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Ms. Cracchiolo from Rancho Palos Verdes, CA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Vibrant Literacy Hub for Student Success

Help me give my students vibrant literacy center equipped with interactive laminated learning games created on card stock as well as an open cube storage bookcase that will help to create a dynamic space where students can easily access learning tools.

  • $237 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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 am inspired by the curiosity and enthusiasm that radiate from my students every day. Their eagerness to learn deserves an environment that nurtures creativity and engagement. To achieve this, I am seeking support for a learning centers project to create learning games tailored to their unique needs. The funds will be used for markers, cardstock, and lamination sheets to create materials such as educational board games, interactive puzzles, and hands-on activities that make learning enjoyable and impactful. These resources will not only cater to various learning styles but also foster teamwork and critical thinking skills among my students. By transforming the learning experience into a game-based adventure, I aim to ignite a passion for knowledge that will stay with them throughout their academic journey.

Your generous support will not only provide the tools for an interactive and engaging learning experience but also instill a sense of responsibility and ownership in each student.

Additionally, I recognize the importance of organized storage to maintain a conducive learning environment. The second part of this project focuses on acquiring storage solutions to keep these educational materials easily accessible and well-maintained. Shelving units and containers will ensure that the learning games are neatly organized, allowing my students to independently select and return materials. This organization contributes to a smooth and efficient learning process, empowering students to take charge of their own educational exploration.

Ms. Cracchiolo Crestwood Steam Magnet 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.

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Rancho Palos Verdes, CA View local requests

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

28 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
IOTXY Freestanding Open Cubes Bookcase - 2-Tier Floor Standing Wooden Storage Display Cabinet Organizer with Legs for Home Office, 4-Cubes Open Shelf Low Short Bookshelf, Oak • Amazon Business $85.00 1 $85.00
Matte Thermal Laminating Pouches, Matte Finish, 9 x 11.5 Inches, 5 Mil Thickness, 30 Pack, Fitted for Letter Size Laminating Sheets 8.5 x 11 • Amazon Business $18.45 2 $36.90
Neenah Bright White Cardstock 8.5 x 11 65 lb. 250 Sheets/Pack (91904/92904) • Staples $14.28 1 $14.28
Mr. Sketch Scented Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $9.32 1 $9.32

Materials cost

$145.50

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $13.31

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$200.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$35.46

Total project goal

$236.40

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $236.40

1 Donor

-$100.47

Donations toward project cost

-$100.47

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$118.20

Match offer toward project cost

-$100.47

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.73

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.73

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 $0.00

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