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Ms. McGrellis from Brooklyn, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Brooklyn Classroom Needs Some Help!

Help me give my students a print-rich, comfortable classroom where they have access to resources that will help them become life-long learners.

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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 Students

I teach at a Title 1 public school in the community of Bushwick in Brooklyn, NY. This school gives students of different cultures, socio-economic statuses, and backgrounds the opportunity to learn and thrive using project-based learning and technology. They are hard-working, creative, and thoughtful kiddos who deserve a print-rich, comfortable space to read and continue to develop a love of literacy.

My Project

Classroom libraries are a place where students can “leave” their class, their home, their City, and travel the World. Creating a safe, comfortable space in my classroom where students can relax with a good book and let their imaginations run wild is so important. The best way to increase reading ability is for students to have access to books they enjoy and READ as often as possible. With your donation, I’ll be able to create a print-rich, comfortable space for my second graders to become avid readers and life-long learners. This will include flexible seating options, book bins, folders, and writing resources. These resources will help students be active, engaged readers and allow them to have a creative space within our classroom. In addition to creating a reading environment, I'd love for my students to have access to hands-on math materials. Your donation will help purchase math manipulatives including base ten blocks, whiteboards and markers, rulers, dice, counters, and connecting cubes. These materials will help make abstract ideas more concrete and lift math out of a textbook or workbook. Manipulatives build students' confidence by giving them a way to test and confirm their reasoning and are useful tools for solving problems.

Ms. McGrellis PS 376 Felisa Rincon De Gautier Grades PreK-2

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.

