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Ms. Chiquete from Gardena, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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New Year, New Materials!

Help me give my students the comfort they need to have a smooth and exciting learning experience.

  • $677 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

I am excited to introduce you to my classroom, where my focus is dedicated to providing an enriching educational experience for my 3rd grade students. With your help, I aim to enhance our learning environment by acquiring essential materials that will inspire curiosity, creativity, and academic growth.

My students deserve the best tools to succeed, and these materials will make a significant impact:

Classroom Supplies: Quality classroom supplies to unleash creativity and self-expression through various materials that will be available to them.

Flexible Seating Options: Comfortable seating options that support different learning styles and promote a positive classroom atmosphere.

By donating to our project, you will directly contribute to the academic and personal development of 25 students. Your support will empower them to engage more deeply with their studies and build essential skills for future success.

Every contribution, no matter the size, brings me closer to achieving my goal. Please consider donating and sharing our project with your network to help us create a dynamic and inclusive learning environment for all.

Thank you for investing in our students' futures and making a lasting impact on their educational journey.

Ms. Chiquete 186th Street Elementary School 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.

More about Ms. Chiquete

Gardena, CA 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

25 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
15 Inch Round Floor Cushions for Kids and Toddlers, Flexible Seating for Classroom Furniture 3.5 Inch Thick Floor Pillow for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Yoga and Meditation (Plain,16 Pcs) • Amazon Business $78.99 2 $157.98
22 Pack Classroom Privacy Shields for Student Desks - Easy to Clean Plastic Sneeze Guard Folder Desk Divider Study Carrel - Classroom Materials for School Teachers - Includes Extra Labels • Amazon Business $49.47 1 $49.47
JEOYOO Wall Mirror Full Length, Cheap Over / on Door, Acrylic, shatterproof Mirrors for Home Gym, 8"X8"-4 Pcs, Workout Non Glass Mirrors for Bedroom, Kids • Amazon Business $8.99 4 $35.96
Storex Letter Size Flat Storage Tray – Organizer Bin for Classroom, Office and Home, Black, 5-Pack (62516U05C), 10 x 13 x 3 Inches • Amazon Business $17.37 2 $34.74
DweIke Super Soft Shaggy Rugs Fluffy Carpets, 4x6 ft, Dark Green Area Rug for Living Room Bedroom Girls Kids Room Nursery Home Decor, Non-Slip Plush Indoor Floor Bedside Rug, 4x6 Feet Deep-Green • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Youbetia Desk Organizers - File Organizer for Office Supplies, Accessories with Folder Racks & Holders, Double Tray and 5 Upright Sections, White • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Supeasy 5 Trays Paper Organizer Letter Tray with Handle-Mesh Desk File Organizer White Paper Sorter Desk Organizer for Office, Home or School • Amazon Business $24.69 1 $24.69
Cardinal Economy 3-Ring Binders, 1", Round Rings, Holds 225 Sheets, ClearVue Presentation View, Non-Stick, White, Carton of 12 (90621) • Amazon Business $24.54 1 $24.54
AFMAT Heavy Duty Electric Pencil Sharpener for Classroom, 6 Holes, Electric Pencil Sharpeners for Home, Pencil Sharpener Plug in for 6-11mm Pencils, Auto Stop, Super Fast, Never Eat Pencils, Black • Amazon Business $24.00 1 $24.00
Dicunoy 10PCS Acrylic Book Stands, Clear Display Easel, Art Display Holder for Picture Album, Brochure, Paperbacks on Tabletop, Shelves, Classroom, Library, Store • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
SUNEE Sheet Protectors 8.5x11 Inches for 3 Ring Binder, PVC-Free Clear Page Protectors Plastic Cover for Paper, Documents, Photos, Top Loading Binder Sleeves Letter Size 200 Packs • Amazon Business $15.79 1 $15.79
SHARPIE Tank Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Assorted Color Highlighters, Value Pack, 36 Count • Amazon Business $11.62 1 $11.62
Hadley Designs 25 Greenery Classroom Name Tags for Classroom Cubbies - Student Desk Name Plates for Classroom Desk Name Tags, Student Desk Name Tags Classroom Name Plates, Kindergarten Name Plates • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79
Favide 24 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Eraser Chalkboard Cleansers for Classroom, Home and Office (Square, 8 Color) • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98
HongyiTime 60 PCS Colorful Strong Magnetic Push Pin Magnets, Office Classroom Magnets,6 Assorted Color, Perfect to use as Kitchen Home and School, Map Magnets,Whiteboard Magnets • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Bostitch Office Premium 3 Hole Punch, 12 Sheet Capacity, Metal, Rubber Base, Easy-Clean Tray, Silver • Amazon Business $6.85 1 $6.85
800pcsTeacher Stickers Classroom Stickers Motivational Stickers for Kids Stickers for Students (800 pcs Teacher Stickers) • Amazon Business $5.98 1 $5.98
Bostitch Office inLIGHT Reduced Effort One-Hole Punch, One Unit per Package, Assorted Colors, No Color Choice (2401) • Amazon Business $4.06 1 $4.06

Materials cost

$492.41

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $45.06

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$574.86

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$101.45

Total project goal

$676.31

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $676.31

1 Donor

-$338.16

Donations toward project cost

-$287.44

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$50.72

match offer

-$338.14

Match offer toward project cost

-$287.42

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$50.72

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