots, beanbags, and a Tic-Tac-Toe game to create an organized, engaging space for hands-on, interactive learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Bernal's classroom raised $556

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

I love my students' energy, curiosity, and desire to learn. They come to class eager to explore new ideas and dive into hands-on activities. To support their learning, I’m requesting essential supplies that will create an organized, engaging, and stimulating classroom environment where they can thrive.

The 15-roller drawer cart organizer will be a game-changer for keeping materials easily accessible and organized.

With all our supplies neatly stored, my students can spend more time focused on learning rather than searching for what they need. This will improve time management and foster independence.

Classroom headphones will allow my students to work quietly during individual assignments, especially when using educational technology for math, reading, or research. Having a quiet space to focus will benefit students who need extra concentration and help them stay on task.

The colorful dry erase dots will make our lessons more interactive. Students will use these during small group discussions and problem-solving activities, allowing for more engagement and collaboration. The Tic-Tac-Toe game will be a fun way to reinforce learning concepts while making lessons enjoyable.

I’m also requesting beanbags to create a cozy reading nook. Many of my students benefit from a comfortable space where they can relax and focus on their reading, improving literacy skills in a less traditional, more welcoming environment.

Each of these resources is chosen to enhance the learning experience for my students, who are creative, intelligent, and eager to succeed. By supporting this project, you are helping to provide the tools they need to stay organized, engaged, and excited about learning every day.

Ms. Bernal Old Town Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Winston Salem, 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Topment Plastic Boxes 15 Drawer Rolling Organizer Cart Utility Storage Tools Scrapbook Paper Multi-Use • Amazon Business $89.64 1 $89.64
30 Pack Classroom Headphones Bulk Kids Headphones Student Headphones Wired Class over Head Earbud on Ear Set with 3.5 mm Plug 10 Colors Adjustable with Microphone Headset Earphone for Library • Amazon Business $53.99 1 $53.99
Paper Mate Flair Guard Pen - Tropical Colors, Medium Tip, Set of 24 • Blick Art Materials $39.18 1 $39.18
Sliner 2 Pcs Stuffed Animal Storage Bean Bag Chair Cover for Kids Adults (no Filler) Large Stuffable Zipper Beanbag Cover for Organizing Plush Toys or Memory Foam(Pink and Purple, Small) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
PaperMate© InkJoy© Gel Pen - 0.7 mm - Set of 20 Fashion Colors • Nasco $29.48 1 $29.48
Post-it? Super Sticky Mini Easel Pad, 15" x 18", White, 20 Sheets (MMM577SS) • Quill.com $22.93 1 $22.93
Minetom Globe String Lights, 33 Feet 100 Led Fairy Lights Plug in, 8 Modes with Remote Mini Globe Lights for Indoor Outdoor Bedroom Party Garden Christmas Tree Easter Decoration, Pink + Multicolor • Amazon Business $15.29 1 $15.29
AUEAR, Wooden Block Perpetual Desk Calendar Desktop Cube Rustic Chic Number for Home Office Decoration Large (White) • Amazon Business $14.59 1 $14.59
Tic Tac Toe (Bulk Pack of 24) 5"x5" Foam Tic-Tac-Toe Mini Board Game Toys for Kids, Birthday Party Favors, Goody Bag Stuffers, Classroom Prizes & Occupational Therapy, Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $12.50 1 $12.50
Marbrasse Desk Organizer with 2 Drawer, 360°Rotating Pen Holder for Desk, Desk Organizers and Accessories with 6 Slots Pencil Organizer + 2 Drawer, Art Supply Storage Box Caddy for Office (Pink) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
EZlifego Double Sided Tape Heavy Duty(Extra Large 16.5FT), Nano Adhesive Mounting Tape Wall Decor,Sticky Picture Hanging Adhesive Strips Poster Tape • Amazon Business $11.89 1 $11.89
Binder Clips, 100PCS Large Binder Clips Assorted Sizes, Medium Small Binder Clips for Paperwork, Bulldog Clips, Office Clips, Paper Clamps, Colorful Binder Clips for Office and School Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Mr. Pen- Microfiber Shag Whiteboard Eraser, 4 Pack, Washable Microfiber Whiteboard Eraser, Dry Erase Eraser, Dry Eraser, White Board Eraser, White Board Erasers Dry Erase, Dry Board Eraser • Amazon Business $9.84 1 $9.84
Colorful Dry Erase Dots Circles Whiteboard Marker Removable Stickers Spots Wall Decals for School Classroom Teachers Students Table & Desk, 8 Pack • Amazon Business $9.80 1 $9.80
AROIC Adhesive Hooks for Hanging, 40 Packs Hook Heavy Duty Self Adhesive Wall Hooks 20 lbs / 9 kg (Max), Removable, Waterproof Hook for Bedroom Kitchen Bathroom • Amazon Business $9.50 1 $9.50
Fainne Scented Bookmarks for Kid Fruit Scratch and Sniff Bookmarks Fun Bookmarks Classroom Bookmark Colorful Chocolate Popcorn Donut Dessert Bookmark Teenager School Office Home, 12 Style(36 Pieces) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$377.59

Vendor shipping charges

$29.90

Sales tax

$29.45

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$472.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.40

Total project goal

$556.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$556.00

5 Donors

-$541.29

Donations toward project cost

-$472.60

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$68.69

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$14.71

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$0.00

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