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Mrs. Saletto from Henrico, VA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Saletto's classroom raised $839

Visible Voices: Empowering Students Through Front-Facing Discovery

Help me give my students clear display boxes is to transform our library from a collection of shelves into an inviting, accessible world of discovery.

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Mrs. Saletto Montrose Elementary School
Henrico, VA Grades 3-5

My Project

The primary objective for requesting these clear display boxes is to transform our library from a collection of shelves into an inviting, accessible world of discovery. For many of our students, especially those who struggle with reading or are still building their confidence, a wall of thin book spines can feel like a barrier rather than an invitation. By utilizing transparent bins to display books face-out, we replace that intimidation with the vibrant, welcoming faces of familiar characters and the exciting imagery of the natural world. This simple shift in perspective allows a child to walk into the room and immediately see a "friend" on the shelf, sparking an instant connection that text alone might not provide.

These clear boxes are more than just organizational tools; they are a bridge to independence for our most vulnerable readers.

When a student can easily spot a graphic or a beloved series lead through the front of a bin, it removes the frustration of the search and replaces it with the joy of find. This visual accessibility levels the playing field, allowing students to choose books based on their genuine interests rather than their decoding speed. By investing in these displays, we are telling our students that their path to literacy should be filled with excitement and ease, ensuring that every child—regardless of their reading level—can feel the pride of successfully choosing their own next adventure.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

350 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Saletto Montrose Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Henrico, VA 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

350 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ClearSpace Clear Plastic Storage Bins – XL 8 Pack Perfect Kitchen or Pantry Organization Fridge Organizer and Storage Bins, Cabinet Organizers • Amazon Business $86.99 5 $434.95
ClearSpace Clear Plastic Storage Bins – Perfect Kitchen Organization and Storage or Pantry Storage – Fridge Organizer, Pantry Organization and Clear Storage Bins, Cabinet Organizers • Amazon Business $47.49 5 $237.45

Materials cost

$672.40

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.09

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$712.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$125.73

Total project goal

$838.22

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $838.22

1 Donor

-$838.22

Donations toward project cost

-$712.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$125.73

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 $0.00

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