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Ms. Hemphill from North Little Rock AR is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help me give my students an alternative learning environment with an outdoor classroom

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This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

In the realm of education, innovation often comes from breaking free of traditional confines. As we look towards the future of learning, one concept stands out as both timeless and transformative: outdoor classrooms. These spaces, where nature becomes our backdrop and the open air our ceiling, hold immense potential for enriching the educational experience. However, to fully unlock this potential, we need your support.

Imagine a classroom where the walls dissolve into trees, where the chirping of birds accompanies the lesson, and where the breeze carries with it a sense of freedom and inspiration.

This is the vision we aim to realize with our project to acquire picnic tables for our outdoor classroom. These tables will serve as the foundation for countless learning experiences, providing a comfortable and functional space for students to engage with the natural world.

The importance of outdoor learning cannot be overstated. Research has shown that exposure to nature not only enhances academic performance but also fosters creativity, improves mental well-being, and instills a lifelong appreciation for the environment. By taking our lessons outdoors, we transcend the confines of the traditional classroom and tap into the boundless resources of the world around us.

Our amazing students are at the heart of this endeavor. Each day, they arrive eager to learn, their curiosity shining bright like the sun above. They deserve an educational experience that nurtures their potential and encourages them to explore, question, and grow. With your generous donations, we can provide them with the tools they need to thrive in an outdoor classroom that sparks their imagination and fuels their passion for learning.

Ms. Hemphill
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ROOMTEC 6 Person Wooden Picnic Benches, Outdoor Round Table with Umbrella Hold Design for Patio, Backyard, Garden, Adults and Kids, 1720lb Capacity, Brown 1 • Amazon Business $158.95 1 $158.95
ROOMTEC 6 Person Wooden Picnic Benches, Outdoor Round Table with Umbrella Hold Design for Patio, Backyard, Garden, Adults and Kids, 1720lb Capacity, Brown 1 • Amazon Business $158.95 1 $158.95

Materials cost

$317.90

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $26.23

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.77

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$378.90

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$66.86

Total project goal

$445.76

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 $445.76

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