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Mr. S. from Philadelphia, PA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Outdoor Classroom Shade

Help me give my students shade for their outdoor classroom. This will allow me to take my students outside during nice weather and shelter them from the sun when conducting class outside in our courtyard.

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A gazebo will significantly enhance our students' outdoor classroom by providing essential shade. The current space lacks adequate protection from direct sunlight, making it uncomfortable and potentially unsafe during warmer months. The gazebo will create a cool, sheltered area, allowing for longer and more productive outdoor learning sessions.

Beyond providing shade, this gazebo offers a unique, hands-on learning opportunity.

Students will actively participate in assembling the unit, developing valuable construction and carpentry skills. This practical experience will complement their classroom learning, fostering teamwork, problem-solving, and spatial reasoning. They will learn about structural integrity, tool usage, and the satisfaction of building something tangible.

This shade structure will enable us to conduct lessons, group activities, and individual study without the distraction and discomfort of harsh sun exposure. It will also protect students and materials from potential UV damage. The gazebo will transform the outdoor classroom into a versatile, all-weather learning environment, fostering a more engaging and effective educational experience. Its presence will encourage students to connect with nature while ensuring their well-being and focus.

Mr. S. Northeast High School Grades 9-12

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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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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

150 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Backyard Discovery Norwood 24' x 12' Cedar Wood Outdoor Gazebo Pavilion with Hardtop Galvanized Steel Peak Roof, Snow Support, Wind Resistance, PowerPort, Shade for Garden, Patio, Deck, Entertaining • Amazon Business $4,799.00 1 $4,799.00

Materials cost

$4,799.00

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 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$71.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$4,900.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$864.88

Total project goal

$5,765.86

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