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

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Home Sweet Home

Help me give my students a classroom that feels like a home away from home.

  • $221 goal

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My Students

I am so proud of the school I work at. My students always try their best and make us proud. Students are faced with many challenges inside and outside the classroom and have diverse needs.

Despite the challenges they face daily, my students are filled with energy, are happy, and are motivated to learn.

They are scientists, singers, mathematicians, leaders, comedians, readers, writers, teachers, dancers, me, and you; they are everything!

My Project

The classroom will be forever changed post COVID. It was great seeing my students in their homes, surrounded and comfortable with their own belongings. It has made me want a classroom with a homey atmosphere that is welcoming.

I would love to create a safe and cozy space for my students to relax.

To create a cozy and comfortable space I am going to make faux curtains and have inviting borders on bulletin boards. I am also revamping my library to make it more inviting. I am adding a wireless door bell for a more home like transition between activities. The more happy and comfortable, the more everyone learns!

Ms. Tatarka PS 18 John G Whittier 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.

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Staten Island, 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

75 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Leegleri 14ft Unicorn Polyester Pleated Table Skirt for Baby Shower,Birthday Party,Gender Reveal,Cake Table,Turquoise Blue Ruffle Table Cloth for Rectangle Table • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Schoolgirl Style Simply Stylish Turquoise Stripe Straight Borders, 12/Pack (108356) • Quill.com $3.77 8 $30.16
Heavy Duty Bookends for Shelves, Anti-Slip Base, Black, Great for Library, Office, Home, School, 4 Pairs • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
BEBONCOOL RF 2.4GHz Wireless Presenter Remote Presentation USB Control PowerPoint PPT Clicker with Red Laser Pointer, Slide Advancer for Mac, Laptop, Computer • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Bordette 600"L x 2.25"H Border, Solid, Black (37304) • Quill.com $4.94 3 $14.82
Wireless Door Bell, AVANTEK Mini Waterpoof Doorbell Chime Operating at 1000 Feet with 52 Melodies, 5 Volume Levels & LED Flash • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$149.93

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.33

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$187.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$33.09

Total project goal

$220.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $220.60

3 Donors

-$178.68

Donations toward project cost

-$155.63

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.05

match offer

-$37.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$31.88

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$5.62

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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