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Ms. Mazdra from S. Ozone Park, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating Cozy Corners and Organized Spaces: a New School Library

Help me give my students a place to sit in their new library, with a rug, dry-erase boards, and other supplies for staying organized.

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My Project

Our new elementary school library aims to create an inviting, organized, and interactive learning environment by acquiring a large area rug, supply organizers, and dry erase boards. These items will significantly impact our students' learning experiences.

My goal as the new librarian in a brand new space is to develop a welcoming atmosphere that promotes reading and literacy for my 3K-5th grade students.

The area rug will create a comfortable reading nook, encouraging students to spend more time exploring books and developing a love for reading.

As an organizer myself, I hope to help my students improve their organizational skills and gain individual responsibility. The supply caddies will ensure materials are easily accessible.

Dry-erase boards will facilitate collaborative learning, brainstorming sessions, and interactive lessons. I am hoping to provide a fun way for students to engage and participate in library activities.

The students come from diverse backgrounds, many of which have recently immigrated from abroad. They bring unique perspectives and experiences to our school community. They are eager learners with a natural curiosity about the world around them. For many of them, English is their second language, yet their enthusiasm for learning and resilience in the face of challenges makes them truly special. This project will provide them with the tools and environment they need to thrive academically and socially.

By implementing these additions to our library, I aim to create a space that nurtures my students' love for learning, supports their academic growth, and celebrates their diverse strengths.

Ms. Mazdra PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon Grades PreK-2

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

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. Mazdra

S. Ozone Park, NY View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

425 students impacted 17donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space A Spot for Everyone Classroom Carpet for 30 Kids - 9' x 12' • Lakeshore Learning Materials $549.00 1 $549.00
Fuutreo 2 Pcs Classroom Paper Storage Organizer 18 Slots Sturdy Cardboard Classroom Mailboxes Construction Paper Storage Literature Craft Organizer for Home Office School, 29.5 x 12.4 x 14.2 Inch • Amazon Business $57.99 1 $57.99
Dry Erase Board with Lines for Kids, Ohuhu 40 Pack 9 x 12 Double Sided Whiteboards Set, Including 40 x Lap Board, 40 x Black Markers, 40 x White Boards Eraser for Classroom, Back to School Supplies • Amazon Business $57.49 1 $57.49
EAI Education Classroom Supply Caddies for Classroom, Office and Home, No Sharp Edges, Stackable, 9 1/4" L 9" W 5" H, Assorted Colors, Set of 6 • Amazon Business $43.19 1 $43.19

Materials cost

$707.67

Vendor shipping charges

 $27.45

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$775.74

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$136.90

Total project goal

$912.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $912.64

12 Donors

-$704.99

Donations toward project cost

-$626.99

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$78.00

match offer

-$175.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$148.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$32.65

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 $0.00

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