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Mrs. Bourassi from Columbus, OH is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Learners: Enhancing Classroom Experience and Community Engagement

Help me give my students a rolling drawer for organization, math manipulatives, a "Happy Birthday" wall, pen holders, and cushions for a conducive learning environment.

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My Project

The specific items we're requesting will make a significant difference in our students' learning by enhancing organization, engagement, and comfort. The rolling drawer unit will streamline classroom organization, allowing students quick access to materials, optimizing instructional time. Incorporating manipulatives for math will transform abstract concepts into tangible experiences, fostering deeper understanding and active participation among students. A dedicated "Happy Birthday" wall will create a warm and inclusive environment, promoting a sense of belonging and community, vital for student well-being and motivation. Pen holders and cushions will ensure students are comfortable and have easy access to writing tools, facilitating focus and concentration during lessons and activities.

Our goals for this project are multifaceted.

Firstly, we aim to create an environment conducive to effective teaching and learning by providing the necessary resources and infrastructure. Secondly, we strive to enhance student engagement and comprehension by incorporating hands-on learning tools and celebrating individual milestones like birthdays. Ultimately, our overarching goal is to foster a positive and supportive learning community where every student feels valued, respected, and motivated to succeed.

What makes our students special is their diversity, resilience, and potential. They come from various backgrounds and possess unique talents and abilities. Despite facing challenges, they exhibit resilience and determination in their pursuit of knowledge and growth. Our students are not just learners; they are individuals with dreams, aspirations, and the capacity to make a difference in the world. It is our privilege and responsibility to nurture their talents, empower their voices, and help them realize their full potential.

Mrs. Bourassi Focus Learning Academy - Nrth Columbus 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

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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Columbus, OH 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

600 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ripeng 6 Pcs Floor Cushions for Classroom 3'' Thick Cushions for Kids 15'' Soft Kids Colored Seating Cushions for Class Elementary Daycare Preschool Nursery Home Learning Meditation, 6 Colors (Round) • Amazon Business $67.99 4 $271.96
TOOLF Rolling Storage Cart with 6 Drawers,Utility Cart with Drawers,Craft Storage Cart, Wooden Tabletop,Large Capacity,Colorful • Amazon Business $74.99 1 $74.99
Yeaqee 20 Pcs Pencil Shaped Pen Holders Colored Pencil Storage Organizer Cute Pencil Holder Pen Cups Pencil Pot for School Classroom Office Supplies Desk Table Decoration Students Gift Prize, 5 Colors • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Kisston Teacher Appreciation Gift Wooden Pen and Pencil Cup Holder for Classroom Teacher Student Table Decor Pencil Shaped Pencil Dispenser Paint Brushes Makeup Brush Crayon Organizer(Stylish Style) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Carson Dellosa Mini Judy Clock Telling Time Clock Set, 12 Mini Judy Clocks, 4" x 4" Telling Time Teaching Clocks for Kids, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade Telling Time Manipulatives • Amazon Business $16.68 1 $16.68
Cltoyvers Wooden Abacus for Kids Math with 100 Counting Sticks and Number Toys Cards 1-100, Educational Math Games Preschool Learning Toys, Math Manipulatives for Elementary 1st 2nd Grade • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Sepamoon 6 Pcs Cactus Pen Holder Cactus Pencil Cup Boho Desk Accessories Cactus Desk Organizer Pencil Container Cosmetic Makeup Brush Holder for Student Multifunction Storage Office Home • Amazon Business $15.79 1 $15.79
48 Pcs Classroom Happy Birthday Bulletin Board Sets Decorations, Eucalyptus Greenery Plant Birthday Classroom Decor, Nature Birthday Chart Poster Wall Classroom Themes Decoration Cutouts Sets Bundle • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89

Materials cost

$453.28

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$490.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$86.48

Total project goal

$576.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $576.56

1 Donor

-$576.56

Donations toward project cost

-$490.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$86.48

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