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Ms. Fields from Kansas City, MO is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Classroom That Is Out of This World!

Help me give my students an exceptional learning environment to be curious and explore their dreams!

  • $837 goal

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My Project

Our project aims to transform classrooms into dynamic learning environments by acquiring essential supplies and decorations. The requested items, including whiteboards, colorful posters, comfortable seating, and educational decorations, will significantly impact the learning experience.

Colorful posters and decorations will create a positive, visually stimulating atmosphere, cultivating a love for learning.

Comfortable seating and curated spaces in the classroom will enhance concentration, providing a supportive environment for active participation.

Our primary goal is to inspire creativity, curiosity, and a passion for learning. Specifically, we aim to:

Foster Engagement: Utilize whiteboards and visuals to enhance participation, making lessons interactive and engaging.

Create a Positive Atmosphere: Decorate classrooms to stimulate curiosity, fostering a positive learning environment.

Improve Comfort and Focus: Provide comfortable seating for a focused and supportive space, promoting concentration.

Enhance Educational Experience: Enrich learning with dynamic and visually appealing settings that complement the curriculum, encouraging enthusiasm for exploration.

Our students are exceptional in their diversity, resilience, and eagerness to learn. They bring unique perspectives and experiences, showcasing adaptability and resilience in challenging circumstances.

They possess innate curiosity and a thirst for knowledge, demonstrating a remarkable eagerness to engage with the learning process. Your support will contribute to an environment that recognizes and celebrates their uniqueness, empowering them to become future leaders and contributors to society. Our students are not just learners; they are exceptional individuals, and your support will play a crucial role in unlocking their full potential.

Ms. Fields Troost Communications Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

More about Ms. Fields

Kansas City, MO View local requests

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

350 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Alphabet Circletime Classroom Rug - Oval - 6' W x 9' L • Teachers' School Supply $263.46 1 $263.46
Dry Erase Board White Board for Kids 24x18 inch Art Easel for Kids Magnetic Tripod Whiteboard Art Easel and Flipchart Board with a Height-Adjustable Stand Perfect for Kid • Amazon Business $49.89 1 $49.89
Leinuosen 8 Pack Classroom Paper Trays Hold A4 Paper Toy Handicrafts Colorful Turn in Trays Classroom Storage Baskets Also for Library, Office, Kitchen, Bathroom, Bedroom(Bright Color) • Amazon Business $43.99 1 $43.99
LEEVAN Black and White Checkered Area Rug 3x5 ft Machine Washable Indoor Outdoor Rug Checkerboard Moroccan Rug Front Porch Rug Cotton Welcome Doormat for Balcony/Living Room/Kitchen • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Flagship Carpets Get A Grip Childrens Time Out Children's Classroom or Playroom Carpet, Kids Room or Home Door Mat, Small Area Rug, 30" x 30", Rectangle, Blue • Amazon Business $29.16 1 $29.16
Esme L&H Round Storage Baskets with Lids,Small Storage Baskets Set of 2,Cotton Rope Woven Storage Baskets,Small Decorative Basket, Colorful Rainbow Pompom, Cute Storage Basket, Bins, Box for storage • Amazon Business $25.98 1 $25.98
Celestial Buddies: Little EARTH Buddy 9" Plush Space Fidget Toy • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $25.00 1 $25.00
echosari Battery Powered Star Fairy String Lights, 13.2ft 40 LED Five-Pointed Star String Lights with Timer for Chrismas, Bedroom, Party, Wedding, New Year, Garden Décor (Warm White) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Colorful Classroom Calendar Set Bulletin Board Sets For Teachers - Bulletin Board Calendar For Classroom, School Calendar For Classroom, Classroom Calendar Bulletin Board Set For Classroom Decoration • Amazon Business $19.69 1 $19.69
4 Doodle Data Charts Classroom Incentive Chart for Classroom - Homework Chart for Classroom Reward Chart, Attendance Chart for Classroom Charts, Reward Chart for Kids Behavior Chart for Classroom • Amazon Business $19.67 1 $19.67
6 Colorful Reading Posters For Classroom Library Decorations For School - Reading Posters For Elementary School, Reading Bulletin Board Sets For Classrooms, Reading Corner Decor For Classroom Decor • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
2 Rolls Bulletin Board Borders,100 ft Galaxy Scalloped Borders Trim for Bulletin Boards, Desks, Lockers, Home, School or Classroom Decor (Starry Sky and Outer Space • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Jalousie 24 PCs Sensory Toy Fidget Stress Relief Toy for Adults and Kids - Conform to ASTM Toy Standard Value Bundle - Include Squeeze Balls Stretchy Strings Squishy Toy Puzzle Rubber Stringy Ball • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
22 Pcs 3D Outer Space Honeycomb Classroom Bulletin Board Decorations Set Solar System Cutouts Galaxy Planet Honeycomb School Decor Supplies Planet Cutouts for Kids Room Solar System Party Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
24 Pcs Carpet Standing Dot Spot Carpet Spots for Classroom, Carpet Dot Spot Markers with Hook and Loop Adhesion, Colorful Carpet Circles Floor Dots, Ideal for Kindergarten and School • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
4 PCS Space Themed Bedroom Decor Inspirational Wall Art Decor Motivational Hanging Plaque Sign Outer Space Room Decor Outer Space Nursery Decor for Boys Kids Playroom Classroom Decor (Blue) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Solar System Poster Science Banner Large Educational Kids Space Banner Poster Background Classroom Planetary Poster for Kids Classroom Bedroom Wall Art Educational Decorations, 70.9 x 15.7 Inch • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79
Harloon 56 Pcs Outer Space Alphabet Number Bulletin Board Galaxy Letters Classroom Decorations Space ABC Number Lines for Classroom Wall Educational Cards for Teacher Kids Preschool Kindergarten • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Pack of 50 Outer Space Nameplates for Student Desks Name Tags for Classroom Cubbies 3.4 x 12.2 inches • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$637.08

Vendor shipping charges

$33.98

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$710.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$125.40

Total project goal

$836.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$836.02

4 Donors

-$755.62

Donations toward project cost

-$710.62

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$45.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$80.40

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$0.00

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