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Ms. Joann Detelj from Bronx, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creative Decor and Organizational Tools for Third Grade

Help me give my students peel and stick wall paper, decorations and a new chart stand with pocket charts.

  • 3 donors
  • $841 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Ms. Joann Detelj has another project! Donate to Growing Minds: Bringing Hydroponics and Air Plants to Our Classroom! to help her classroom.

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Help Ms. Joann Detelj

Ms. Joann Detelj has another project! Donate to Growing Minds: Bringing Hydroponics and Air Plants to Our Classroom! to help her classroom.

$275 - complete this project and be a hero

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

As a third-grade teacher, my goal is to create a classroom environment that inspires creativity, fosters a love for learning, and makes each student feel welcome and supported. My classroom is a place where young minds are excited to learn, but the atmosphere plays a huge role in shaping their educational experience. That's why I’m seeking your help to transform our classroom into a vibrant, Boho-inspired space with functional, stylish décor and helpful organizational tools!

A bright and welcoming space is essential for motivating students and creating a positive environment.

The Boho style—with its warm colors, cozy textures, and eclectic, earthy designs—will help set a relaxed, creative tone in our classroom.

Organization and visual learning tools are key in a third-grade classroom. I’m hoping to add chart stands with pocket charts to display daily lessons, schedules, and learning goals. These charts will be used to help students follow along with the lessons, work on reading and math skills, and provide a visual structure to keep our classroom organized. The pocket charts will allow us to interact with the material and make learning more engaging.

Creating a comfortable and engaging learning space is essential for my third graders. Students thrive when they feel inspired and supported, and by decorating our classroom with boho-inspired elements and adding organizational tools like chart stands, I can provide them with a space that’s both functional and motivating. These improvements will not only enhance their academic experience but will also nurture their creativity and sense of belonging.

This transformation will encourage students to take ownership of their classroom and embrace learning in a space that feels like home—a space where every student can feel excited and supported to do their best work!

Ms. Joann Detelj PS 146 Edward J Collins 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.

More about Ms. Joann Detelj

Bronx, NY View local requests

Nearly all 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

24 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Guvana 17.3"×472" Brick Self Adhesive Wallpaper Grey Brick Peel and Stick Wallpaper Brick Contact Paper Removable DIY Wallpaper Faux Brick Tuxtured Vintage Wallpaper for Kitchen Wall Decor • Amazon Business $35.99 8 $287.92
CiCiwind 17.7"x197"Pink/Teal Peel and Stick Wallpaper Removable Self-Adhesive Wallpaper Fun Colorful Wall Paper Cute Contact Paper Decoral Walls Covering Cabinets Waterproof Easy to Clean • Amazon Business $13.99 10 $139.90
Pacon Adjustable Chart Stand, 48 to 78 x 42 to 77 Inches, Chrome/Black - Rubber - Heavy Duty • School Specialty $69.97 1 $69.97
6 Pockets Storage Pocket Chart for Classroom Small Group Management, Champs Chart, Poster, Vision Board Clip Art Book Display, Drawing, Classroom Grouping Organization and Storage (Black) • Amazon Business $14.24 2 $28.48
AnyDesign 80Ft Boho Bulletin Board Borders Colorful Boho Rainbow Flower Trim Borders Groovy Retro Bulletin Board Stickers for Back to School Classroom Office Boho Party Decoration • Amazon Business $13.98 2 $27.96
Fadeless Art Paper - 24" x 60 ft, Pink • Blick Art Materials $13.10 2 $26.20
Tropical Wall Decals Palm Leaf Wall Stickers for Living Room, Green Plants Wall Decor Posters Vinyl Peel and Stick Art Murals for Bedroom Nursery Office • Amazon Business $10.98 2 $21.96
Leaf Wall Decals Monstera Leaf Tropical Plants Wall Stickers for Living Room, Palm Leaf Wall Posters Natural Green Plants Art Murals Vinyl Wallpaper for Bedroom Nursery Office • Amazon Business $9.98 2 $19.96
Eamay Boho Calendar Pocket Chart with 90 Cards for Kids Learning,Classroom and Home School Décor,Black • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Godery Boho Theme Daily Schedule Pocket Chart Set Decorate Your Classroom or Home for pre-Kindergarten to Grade 6, Black • Amazon Business $11.59 1 $11.59
Arawat Wall Stickers & Murals Tree Wall Decals Peel and Stick Cherry Blossom Wall Stickers for Bedroom Living Room Bathroom Kitchen Flower Bird Tree Wall Decals Art Decor Boho Decorative Wall Stickers • Amazon Business $8.48 1 $8.48

Materials cost

$657.41

Vendor shipping charges

 $16.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$714.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$126.04

Total project goal

$840.26

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $840.26

2 Donors

-$834.38

Donations toward project cost

-$709.97

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$124.41

match offer

-$5.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$4.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.88

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 $0.00

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