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Ms. Okoase from Jamaica, NY is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fueling Young Minds With Collaborative Resources

Help me give my students lap desk tables so they can actively work comfortably during our carpet time.

  • $258 goal

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My Project

The supplies I’m requesting will have a direct and positive impact on my students’ learning experiences in my classroom. The Astrobrights Colored Paper will allow students to create engaging and colorful projects that will make learning feel more interactive and creative. They’ll use it for visual aids, art projects, and presentations, helping them stay excited and engaged while learning. The Lettermark Multi-Purpose Copy Paper will be used for everything from writing assignments to classroom printing needs. We teachers have to provide our own copy paper for different graphic organizers, classwork, projects, and homework sheets. The Kisston Lap Desks will allow students to have a comfortable, flexible workspace, especially when they are working on the carpet during our whole-group and small-group time. This flexibility is especially helpful for students who thrive in different types of learning environments, and the added storage space will keep their materials organized. The Enday Pre-Sharpened Pencils Students are a necessity in my classroom, most of my students don't have supplies and pencils are one of the main things that are requested every day. My students will always be prepared to write, sketch, and take notes, keeping them focused and on task. Lastly, the Paper Cutter will allow me to cut materials for my student's projects with precision while also doing it quickly. This will also be an essential tool for organizing and preparing classroom activities.

In this project, my goal is to have my students create their first personal narrative, the goal of their essays being to focus on what makes them all unique and/or special.

My students are incredibly curious, creative, and hardworking. They come from diverse backgrounds, and many of them face unique challenges that require extra support. Despite these challenges, they approach each day with enthusiasm and a desire to learn.

Ms. Okoase PS 140 Edward K Ellington 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. Okoase

Jamaica, 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

22 students impacted 3donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kisston 12 Pcs Kids Lap Desk Bulk Lap Tray Lap Table Bed Table Plastic Lap Desk with Extra Storage Space Activities Children Portable Lap Desk for Kids Students Work Study School Classroom (Black) • Amazon Business $87.99 1 $87.99
Lettermark Multi-Purpose Copy Paper, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, White, 1500 Sheets • School Specialty $30.97 1 $30.97
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 300 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $24.79 1 $24.79
Paper Cutter, Paper Slicer with Safety Guard and Blade Lock, 12" Cut Length Guillotine Paper Cutter with 16 Sheet Capacity, Paper Cutters and Trimmers for Cardstock Cardboard (Pink) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Radiant Assortment 300 Sheets/Ream (91642) • Staples $8.32 2 $16.64

Materials cost

$183.38

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.10

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.75

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$219.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.69

Total project goal

$257.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $257.92

2 Donors

-$141.46

Donations toward project cost

-$120.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.22

match offer

-$116.46

Match offer toward project cost

-$98.99

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.47

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