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Ms. Cuni from Miami, FL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Education: Launching Our First Year Together

Help me give my students essential classroom resources for my first year teaching.

  • $1,131 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Ms. Cuni has another project! Donate to Unleashing Creativity: Art Supplies for Inspired Learning to help her classroom.

$237 - complete this project and be a hero
Help Ms. Cuni

Ms. Cuni has another project! Donate to Unleashing Creativity: Art Supplies for Inspired Learning to help her classroom.

$237 - 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

The requested items will significantly enhance my students' learning:

1.

**Pencils and Crayons:** Essential for creative expression and fine motor skills development, these tools facilitate writing and artistic exploration.

2. **Flexible Seating:** Offering options like bean bags and floor cushions creates a comfortable, inclusive space, enhancing focus, engagement, and collaboration.

3. **Carpet:** Providing a designated area for group activities fosters community and interaction among students, promoting communication skills and social-emotional development.

4. **Classroom Decor:** Educational posters, bulletin boards, and motivational quotes stimulate curiosity, reinforce concepts, and contribute to a positive classroom atmosphere.

5. **Manipulatives:** Hands-on materials support active learning and deepen understanding of abstract concepts, accommodating diverse learning styles and enhancing retention.

With these resources, my aim is to cultivate a dynamic, inclusive learning environment where students feel supported, engaged, and inspired. By offering diverse seating options, a welcoming communal area, stimulating decor, and interactive learning tools, I seek to foster a love of learning, encourage collaboration, and empower students to explore their potential. Your support in providing these resources will greatly impact my students' educational journey, enriching their experiences and opportunities for growth. Thank you for considering this investment in their future.

Ms. Cuni Joe Hall Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

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Miami, FL View local requests

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

25 students impacted 9donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Rainbow Scallop Border Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playroom, 7'6" x 12' - Black • Amazon Business $360.02 1 $360.02
Yourigami Kids and Toddler Play Couch, Convertible Folding Sofa, Durable Foam Modular Design, Mountain Gray • Amazon Business $199.99 1 $199.99
Teacher Created Resources Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll, White Shiplap - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult - Lightweight • School Specialty $18.97 3 $56.91
Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $46.79 1 $46.79
Pacon Bordette Decorative Border/Trim 2-1/4" x 50', Brown, 8/Bundle (PAC37026) • Quill.com $44.99 1 $44.99
44 Pcs Squiggles and Dots Die Cut Border Trim Bulletin Board Border Squiggles and Dots Borders with 15 Sheet Glue Point Dots for Classroom Bulletin Board 50.5 Ft (White with Black, Stripes Style) • Amazon Business $9.99 4 $39.96
Learning Resources Alphabet Soup Sorters - 208 Pieces, Ages 3+, Early Phonics Manipulatives, ABCs, Alphabet Awareness & Recognition, Alphabet Soup Games • Amazon Business $37.49 1 $37.49
Astrobrights Color Paper, 8.5" x 11", 24 lb/89 gsm,"Joy" 5-Color Assortment, 500 Sheets (91414) • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $10.38 3 $31.14
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets - 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $19.68 1 $19.68
Chair Bands with Fidgety Feet - 10 Pack Natural Latex Stretch Fidget Chair Bands for Classroom,Flexible Seating Bands Rubber Band, Foot Bands for Students with ADHD Sensory Needs (Blue) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99

Materials cost

$911.93

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.69

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$961.30

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$169.64

Total project goal

$1,130.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,130.94

6 Donors

-$565.47

Donations toward project cost

-$480.65

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$84.82

Matching donations from our partners

-$565.47

Match offers toward project cost

-$480.65

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$84.82

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