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Mrs. Weixelman from Wichita, KS is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Welcoming Classroom: Organization and Celebration

Help me give my students resources to celebrate students' birthdays, organizational tools, and materials to create a welcoming classroom environment.

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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

My students are an incredible group of bright, eager, and diverse learners who thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment. The Birthday Pencils, Rolling Storage Cart, Thermal Laminator, Magnetic Anchor Chart Holder and other resources I am requesting will significantly impact their learning experience by making each student feel valued through birthday celebrations, creating a structured and efficient learning space with organizational tools, and fostering a welcoming and visually appealing classroom atmosphere. My goals are to celebrate individuality, enhance organization, and create a warm and inviting environment that reduces anxiety and increases engagement. These students are special because of their unique perspectives, collaborative spirit, and resilience, and these resources will help them reach their full potential.

Mrs. Weixelman
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Musgrave Pencil Co. Birthday Pencils with Top Erasers, Set of 36 - Wood - Durability • School Specialty $35.02 3 $105.06
Honey-Can-Do Rolling Storage Cart and Organizer with 12 Plastic Drawers • Amazon Business $95.95 1 $95.95
Scotch Brand Scotch TL906 Thermal Laminator, Never Jam Technology Automatically Prevents Misfed Items, 2 Roller System , 9 inch (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $66.06 1 $66.06
YYST 29" (74CM) Magnetic Anchor Chart Holder Adjustable Magnetic Date Cards Holder Calendar Holder for Kids Crafts, Classroom Calendar, Classroom Decor W O Rings • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Confetti Circles Die-Cut Border Trim • Amazon Business $13.19 3 $39.57
Sweetzer & Orange Happy Birthday Postcards Pack (60 Post Cards) 4x6” Postcards for Kids and Adults. 300gsm Note Cards. Happy Birthday Cards Assortment Greeting Cards. Blank Birthday Cards • Amazon Business $9.69 4 $38.76
Teacher Created Resources Better Than Paper Roll 4' x 12' White Wood (TCR77366) • Staples $14.77 2 $29.54
Pentel EnerGel RTX Gel Pens, Medium Point, Assorted Ink, Dozen (BL77BP12M) • Quill.com $20.90 1 $20.90
MyGift Rustic Torched Wood Magnetic Dry Erase Marker Holder for Whiteboard Accessories Organizer Bins, Set of 3 • Amazon Business $20.68 1 $20.68
Sharpie S-Gel Retractable Gel Pen Medium Point Black Ink Dozen (2096159) • Staples $14.69 1 $14.69
Math Stickers Decals[100Pack], Math Stickers for Students Kids Women Men Mathematicians, Math Related Stickers for Laptop Water Bottle Bumper Luggage Computer Skateboard Snowboard, Gifts for Math Nerd,Math Lovers,Math Teachers,Students • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
Teacher Planner 2024-2025 - Weekly & Monthly Lesson Plan Book, July 2024 - June 2025, 8" x 10", Academic Planner with Twin-Wire Binding for Teachers - Apple • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98

Materials cost

$494.15

Vendor shipping charges

 $10.51

Sales tax

 $34.84

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.41

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$576.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$101.81

Total project goal

$678.72

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

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