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Ms. Chew from Kaneohe, HI is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Unlock Their Potential: The Power of Small Group Learning

Help me give my students a table and stools for an effective and organized small group instruction space

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Chew's classroom raised $749

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students are truly a joy to teach. Their eagerness to learn and their unwavering work ethic are inspiring. They approach each day with a positive attitude and a genuine desire to grow, which makes my heart sing. My goal for this project is to create a more effective and engaging learning environment, specifically through targeted small group instruction, to maximize their academic potential.

The small group table and stools are essential for fostering a collaborative and focused learning space.

By providing a dedicated area for small group work, I can give individualized attention to students who need extra support or enrichment. The organizing trays and drawers will create a streamlined and efficient system for managing small group materials, allowing me to spend more time teaching and less time searching for supplies. This organized space will directly impact student learning by minimizing distractions and maximizing instructional time.

These resources will help my students learn by:

Providing targeted support: The small group table will allow me to differentiate instruction and address individual learning needs.

Enhancing collaboration: The stools will encourage interaction and peer learning within small groups.

Promoting organization: The organizing trays and drawers will create a clutter-free environment, allowing students to focus on learning.

Maximizing instructional time: A well-organized space will save valuable time, allowing for more in-depth instruction.

Ultimately, these items will help me provide the focused support my hard-working and eager students deserve, leading to improved academic achievement and a deeper love of learning.

Ms. Chew Kahaluu 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.

Kaneohe, HI View local requests

More than half 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

20 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Norwood Commercial Furniture Adjustable Height Classroom Activity Table for Kids & Adults, Clover Activity Table for School and Home, 48" L x 48" W x 30" H, Gray • Amazon Business $242.47 1 $242.47
MEDIMALL 15 Drawers Rolling Storage Cart, Multipurpose Craft Storage Cart with Wheels, Mobile Tools Scrapbook Paper Organizer Cart for School Home Office Use (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $82.99 1 $82.99
ECR4Kids Bentwood Stackable Stools, Classroom Furniture, Assorted, 6-Piece • Amazon Business $80.74 1 $80.74
Maitys 15 Pcs Flat Plastic Trays 16.1 x 11.8'' Sensory Storage Tray Paper Trays Stackable Classroom Bins for Office Home Organizer Arts and Crafts Supplies (Blue) • Amazon Business $33.99 2 $67.98
Macarrie 60 Pieces Precut Tennis Bulk Tennis Balls for Chairs Heavy Duty Long Lasting Glide Coverings for Classroom Furniture Legs Protectors and Floor Protection(Gray) • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99
Jetec 24 Pcs Kid Activity Plastic Tray for Classroom Art and Crafts Organizer Tray Plastic Serving Sand Trays for Sensory Toys, Beads, Painting, DIY, Home Activities, 11.4 x 8.6 x 1.1 Inch • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
Colorful Dry-Erase Magnetic Square Notes • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Dry Erase Dots Circles Colorful Circles Whiteboard Marker Removable Vinyl Dot Stickers for School Classroom Teachers Students Table & Desk, 8 Colors 11.02 Inches (16 Pack) • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49

Materials cost

$572.60

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$25.19

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$636.38

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$112.30

Total project goal

$748.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$748.68

1 Donor

-$748.68

Donations toward project cost

-$636.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$112.30

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$0.00

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