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Ms. Wells from Gilbert, AZ is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Welcoming Environment

Help me give my students the feeling of home and comfort in the environment they spend a lot of time in.

  • $280 goal

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My Project

In our classroom, I aim to cultivate a warm and inviting atmosphere that feels like a second home for my students. Research shows that a comfortable learning environment positively impacts student engagement and academic success. I am seeking your support to enhance our classroom space with elements that add a touch of home life and make learning more enjoyable.

Your generous support will directly impact my students by transforming our classroom into a place where they feel valued and inspired to learn.

A welcoming environment with touches of home life will enhance their overall well-being, foster a sense of belonging, and promote positive learning outcomes. Together, we can create a space where every student feels excited to come to school and engage in their education.

Thank you for considering my DonorsChoose project. Together, we can transform our classroom into a welcoming space where students thrive academically and emotionally. Your contribution, no matter the size, will make a significant difference in the lives of my students. Let’s create a learning environment that feels like home!

Ms. Wells San Tan Charter School - Recker Grades PreK-2

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Gilbert, AZ View local requests 16 students impacted 9donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
DONREN Christmas Hunter Green Curtain Tiers for Small Window - Mini Dark Green Blackout Curtains for Bedroom with Rod Pocket (42 Inch x 30 Inch,2 Panels) • Amazon Business $17.98 4 $71.92
GOmaize Front Loading Black Picture Frame 5x7 Set of 10 Wall and Table Mounting • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98
Amazon Basics 1-Inch Curtain Rod with Round Finials, 2-Pack, 36" to 72", Black • Amazon Business $28.01 1 $28.01
FlyDOIT Round Area Rugs for Bedroom Living Room, 4x4 Black Super Soft Comfy Thickened Memory-Foam Indoor Circle Carpet, Modern Aesthetic Minimalist Carpet for Boys Girls Adults Nursery Home Décor • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Ritz Accent Rug, 20-Inch by 36-Inch, Black • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99

Materials cost

$177.89

Vendor shipping charges

$13.98

Sales tax

$12.72

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$237.26

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$41.87

Total project goal

$279.13

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$279.13

7 Donors

-$236.57

Donations toward project cost

-$202.58

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.99

match offer

-$40.80

Match offer toward project cost

-$34.68

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.12

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.76

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$0.00

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