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Ms. Bonanno from Arverne, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work!

My students need paper, pencils, folders, index cards, highlighters, flexible seating options, privacy partitions, a classroom carpet & more!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Bonanno's classroom raised $1,869

This project is fully funded

My Students

Rita Pierson once said, "Every child deserves a champion—an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection, and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be."

Our kids need basic learning supplies in order to thrive - my co-teacher and I are here to champion their cause!

In September, Ms. Carbone and I are thrilled to be co-teaching an amazing group of 6th graders. Our rising middle schoolers are coming to us with a range of special needs - both academic and personal. Additionally, limited financial resources, it is a struggle for our kids and their families to purchase the necessary school supplies and materials they need to do their best. It is our mission to ensure each child begins this school year armed and ready to work hard and reach their goals!

My Project

This project will provide our new 6th graders with the basic, yet essential school supplies they need in order to tackle the challenges and rigor of middle school. We believe that every child deserves to begin the new school year prepared with the necessary notebooks, folders, pencils, post-it notes, highlighters, index cards, etc. that they need to stay organized and be successful throughout the year. Additionally, special adaptive seating for our students with disabilities and a new classroom carpet will provide new shared space and seating options for our middle school students - allowing the opportunity for students to make important choices about where they work best while meeting their individual learning styles and needs. With your help, we can provide our class with the tools they need to begin the new year poised and eager to work hard, learn, and grow! We can't do this without you!

Ms. Bonanno PS/MS 42 R Vernam 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

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Arverne, NY 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
LC405BU - Flex-Space Comfy Floor Seat - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 4 $199.96
Georgia Pacific 991322C Spectrum Standard 92 Multipurpose 8.5 x 11 1 box of 10 packs 5000 sheets • Amazon Business $45.24 4 $180.96
CARPET FUN AT SCHOOL 4X6 • School Specialty $76.27 2 $152.54
XK555 - Classroom Stopwatches - Set of 4 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 4 $119.96
ECR4Kids The Surf Portable Lap Desk/Laptop Stand/Writing Table, Navy • Amazon Business $25.00 4 $100.00
AmazonBasics Drafting Stool - Black • Amazon Business $49.99 2 $99.98
SKKSTATIONERY Pre-sharpened pencils, Pencils Sharpened with eraser top, #2 HB pencil, 144/box (Box of 2) • Amazon Business $24.49 3 $73.47
Finnhomy 12-Drawer Plastic Portable Mobile Organizer Rainbow, Multi-Purpose Utility Double Rolling Storage Cart, Bright Chrome Metal Frame and Multi Color Drawer Studio Trolley • Amazon Business $67.99 1 $67.99
3 Pack! - Neenah Astrobrights Wide Ruled Filler Paper Assortment, 8.5 X 10.5 Inches, 100 Sheets / Pack - Bulk Buy • Amazon Business $21.60 3 $64.80
JJ689 - Privacy Partition - Set of 10 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 2 $59.98
Staples Brights, 24lb. Colored Paper, Assorted, 800/Pack (25492) • Staples Advantage $19.99 3 $59.97
PP181 - Giant Classroom Timer • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
TT305X - Neon Classroom Supply Caddies - Set of 6 Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
JJ670 - Privacy Partition Storage Rack • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
H&G Master Poly Document Folder with Snap Button, Plastic Envelope Folder, Water/Tear Resistant A4/Letter Size Translucent Paper Organizers (Multi-Color) • Amazon Business $9.09 3 $27.27
ACS Reusable Dry Erase Pockets - Oversized Pocket Charts for Classroom Large Sheet Protectors Insert 30 Sleeves with 30 Colored Wipes • Amazon Business $24.50 1 $24.50
Adhesive Hooks(13.2lb/6kg) Heavy Duty Sticky Wall & Ceiling & Door Hooks Nail Free Clear Reusable Hook for Bathroom and Kitchen No Scratch Waterproof and Oilproof (12) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
SCD4455 - Rainbow Word Strips • Lakeshore Learning Materials $4.99 4 $19.96
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 8.9 x 11.4-Inches, 5 mil thick, 100-Pack (TP5854-100),Clear • Amazon Business $19.29 1 $19.29
GREENCYCLE 5PK Extra Strength Adhesive Black on White Label Tape Compatible For Brother TZE-S231 TZ-S231 TZeS231,0.47 Inch,PT-E550W Labeling Maker • Amazon Business $19.15 1 $19.15
Sharpie 25010 Accent Tank-Style Highlighter, Fluorescent Blue, 12-Pack • Amazon Business $6.11 3 $18.33
Sharpie 25009 Sanford Brands Tank Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Fluorescent Pink, 12-Count • Amazon Business $5.60 3 $16.80
Sharpie 25026 Accent Tank-Style Highlighter, Fluorescent Green, 12-Pack • Amazon Business $5.60 3 $16.80
AmazonBasics Ruled Index Cards, Assorted Neon, 3x5-Inch, 300-Count • Amazon Business $5.49 3 $16.47
Sharpie Chisel Tip Tank Style Highlighter, Fluorescent Yellow - Pack of 36 (1920938) • Amazon Business $14.69 1 $14.69
MISSLO Classroom Pocket Chart for Cell Phones Calculators, 30 Clear Pockets • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Daily Schedule and Word Study Pocket Chart With Reversible Dry Erase Cards - By Essex Wares - Use To Plan Your Classroom's Day or Display Daily Study Words (Black) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$1,519.80

Vendor shipping charges

$15.25

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$22.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,587.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$280.21

Total project goal

$1,868.06

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,868.06

12 Donors

-$1,805.56

Donations toward project cost

-$1,534.73

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$270.83

match offer

-$62.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$53.12

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.38

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$0.00

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