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Mrs. Castro from Somers, CT is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Interactive Essentials for Intervention Classroom

Help me give my students interactive standing desk and flexible seating in a welcoming intervention classroom.

  • $966 goal

This project expired on July 10, 2024.

This project expired on July 10, 2024.

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My Project

In today's educational landscape, creating inclusive and engaging learning environments is important for the success of all students. Research has consistently shown the importance of tailoring learning environments to the unique needs of the students using them.

A standing whiteboard desk and ergonomic stools will provide students with a collaborative space for brainstorming, problem-solving, and interactive learning activities.

The standing desk and stools will promote movement and circulation and will be beneficial to students who sometimes struggle with sitting for extended periods of time.

Fluorescent lights can be harsh and overwhelming to students, particularly for those students with sensory sensitivities and visual impairments. By diffusing the light, with light covers, we can reduce glare and minimize visual distractions, making it easier for students to stay focused and engage in lessons. By incorporating an LED light strip we can delineate different areas of the room and make it easier for students to navigate and orient themselves. Also we can create an inviting and dynamic space that stimulates learning and creativity.

Mrs. Castro Somers High School Grades 9-12 Somers, CT View local requests 28 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
AVLT 50" Electric Standing Desk with Tilting Tabletop (4 ft 7 inches) – Height Adjustable Dry Erase Top Whiteboard and Rolling Casters – 2 Leg Drafting Tabletop - White • Amazon Business $518.99 1 $518.99
Storex Active Tilt Stool – Ergonomic Seating for Flexible Office Space and Standing Desks, Adjustable 12-24 Inch Height, Gray (00322A01C) • Amazon Business $57.73 2 $115.46
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Assorted 36/Pack (2138424) • Staples $27.64 3 $82.92
Retisee 12 Pcs Fluorescent Light Covers for Classroom Original Fluorescent Light Filters Magnetic Glare Ceiling Light Cover Reduce Glare Flicker for Hospitals Home Drop Ceiling Office Whisper White • Amazon Business $53.99 1 $53.99
FONEWE LED Lights for Bedroom 50FT Music Sync LED Light Strips Color Changing LED Strip Lights with APP Control • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$779.35

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$821.04

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$144.89

Total project goal

$965.93

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