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Ms. Liselle Ferdinand from Brooklyn, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Young Minds

Help me give my students science lessons and mental health support for the next couple months.

  • 5 donors
  • $635 goal

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My Project

I’m reaching out to invite you to make a meaningful impact on my classroom this year. As an educator, I strive to create a learning environment where my students feel inspired, supported, and equipped to succeed. However, we often face challenges in accessing the resources we need to make that happen. We could use supplies to do science projects. The students haven’t gotten any science lessons yet and they would truly love and benefit from your donations. Thank you in advance for your anticipated help! We appreciate you so much!

Ms. Liselle Ferdinand PS 446 Riverdale Ave Community School 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.

More about Ms. Liselle Ferdinand

Brooklyn, NY 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

17 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Orange • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 4 $279.96
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $23.48 2 $46.96
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $32.79 1 $32.79
Crayola Llc - 2lb Resealable Bucket Model Magic Modeling Compound • Teachers' School Supply $28.01 1 $28.01
Crayola Dough - Silly Scents | 60x1oz Scented Play Dough Party Pack | 60 Modeling Compound Tubs in 6 Bright Colors & Scents | Kids Party Favors | Classroom Prizes | Halloween Treats for Kids • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Machine Makers, 60 Pieces, Ages 5+, STEM Toys, STEM Building Toys, STEM Kits, Engineering Toys, Build it Yourself Toys • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Bridge Builders Set (LER9461) • Quill.com $22.19 1 $22.19
Poraxy 5 Set STEM Science Kits for Kids Age 8-12, DC Motors Electronic Assembly Robotic STEM Toys for Age s 8-13, Building Experiments Projects Kits, Gifts for Boys and Girls Ages 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Insignia - Computer Monitor Riser - Black • Best Buy Education $8.43 1 $8.43

Materials cost

$484.81

Vendor shipping charges

 $17.08

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.27

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$539.16

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$95.15

Total project goal

$634.31

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $634.31

4 Donors

-$634.31

Donations toward project cost

-$539.16

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$95.15

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