An aerie is an eagle's nest, and since we are the BMS eagles, this is the perfect name for our library. I want it to feel like home for our students, a place where they can come to read, learn, create, explore, and feel safe.
The BMS Aerie is a learning commons, with different spaces for different activities in addition to our book collections.
We have the The Loft, where students can create with textiles and paper, write poetry, and work on art projects. There's also The Lab, a space for science with engineering tools, and earth and life science materials and activities. Finally, there's The Way Back Machine, where kids can build with LEGO and blocks, create racetracks for miniature cars, and read favorite picture books.
This project focuses on The Loft, although I am seeking a wall for building with LEGO and some noise-cancelling headphones for our students who get overwhelmed by too much activity. Thanks so much for considering us!
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households
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Creative QT XL Play-Up Building Brick, Green, 34"x44" Activity Wall Panel for Kids & Toddlers, Pre-Assembled Makerspace Furniture, Vertical Building Surface, Compatible with All Major Brick Brands
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$229.98
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$229.98
Califone Hearing Safe Hearing Protector Ear Muffs, Red - Comfortable
• School Specialty
Elmer's Re-Stick School Glue Sticks, 0.28 Ounces, White, Pack of 30
• School Specialty
$32.02
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$32.02
Handy Art Washable Glitter Glue Set, 8 Ounce, Assorted Colors, Set of 8 - Glass/Wood
• School Specialty
$29.62
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$29.62
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches,200 Pack Laminating Sheets,3 Mil,8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Education Supplies & Craft Supplies, For Use With Thermal Laminators, Letter Size Sheets (TP3854-200)
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$26.37
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$26.37
QUEFE 3960pcs Pony Beads for Friendship Bracelet Making Kit 48 Colors Kandi Beads Set, 2400pcs Plastic Rainbow Bulk and 1560pcs Letter Beads with 20 Meter Elastic Threads for Craft Jewelry Necklace
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$18.69
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$18.69
LOVIMAG Premium Rainbow Color Embroidery Floss 140 Skeins Per Pack with Cotton for Cross Stitch Threads, Bracelet Yarn, Craft Floss, Aroic Embroidery Floss Set
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$12.55
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$12.55
Materials cost
$478.03
Vendor shipping charges
$13.20
Sales tax
$32.98
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.17
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$561.38
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$99.07
Total project goal
$660.45
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$660.45
4 Donors
-$456.49
Donations toward project cost
-$398.61
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$57.88
Matching donations from our partners
-$191.50
Match offers toward project cost
-$162.78
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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