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Ms. Acosta from Las Vegas, NV is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Better Learning Envrionment

Help me give my students items that will help improve their learning environment.

  • $676 goal

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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

A standing desk for a student offers an alternative seating option that can enhance their comfort and attentiveness. It encourages movement, reduces sedentary behavior, and can be particularly beneficial for students who benefit from a change in posture. This promotes an environment that caters to diverse learning needs. The bookcase provides a structured and easily accessible storage solution for educational materials, textbooks, and resources. It promotes organization and tidiness, making it simpler for both teachers and students to locate the materials they need. An organized classroom environment fosters a conducive atmosphere for learning. An automatic stapler and paper cutter simplifies administrative tasks, making it easier to compile assignments, handouts, and projects. These time-saving tools enhance efficiency, allowing the teacher to focus on teaching and interacting with students, rather than manual paperwork. Destressing toys, such as fidget spinners, stress balls, or sensory gadgets, can offer students a healthy outlet for stress and anxiety. They provide an opportunity for relaxation and concentration, potentially improving focus and classroom behavior.

By incorporating these elements into my classroom, I can create an environment that caters to both the physical and emotional needs of students, fostering a more organized, efficient, and stress-free learning experience.

Ms. Acosta Tyrone Thompson Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

32 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids 3S Mobile Desk, Sit Stand and Store, Adjustable, Open Front Desk, Grey • Amazon Business $199.99 1 $199.99
Bush Furniture Universal Small 2 Shelf Bookcase in White, Low Bookshelf for Home Office or Living Room • Amazon Business $105.17 1 $105.17
Who Would Win Complete Collection | 25 Books | Book Series Kids • Amazon Business $67.00 1 $67.00
Lakeshore Fidget Poppers - Set of 4 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 2 $39.98
AUKYO Astronaut Starry Projector 360° Adjustable Galaxy Projector Light with Remote Control Spaceman Night Light ​Suitable for Gaming Room, Home Theater, Kids Adult Bedroom, Birthday, Valentine's Day • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Electric Stapler, Automatic Stapler for Desk, Electric Stapler Desktop, AC or Battery Powered Stapler Heavy Duty, with Reload Reminder & Release Button, 25 Sheets Capacity, Black • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Swingline Paper Cutter, Guillotine Trimmer, 12" Cut Length, 10 Sheet Capacity, ClassicCut Lite (9312) • Amazon Business $27.95 1 $27.95
hand2mind Sensory Fidget Tubes, Calming Toys for Kids, Occupational Therapy Toys, Play Therapy, Stress Relief Toy, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Calm Down Corner Supplies (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $21.89 1 $21.89
60PCS Rubber Ducks Bath Toys Mini Ducks Float and Fun Squeak for Baby Kids Bath Toy Shower Decorations Birthday Party Carnival Game Gift • Amazon Business $8.88 1 $8.88

Materials cost

$535.84

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$573.88

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$101.27

Total project goal

$675.15

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $675.15

1 Donor

-$675.15

Donations toward project cost

-$573.88

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$101.27

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 $0.00

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