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Ms. Tomack from New York, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Welcoming Classroom

Help me give my students a warm and inviting classroom for the new school year. This will be the first time many students enter a real classroom in a year and a half and they deserve new items!

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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 Students

Like all good teachers do, we want the best for our students. I currently work as a second grade teacher in New York City. My students come from a melting pot of different backgrounds and socioeconomic status. They are always excited to share any knowledge they have on a topic. As a class they love a good class read aloud and have so many exciting thoughts to share.

Although my students have the ability to be successful, many of them deal with situations that hinder their success.

Unfortunately, many of my students live in shelters and have parents who work all day and night. Many of them come from low socio-economic families.

They come to school wanting to do their best work but lack some of the resources that would get them more excited and engaged with all tasks. The method and environment in which they learn best varies greatly. I try to incorporate a variety of learning strategies, group work, and alternative seating and learning options to ensure that each student's needs are met, right where they are! They are truly a unique and special group.

My Project

In this project, I have requested materials that will support my students and make their classroom space more welcoming. This year many students will enter a classroom for the first time since March 2020. I want my students to feel prepared and welcomed.

The chosen materials will benefit all learners.

The folders will be used to create individual toolkits for different subjects. Students use these to support their learning. The bins will update our classroom library. The other materials will make our space more welcoming. I want to make this school year approachable for all students.

Ms. Tomack PS 51 Elias Howe Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Hommp 4-Pack Black Stackable Plastic Storage Basket/Storage Bin Organizer $19.99 4 $79.96
Better Office Products Black Plastic 2 Pocket Folders with Prongs, Heavyweight, Letter Size Poly Folders, 24 Pack, with 3 Metal Prongs Fastener Clips, Black $23.89 2 $47.78
HIGOGOGO Round Solid Color Floor Pillow, Tufted Meditation Pillow for Seating on Floor Thick Seat Cushion Meditation Cushion for Yoga Living Room Sofa Balcony Outdoor, Black, 22x22 Inch $36.99 1 $36.99
Better Office Products Green Plastic 2 Pocket Folders with Prongs, Heavyweight, Letter Size Poly Folders, 24 Pack, with 3 Metal Prongs Fastener Clips, Green $25.99 1 $25.99
Better Office Products Light Blue Plastic 2 Pocket Folders with Prongs, 24 Pack, Heavyweight, Letter Size Poly Folders with 3 Metal Prongs Fastener Clips, Light Blue $24.99 1 $24.99
URSKYTOUS 60Pcs Animal Pencil Erasers Bulk Kids Japanese Come Apart Puzzle Eraser Toys for Party Favors, Classroom Prizes, Carnival Gifts and School Supplies(Random Designs) $16.98 1 $16.98
Teacher Created Resources Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll, Black - 77314 $15.99 1 $15.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 100-Pack, 8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Letter Size Sheets (TP3854-100) $12.99 1 $12.99
BYTERT Mini Erasers Assortment, 240 Piece Colorful Animal Food Mini Pencil Erasers for Party Favors, Pinata Fillers, School Student Prizes, Home and School Work Rewards $10.99 1 $10.99
Teacher Created Resources 3552 Burlap Scalloped Border Trim $10.61 1 $10.61
JOVITEC 100 Pieces Mini Erasers Assortment, Colorful Cake, Digital and Animal Assorted Eraser Mini Novelty Erasers for Party Favors, Homework Rewards, Gift Filling (Style 2, 100 Pieces) $6.99 1 $6.99
Carson Dellosa Scalloped Bulletin Board Border—Black Rolled Border for Bulletin Boards, Desks, Locker Displays, Homeschool or Classroom Decor (2.25" x 36') $4.99 1 $4.99
Bordette Decorative Border, White, 2-1/4" x 50', 1 Roll $4.49 1 $4.49

Materials cost

$299.74

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$334.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$58.98

Total project goal

$393.22

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $393.22

8 Donors

-$271.61

Donations toward project cost

-$230.87

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$40.74

match offer

-$121.61

Match offer toward project cost

-$103.37

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.24

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