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Ms. Lloyd from Richmond, VA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Invest in Success: Providing Tables and Chairs for Dynamic Environments

Help me give my students increased engagement and academic success by helping us fund new tables and chairs for small group instruction. This will create a more interactive learning environment, allowing each student to reach their full potential!

  • $798 goal

This project expired on August 16, 2024.

This project expired on August 16, 2024.

My Project

Our math classroom is a collaborative and interactive environment where students work together seamlessly, fostering teamwork and mutual support. In our structured setting, we set clear goals and high expectations and challenge students to improve and reach their full potential continuously. We emphasize student autonomy, and we empower learners to take ownership of their education, enhancing their problem-solving skills and independent thinking

These tables, with their unique design and functionality, will foster seamless collaboration among students, enhancing their teamwork and problem-solving skills crucial for their mathematical and personal growth.

One key benefit of these tables is their ability to keep our classroom open, organized, and neat. This conducive environment is crucial for effective teaching and learning. Students will have designated spaces to focus on their mathematical tasks, reducing distractions and promoting ownership over their learning process.

Moreover, these tables will be vital in facilitating small group instruction, allowing teachers to target specific mathematical concepts and provide personalized support. This approach enhances academic achievement and boosts students' confidence and enthusiasm for learning mathematics.

Additionally, the new tables will serve as a platform for math-based discussions, helping students improve their problem-solving and critical-thinking skills through interactive and collaborative activities. This is particularly valuable for our diverse learners eager to excel academically and develop strong analytical skills.

Our students are special because of their eagerness to learn and thrive in an organized and collaborative environment. By supporting this project, you are not just providing furniture; you are investing in our students' future, empowering them to reach their full potential and become lifelong learners and effective problem solvers.

Together, with the support of these new tables, we can create a dynamic learning space where every student can excel and succeed in mathematics.

Ms. Lloyd Albert Hill Middle School Grades 6-8

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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Richmond, VA 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

62 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flash Furniture Wren Horseshoe Mobile Activity Table, 60" x 66", Height Adjustable, Gray (XUA6066HRSGYTAC) • Quill.com $409.99 1 $409.99
HAOBO Home Industrial Metal Barstools Classroom Stools Kids Short Stools [Set of 4] Stackable for Indoor/Outdoor 18" Dining Chair • Amazon Business $114.00 2 $228.00

Materials cost

$637.99

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$677.56

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$119.57

Total project goal

$797.13

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