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Ms. Gregg from Summerville, SC is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Literacy Horizons: The Bookshelf Project

Help me give my students brand new bookshelves to help hold our classroom library! My current bookshelves are broken and in dire need of replacement. Your donation will make a difference!

  • $623 goal

This project expired on July 10, 2024.

This project expired on July 10, 2024.

My Project

Our classroom is in dire need of new bookshelves to accommodate our growing library and enhance our students' learning experiences. With your support, we aim to create an inviting and accessible reading space that fosters a love for literature and supports literacy development. These new bookshelves will not only organize our collection but also inspire curiosity, promote collaboration, and expand the diversity of voices represented in our classroom library.

The acquisition of new bookshelves will directly impact our students' learning by improving accessibility, engagement, and collaboration.

With ample shelf space, students will be able to easily locate and explore books of interest, fostering independent reading and research. Additionally, a well-organized and visually appealing library environment will encourage curiosity and exploration, promoting deeper engagement with literature and nurturing a lifelong love for reading. Through collaborative reading activities and discussions facilitated by our revitalized classroom library, students will develop critical thinking and communication skills while building a sense of community and shared learning experiences.

Our students are incredibly diverse in their backgrounds, interests, and learning styles, but they all share a common desire to learn and grow. They are creative, curious, and resilient, facing challenges with determination and a positive attitude. By investing in their education and providing them with the tools they need to succeed, we can empower our students to reach their full potential and become confident, lifelong learners.

Ms. Gregg Alston Middle School Grades 6-8

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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Summerville, SC View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

115 students impacted

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
LVB Black Horizontal Bookshelf, Modern Cube Storage Organizer Bookcase, Industrial Wide Long Wood Metal Book Shelf, Farmhouse Low Large Cube Shelf for Office Home Bedroom Living Room, Black Oak, 63 In • Amazon Business $229.94 2 $459.88

Materials cost

$459.88

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $32.42

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.90

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$529.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$93.39

Total project goal

$622.59

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