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Ms. Marina from Los Angeles, CA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Dynamic, Engaging Learning Environment for Students

Help me give my students flexible seating, lighting, and accessories to support comfort, flexibility, and accessibility.

  • 6 donors
  • $875 goal

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My Project

To make my classroom vision a reality, I am seeking your support to provide students with various tools and resources that will enhance their educational experience. This project will help create a classroom where students can engage with their learning in a meaningful way.

In our classroom, we believe that every student learns differently and deserves an environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and comfort.

The flexible seating options will allow students to choose where and how they work. The wave seats are designed to encourage movement, collaboration, and focus, ensuring that every student can find a spot where they feel comfortable and ready to learn. Building with LEGOs is not just fun; it’s an excellent way to support hands-on learning in math, engineering, and creative problem-solving. An organized library is key to fostering a love of reading. The library bins will help sort and store books by genre, theme, or reading level, making it easier for students to find books that interest them. This will encourage independent reading and allow for a more organized and accessible reading space. The vacuum will help us keep our room clean, and the lamps will make our room feel cozy.

Each of these resources will play a crucial role in creating a classroom environment that is dynamic, inclusive, and supportive of all learning styles. Whether it’s the wave seats that promote focus and comfort, the LEGOs that spark creativity and hands-on learning, or the library bins that organize our treasured collection of books, these items will directly contribute to student success. With your help, we can provide students with the tools they need to explore, learn, and grow in a setting that encourages curiosity and fosters a passion for learning.

Thank you for considering supporting this project. Your generous donation will make a lasting impact on the education and well-being of the students in our classroom.

Ms. Marina Short Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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Los Angeles, CA View local requests

More than a third 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

20 students impacted 6donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
SAKRINGT 2 Pack Cordless Table Lamp Rechargeable,5000mAh Battery Operated Portable LED Table Light,Dimming Desk Lamp for Patio/Restaurant/Outdoor • Amazon Business $59.99 3 $179.97
ECR4Kids Wave Seat, 14in - 15.1in Seat Height, Perch Stool, Navy, 2-Pack • Amazon Business $84.99 2 $169.98
Koblenz Contractor Wet/Dry Vac, 6 Gallon Tip-Resistant Tank,5.0HP, Gray+Yellow (WD-6 C212) • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 in x 30 in, White, 30 Sheets/Pad, 4 Pads/Pack, Great for Virtual Teachers and Students (559 VAD 4PK) • Amazon Business $68.93 1 $68.93
LEGO Classic Large Brick Box - 10698 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $67.46 1 $67.46
Sterilite Medium Size Plastic Stackable Storage Organizer Basket Bin for Home Countertops, Kitchen Cabinets, Pantries, Home Offices, White (10 Pack) • Amazon Business $42.99 1 $42.99
Scotch Blue Painter's Masking Tape, Blue, 3" Core, 1" x 60yds. (2090) • Quill.com $6.49 3 $19.47
Scotch Removable Mounting Putty, 2 oz., White (860) • Quill.com $5.89 1 $5.89

Materials cost

$644.68

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $58.99

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$743.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$131.18

Total project goal

$874.52

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $874.52

5 Donors

-$435.06

Donations toward project cost

-$373.55

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$61.51

match offer

-$435.05

Match offer toward project cost

-$369.79

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.26

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

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