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

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Creating a Supportive Learning Environment: Bookshelves and Flexible Seating

Help me give my students the opportunity to understand and address the diverse needs of their peers by implementing flexible seating and organized bookshelves, fostering empathy, and enhancing their classroom experience

  • 10 donors
  • $435 goal

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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

This initiative is designed to improve both the organization of learning resources and the comfort of students, promoting an environment that supports diverse learning needs and preferences. By engaging with this project, students will gain valuable insights into how a thoughtfully arranged classroom can impact individual experiences and contribute to a more empathetic and inclusive learning atmosphere. Additionally, students will conduct interviews with classmates to gather feedback on how specific seating and bookshelf arrangements impact their learning and comfort. These activities will help students appreciate the diverse needs of their peers and recognize the importance of creating an environment that accommodates everyone. Students will learn to alleviate discomfort and support their peers by actively participating in the design and implementation of the new classroom features. They will work together to assess the current classroom setup, identify areas for improvement, and develop solutions such as adjustable seating options and better-organized bookshelves. Students will be involved in tasks such as selecting and arranging new furniture, designing flexible seating plans, and organizing bookshelves to ensure easy access to learning materials. By addressing these needs, students will gain hands-on experience in creating a more comfortable and efficient learning environment. This process will teach them how thoughtful adjustments can reduce discomfort and improve the overall classroom experience for their peers. The "Creating a Supportive Learning Environment" project aims to foster empathy and compassion among students by involving them in the development of flexible seating and organized bookshelves. Through experiential learning, collaborative problem-solving, and reflective practices, students will gain a deeper understanding of their peers' needs and learn how to create a more inclusive and supportive classroom. Success will be measured through reflective journaling, peer feedback, and teacher observations, ensuring that students not only understand but actively apply their compassion to enhance their learning environment.

Ms. Espinoza Manlio Silva Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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Stockton, CA View local requests

More than half 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

25 students impacted 10donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Toytexx Inc and Design 3 Tier 360° Rotating Stackable Shelves Bookshelf Organizer (White) • Amazon Business $89.99 2 $179.98
ROCEEI 8 Pcs 4 x 2 Feet Fluorescent Light Covers Magnetic Light Cover Classroom Light Filters Fluorescent Light Filters for Ceiling Lights Classroom Office(Night Sky) • Amazon Business $35.99 2 $71.98
OLIXIS Criss Cross Chairs Legged Armless No Wheels Wide Seat Height Adjustable Swivel Rolling Padded Fabric Home Office Desk Seating for Bedroom, Student, Study Room • Amazon Business $54.98 1 $54.98

Materials cost

$306.94

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $28.09

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$369.63

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.23

Total project goal

$434.86

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $434.86

9 Donors

-$351.62

Donations toward project cost

-$310.13

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$41.49

match offer

-$70.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$59.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$10.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$13.24

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 $0.00

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