More about Ms. McGrellis

Brooklyn, NY View local requests

More than half 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 26donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cali Paddle Out Sack Bean Bag Chair, Dirt-Resistant Coated Oxford Fabric, Flexible Seating for Kids, Teens, Adults, Furniture for Bedrooms, Dorm Rooms, Classrooms - Aqua (2-Pack) • Amazon Business $105.25 1 $105.25
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on Teachers Pay Teachers • Teachers Pay Teachers $100.00 1 $100.00
Really Good Stuff Multi-Purpose Plastic Storage Baskets for Classroom or Home Use - Stackable Mesh Plastic Baskets with Grip Handles 13" x 10" (Water - Set of 12) • Amazon Business $75.88 1 $75.88
SoftScape 15 inch Round Floor Cushions with Handles; Flexible Seating for in-Home Distance Learning, Daycare, Preschool, Classroom; 2 inch Thick Deluxe Foam (6-Piece) - Contemporary • Amazon Business $64.99 1 $64.99
Norwood Commercial Furniture - NOR-1101AC-SO - Assorted Color Stacking Stools - Stackable Stools for Kids and Adults - Flexible Seating for Home, Office, Classrooms - Plastic/Metal 17.75" (Pack of 5) • Amazon Business $62.60 1 $62.60
Holawakaka Shaggy Fluffy Faux Fur Area Rug for Bedroom Sofa Living Room Home Decor Multi-Color Rectangle Tie Dye Floor Mat Ultra-Soft Plush Fuzzy Rugs Carpet (5x8 feet, Blue Purple) • Amazon Business $56.99 1 $56.99
Board Geeks Dry Erase Lapboard 9 x 12 inch Large 25 Pack double-sided Whiteboard - White boards set great for Teachers, Students, Children, Classroom and school supplies for kids • Amazon Business $44.95 1 $44.95
SUPERJARE Updated File Box for Hanging Files, Set of 2, Storage Office Box with 60 lbs Weight Capacity, Durable MDF Board & Linen Fabric, File Storage Organizer for Letter/Legal - Grey • Amazon Business $37.95 1 $37.95
Really Good Stuff Plastic Desktop Paper Storage Baskets for Classroom or Home Use – Plastic Mesh Baskets in Neutral Colors – 14.25” x 10” – (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $30.44 1 $30.44
Really Good Stuff Plastic Desktop Paper Storage Baskets for Classroom or Home Use – Plastic Mesh Baskets in Neutral Colors – 14.25” x 10” – (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $30.44 1 $30.44
Arteza Dry Erase Markers, Bulk Pack of 52 (with Fine Tip), Black Color with Low-Odor Ink, Whiteboard Pens, Office Supplies for School, Office, or Home • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Gamenote Dry Erase Pockets 30 Pack with Rings - Oversized Reusable Plastic Sleeves Shop Ticket Holders Sheet Protectors Teacher Supplies for Classroom Organization (Colorful) • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
SUNEE 30 Packs Oversized Reusable Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves with 2 Rings, 10 Assorted Colors 10x14 Ticket Holders, Clear Plastic Sheet Protectors, Teacher School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Dry Erase White Board, 16"X12" Large Magnetic Desktop Whiteboard with Stand, 10 Markers, 4 Magnets, 1 Eraser, Portable Double-Sided White Board Easel for Kids Memo to Do List Desk School • Amazon Business $24.96 1 $24.96
Torlam 135 PCS Magnetic Base Ten Blocks - Place Value Blocks -Math Manipulatives K-3 for Elementary Classroom, Number Blocks, Math Counters, Counting Cubes for Kids Math, Base 10 for 1st 2nd 3rd Grade • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Simply magic 131 PCS Base Ten Blocks for Math - Place Value Blocks, Base 10 Math Manipulatives K-3, Math Counters, Number Blocks, Math Cubes for Kids, Counting Blocks - Kindergarten 1st 2nd 3rd Grade • Amazon Business $23.97 1 $23.97
Small Dry Erase White Board - 12" x 16" Double Sided Desktop Whiteboard Small Dry Erase White Board for Kids Drawing, Mini Foldable Magnetic Whiteboard for Students, for School, Office, and Home. • Amazon Business $21.97 1 $21.97
JoyNote Classroom Magnetic Letters Kit 234 Pcs with Double-Side Magnet Board - Foam Alphabet Letters for Kids Spelling and Learning • Amazon Business $20.88 1 $20.88
Deluxe Large 2.25" EVA Foam Dice (Pack of 12) with Bonus Matty's Toy Stop Storage Bag • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Adhesive Magnets for Crafts - 100 PCs Flexible Round Magnets with Adhesive Backing - Small Sticky Magnets - Magnetic Dots with Adhesive Back are Alternative to Magnetic Tape, Stickers and Strip • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Learning Resources MathLink Cubes, Back to School Activities, Homeschool, Classroom Games for Teachers, Educational Counting Toy, Math Cubes, Linking Cubes, Early Math Skills, Math Manipulatives, Set of 100 Cubes, STEM toys, Ages 5+ • Amazon Business $9.93 2 $19.86
Learning Resources MathLink Cubes, Back to School Activities, Homeschool, Classroom Games for Teachers, Educational Counting Toy, Math Cubes, Linking Cubes, Early Math Skills, Math Manipulatives, Set of 100 Cubes, STEM toys, Ages 5+ • Amazon Business $9.93 2 $19.86
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3x3 in, 24 Pads, 2x the Sticking Power, Rio de Janeiro Collection, Bright Colors (Orange, Pink, Blue, Green), Recyclable (654-24SSAU-CP) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Didax Educational Resources Base Ten Place Value Frame • Amazon Business $16.28 1 $16.28
Mini Dry Erase Erasers, IHPUKIDI 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers Chalkboard Cleaner Wiper for Kids and Classroom Teacher Supplies, Home and Office (2 x 2 Inch) Green • Amazon Business $15.19 1 $15.19
Mini Dry Erase Erasers, IHPUKIDI 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers Chalkboard Cleaner Wiper for Kids and Classroom Teacher Supplies, Home and Office (2 x 2 Inch) Green • Amazon Business $15.19 1 $15.19
Multicolored Wooden Clips Push Pins Clips Pushpin Tacks Wooden Crafts Pins for Cork Boards Crafts Arts Projects Photo Supplies (60) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Learning Resources Reading Comprehension Cubes, 6 Colored Foam Cubes, Ages 6+, Multi-color, 1-5/8 L x 1-5/8 W in • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
EZlifego Double Sided Tape Heavy Duty(16.5FT/5M)，Multipurpose Wall Tape Adhesive Strips Removable Mounting Tape,Washable Strong Sticky Transparent Tape Gel Poster Carpet Tape for Paste Items,Household • Amazon Business $12.89 1 $12.89
Place Value Bingo Game • Amazon Business $12.34 1 $12.34
Colorful Dry Erase Dots Circles Whiteboard Marker Removable Vinyl Stickers Spots Wall Decals for School Classroom Teachers Students Table & Desk (8 Pack) • Amazon Business $11.68 1 $11.68
Command Small Wire Hooks, 16-Hooks, 24-Strips, Organize Damage-Free • Amazon Business $11.67 1 $11.67
EAI Education Math Stacks Place Value Game: Grades 1-2 • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
EZlifego Double Sided Tape Heavy Duty (9.85FT), Multipurpose Removable Mounting Tape Adhesive Grip,Washable Strong Sticky Wall Tape Strips Transparent Tape Poster Carpet Tape for Paste Items,Household • Amazon Business $10.89 1 $10.89
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens | Medium Point 0.7 Millimeter Marker Pens | School Supplies for Teachers & Students | Assorted Colors, 12 Count • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
hand2mind Foam Two-Color Counters for Kids Ages 5-8, Math Supplies for Early Math Learners, Math Manipulatives for Counting, Grouping, and Bingo Chips, Homeschool Supplies (Pack of 200) • Amazon Business $9.15 1 $9.15
Chalkboard Paper - Blackboard Vinyl Paper Removable Bulletin Wall Sticker, Giveaway of Free: 1 White Chalk Marker Pen + 5 Colorful Chalks - 17.3" W x 78.7" L • Amazon Business $7.82 1 $7.82

Materials cost

$1,072.95

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.99

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$16.09

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,125.03

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$198.53

Total project goal

$1,323.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,323.56

17 Donors

-$1,164.74

Donations toward project cost

-$997.53

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$167.21

Matching donations from our partners

-$150.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$127.50

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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