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Mrs. Ohannessian from Mount Vernon, NY is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Organization and Autonomy for Special Needs Scholars!

Help me give my students classroom organizational materials to support my students' executive functioning skills and promote their autonomy.

  • 3 donors
  • $157 goal

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My Project

I am reaching out to seek funding for a classroom project aimed at enhancing the executive functioning skills and fostering the independence of my special needs students. Our school is part of a Title I district, indicating that a significant portion of our student population comes from low-income families. Title I schools receive federal assistance to support students in meeting academic standards, but additional resources are often needed to address specific challenges faced by our students. ​

Executive functioning encompasses essential mental processes such as organization, time management, and task initiation, which are critical for academic success and daily life.

Students with special needs often face unique challenges in developing these skills, which can impact their ability to manage tasks, follow schedules, and maintain focus. To address this, I plan to provide organized classroom materials tailored to their needs, including labeled storage solutions, visual schedules, and task management tools. These resources are designed to create a structured and supportive environment that promotes self-regulation and autonomy. ​

Research indicates that a well-structured classroom environment can significantly improve executive functioning skills, particularly for students with special needs. For instance, visual schedules can help students understand and manage daily events, reducing anxiety and enhancing their ability to transition between tasks. ​

Your generous contribution will directly impact my students by providing them with the necessary tools to develop strong executive functioning skills, leading to improved academic performance and greater independence. Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our classroom and make a meaningful difference in the lives of these young learners.​

Mrs. Ohannessian

Mrs. Ohannessian Edward Williams Elementary School Grades 6-8

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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

30 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Marbrasse Desk Organizer with 3 Drawers, 4-Tier Mesh Desk File Organizer with 5 Vertical File Holders and 3 Drawers, Multifunction Desktop Organizer, Desk Organizers and Accessories for Office (White • Amazon Business $29.69 1 $29.69
SUPEASY Desk Organizers Metal Desk Magazine File Holder with 5 Vertical Compartments Rack File Organizer for Office Desktop, Home Workspace, White Plus • Amazon Business $29.69 1 $29.69
Mount-It! Mesh Computer Monitor Stand Riser [Metal] Desk Organizer with Two Pullout Storage Drawers for Desktop, Laptop, and Printer Accessories and Office Supplies (White) • Amazon Business $27.54 1 $27.54
MyGift 10-Slot Wall-Mounted Metal Office Organizer Dry Erase Marker and Eraser Holder Rack, White • Amazon Business $14.84 1 $14.84

Materials cost

$101.76

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$133.29

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$23.52

Total project goal

$156.81

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $156.81

2 Donors

-$142.69

Donations toward project cost

-$133.29

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.40

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$14.12

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 $0.00

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