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Mrs. Maiellano from Brighton, MA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Unlocking Potential: Language and Literacy Resources

Help me give my students by empowering their language skills with dictionaries and thesauruses. Fidget toys enhance focus, and bookcases organize our classroom library, creating a dynamic learning space. Your support makes it possible."

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Maiellano's classroom raised $946

This project is fully funded

My Project

The items I'm requesting are vital in transforming my students' educational journey. The student dictionaries and thesauruses empower my students to embrace language and confidently express themselves. With these resources, they will broaden their vocabulary, enhance comprehension, and become more articulate in their communication. The impact is felt across subjects as these tools provide the foundation for academic success.

Bookcases serve as the cornerstone of our classroom library.

They don't just store books; they unlock the world of reading. By organizing and displaying our collection, they inspire curiosity and create a haven where students can explore, learn, and develop critical thinking skills. Moreover, fidget toys aren't just playthings; they are instruments of focus and attention. In a world filled with distractions, these toys allow students to channel their energy positively, making it easier for them to engage in lessons, learn more effectively, and reach their full potential.

My project has three primary objectives. Firstly, I aim to enrich my students' language skills, boosting their confidence in reading and writing. Secondly, I am committed to creating a dynamic learning environment by fostering focus and engagement, especially for those students who may need additional support. Finally, I aspire to cultivate a love for reading and critical thinking through an inviting and well-organized classroom library. Your support for this project is not just about purchasing items; it's an investment in the brighter future of my students.

Mrs. Maiellano Winship Elementary School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Brighton, MA 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

37 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Really Good Stuff Chapter Book Library Bins with Dividers, 8¾" x 13½" x 7¾" - 4 Pack, Primary Colors | Large Plastic Shelf Bin Organizer for Classroom Library, Books, Documents, Files, Magazines • Amazon Business $59.12 4 $236.48
Sauder Beginnings 3-Shelf Bookcase (416438) • Quill.com $63.99 3 $191.97
The American Heritage� Student Thesaurus • Quill.com $24.59 4 $98.36
Webster's Dictionary for Students, Sixth Edition, Pack of 6 • Quill.com $36.99 2 $73.98
9 FIDGET Friends: 3D Slug, Pop Octopus, Bendable Axolotl (3 of each fidget toy) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $70.00 1 $70.00
OCTTN Liquid Motion Bubbler Timer Desktop Toy, 10 Pack Mix Bubblers Timer for Sensory Play Toys for Activity, Relaxing, Anxiety, Autism, ADHD Office Home • Amazon Business $44.85 1 $44.85
Spanish-English Dictionary for Students, Second Edition, Paperback, Pack of 6 (9781596951655) • Quill.com $41.99 1 $41.99

Materials cost

$757.63

Vendor shipping charges

$5.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$803.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$141.88

Total project goal

$945.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$945.87

2 Donors

-$630.58

Donations toward project cost

-$535.99

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$94.59

match offer

-$315.29

Match offer toward project cost

-$268.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.29

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$0.00

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