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Ms. O'Keefe from Springfield, MA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Organization Skills for Success

Help me give my students storage pouches and bins to keep our classroom organized.

  • $842 goal

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Ms. O'Keefe has another project! Donate to Help Us Shine: Cleaning Supplies for a Healthy Learning Space to help her classroom.

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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

When I was in school, organization wasn’t something explicitly taught in textbooks or lessons. Yet, as an adult, I realize how essential it is for success. Many students struggle with keeping track of materials, and without guidance, they may never develop strong organizational habits.

In my classroom, I want to provide a structured, efficient learning environment where students can easily access what they need.

Storage pouches will help keep small group learning materials organized, making transitions smoother and maximizing instructional time. Larger bins will store math manipulatives and other hands-on resources that aren’t part of the current lesson, keeping our space clutter-free and ensuring students can find materials when needed.

By modeling organization and providing clear systems, I can help students develop lifelong skills they aren’t explicitly taught in school. With your support, I can create a classroom where students not only learn academic content but also gain essential organizational skills that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.

Thank you in advance for helping my students develop this lifelong skill.

Ms. O'Keefe Mary M Walsh Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

40 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sooez 24pcs Super Large Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags, B4 Pencil Pouch Bulk with Label Pocket, Waterproof Organizers for Board Game Storage, File Bags for School, Travel & Office, 15.62x11.2”, 12 Colors • Amazon Business $18.03 8 $144.24
Sterilite 27 Gal Industrial Tote, Stackable Storage Bin with Snap-Fit Lid for Garage, Basement & Attic Storage, Black Base and Yellow Lily Lid, 6-Pack • Amazon Business $118.39 1 $118.39
IRIS USA 27 Gallon Heavy Duty Truck Bed Toolbox Storage Tote Bins with Lids, 4 Pack - Made in USA, Tough Snap On Lid Stackable Industrial Rugged Tubs, Garage Organization, Reusable Box - Black/Red • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Suzile 40 Pcs Plastic Crayon Boxes with Snap Lid Crayon Storage Container Bulk Stackable Transparent Container Case for Classroom Supplies Pen Pencil Craft(Clear, Red, Green, Blue, Orange) • Amazon Business $35.99 2 $71.98
Janisfirst Mesh Zipper Pouch Document Bag, Plastic Zip File Folders,A4 Letter Size Waterproof Document Pouch for Office Supplies, Arts & Crafts Organizing Storage (10 Colors 40 Pack) • Amazon Business $16.04 4 $64.16
IRIS USA Teacher Toolbox Organizer for Classroom, Screw, Hardware Storage Organizer, 26 Drawer Parts Cabinet, 2 Pack, Small Parts, Nuts and Bolts, Tool Organizer Storage, Scrapbook Art Hobby - Black • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
24pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch File Bags Puzzle Storage Bags, A4 13x9 Inches Large Reusable Zipper Pouches for Organizing Classroom Board Game Organization • Amazon Business $14.72 4 $58.88
IRIS USA 4-Tier Heavy Duty Plastic Shelving Unit, 56" Tall - 100lbs per Shelf, Modular Garage Rack Storage Organizer for Home, Basement, Laundry & Utility Room, 18"D x 36"W x 56"H - Black • Amazon Business $54.99 1 $54.99
Marbrasse Desk Organizer, 360-Degree Rotating Pen Holder for Desk, Desk Organizers and Accessories with 5 Compartments Pencil Organizer, Art Supply Storage Box Caddy for Office, Home （Light Blue） • Amazon Business $12.89 1 $12.89
Marbrasse Desk Organizer, 360-Degree Rotating Pen Holder for Desk, Desk Organizers and Accessories with 5 Compartments Pencil Organizer, Art Supply Storage Box Caddy for Office, Home （Orange） • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$675.50

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.13

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$715.63

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$126.29

Total project goal

$841.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $841.92

1 Donor

-$841.92

Donations toward project cost

-$715.63

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$126.29

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