Ms. Tatarka's Classroom Edit display name

Past projects 31

• Snacks for Success

  Funded Jan 8, 2024

  I can not thank you enough for your kindness and generosity. So many times I’m rummaging through our back closet looking for snacks with a hungry little one looking and hoping to score a yummy treat.

  Thanks to you our back closet will be full and so will all the little bellies in my class!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Tatarka

  This classroom project was brought to life by LOFT and 4 other donors.

• Second Grade, Here We Come

  Funded Sep 29, 2022

  I am beyond great full for the generosity shown toward my students. This is my first year teaching 2nd grade and I love it.

  The snacks are necessary! My second graders are growing quick and need nourishment throughout the day. The will be so happy with the snacks. They also love flexible seating. The surf desk stand will greatly help with organization.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Tatarka

  This classroom project was brought to life by Kleenex® Brand and 2 other donors.

• Home Sweet Home

  Funded Sep 3, 2021

  What fun we had with our wireless doorbell! Each week we picked a new sound, and we had some pretty unique ones to choose from. We used the different chimes as a attention grabber. It was a great way to add some silliness into our day.

  Added to the fun was a beautiful classroom. I wasn't sure how the table skirts used as curtains would turn out. They came out awesome. The room went from cold and impersonal to warm and inviting.

  You can tell right away when you walk in to a Donors Choose class. It has a special feel. Thank you for being a special part of our day.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Tatarka

  This classroom project was brought to life by Explanation Kids and 4 other donors.

• Home Sweet School

  Funded May 11, 2020

  Words can not describe the feeling of walking into a Donors Choose classroom. It feels great to have a beautiful classroom. A place that students feel proud to call their own. Thank you for being a part of that and making it happen!

  We spend so many hours in our class. When it is inviting, calming and smells good, it makes the day that much better.

  It was so cute when the students walked in the room and said, 'wow'. They loved the pretty colors and texture on the bulletin board. It matched the curtains, made from table skirts, and rug in our meeting area.

  Thank you once again for making children feel loved and valued.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Tatarka

  This classroom project was brought to life by SONIC Drive-In and 4 other donors.

• I Can Express Myself!

  Funded May 27, 2021

  Thank you for giving children the gift of feeling accepted. Having books and decorations that represent all children is so special.

  I am able to display books in our library that are positive and inspirational. My students know that they can do wonderful things in life and that they are worth it. They can also see many people represented in literature.

  Not only is our library beautiful but the class is also decorated. Inspirational posters and art are displayed through the classroom.

  Thank you for giving children a positive atmosphere and inspiring them to believe in themselves.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Tatarka

  This classroom project was brought to life by Born This Way Foundation and 5 other donors.

• Digital Resources

  Funded Oct 22, 2020

  I cannot tell you what a pleasure it was to have access to online resources that were much needed to teach throughout the pandemic. It was challenging to change the format and teaching platforms we were used before Covid.

  With the EDU breakout room and the teachers pay teachers gift cards I was able to adapt my lessons for remote teaching.

  The kids enjoyed the interactive games I was able to purchase. This helped to make their day more enjoyable while they were addressing the standards needed .

  The EDU breakout was a special treat for the children. They were able to work interactively from their homes, but still as a team. During a lonely time of quarantine this enable them to feel a little closer. Thank you so much for your generous donations to my classroom.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Tatarka

  This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Donor and 4 other donors.

• I See Me

  Funded Jul 15, 2021

  I am finally back in the classroom!!

  It felt amazing to set up my room and make it extra special with all of the materials donated.

  Classrooms look different this year. The physical set up is different, no more groups or reading nooks for now. But, even with this change I was able to create a warm, inviting and loving classroom environment.

  When the students walked in the room this year, and many of them have not been in a classroom for a year and a half, the look on their faces were priceless. They loved the decorations the set up and the warm cozy feeling. This is all thanks to you and your generous donations. Thank you for believing in my students and believing in me.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Tatarka

  This classroom project was brought to life by Born This Way Foundation and 4 other donors.

• Pallets of Books!

  Funded Sep 13, 2021

  What a way to wake up on my first day of school!

  I can’t wait to get a gigantic pallet of books. My wish is that every student in my school will get to choose a book to keep.

  It will be like a Scholastic Book Fair…but with free books 📚. No student will have to worry that they don’t have money to get a book. Thank you for such a wonderful gift.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Tatarka

  This classroom project was brought to life by Dollar General Literacy Foundation and 2 other donors.

• All Things Sticky and Fun!

  Funded Sep 10, 2021

  I am super excited for my students to receive the items in this project! I can’t wait to open an awesome sticker station and have the students decorate the center.

  Social distancing can be scary, but with the fun tape and markers, we will make it pretty and fun.

  Thank you for donating to my class and believing in all students.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Tatarka

  This classroom project was brought to life by Osmo and one other donor.

• Keep US Organized & Working!

  Funded Aug 12, 2021

  Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

  It is going to be quite a transition back to in person school. More then ever students will need extra support. Due to your generosity my students will be well equipped. They will have special zipper bags to keep their belongings organized and clean. The rest of the items will help students with technology and focusing.

  Thank you for believing in my students 💖”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Tatarka

  This classroom project was brought to life by Bill Gates and 6 other donors.