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Mrs. Maples from Springfield, MA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The One Where Grade 2 Returns to the Classroom!

Help me give my students storage bins to store their materials safely as well as student desk shields to ensure they have their own space when returning to in person learning.

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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 Students

Our Second Graders are brave, enthusiastic, and creative thinkers. These students are in an inner-city school setting where poverty is a struggle for many of our families. My students constantly show me what perseverance and determination is day in and day out. It seems that no matter how big the obstacle is, these kids make it happen. I am extremely proud of my students and continue to be astonished as to what they can accomplish each year. These second graders enjoy technology and engineering, one of our big focuses is on science and technology within the classroom. Students are constantly challenged to think creatively and solve problems through investigation. My students work extremely hard in school and are always doing their best. However, the greatest asset my students have is not their ability to persevere but their ability to encourage and push their peers to do the same. These students strive to spread positivity and encouragement to their friends and classmates every day. As an educator I could not ask for a more outstanding group of students.

My Project

My Second Grade Class has been completely remote this year due to COVID 19 and are now returning to the classroom. Since then we have worked very hard to create a reliable routine for these kids. The Second Grade is made up of 3 classrooms. As a team our goal this year is to do our best to make this transition to in person learning as simple and stress free for these kids as possible.

Returning to in person learning for the first time this year is a huge change for our second graders.

We as a team are trying to make this transition to in person learning as smooth as possible for our students. Since some students will still be remote the use of microphones is vital for all students to hear and access what is happening in the classroom. Students are going to be at their desks with other students in the same room, so the use of Shields will provide some extra safety during mask breaks. The need for safe storage is also a huge concern in my classroom, students will be keeping their belongings at school in bins. The use of the shelves will provide a safe way to store their things. The folders will be used as storage as well as wipe off boards for each student to use during class time. Although we can’t control the circumstances at the moment, we can control how we react to them. One thing I can control is doing everything in my power to get these amazing kids the tools they need to succeed.

Mrs. Maples Washington Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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

61 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
SONGMICS Metal Wire Cube Storage,16-Cube Shelves Organizer,Stackable Storage Bins, Modular Bookcase, DIY Closet Cabinet Shelf, 48.4”L x 12.2”W x 48.4”H, Black • Amazon Business $69.74 4 $278.96
Student Desk Shields - Plastic Barrier - Portable & Foldable Protective Sneeze Guard - Clear Acrylic Dividers for Desk & Tables in School - Tear Off The Film Before USE.FIT for Under 16. • Amazon Business $45.11 6 $270.66
Wireless Lavalier Microphone + Mic to USB Converter for Computer, MAC, Laptop, PC, (160 ft Range), Only for PC Recording, Zoom, Meeting, Online, Teaching, Instructor, (No Speakers), Only Microphone • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Wireless Lavalier Microphone + Mic to USB Converter for Computer, MAC, Laptop, PC, (160 ft Range), Only for PC Recording, Zoom, Meeting, Online, Teaching, Instructor, (No Speakers), Only Microphone • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Wireless Lavalier Microphone + Mic to USB Converter for Computer, MAC, Laptop, PC, (160 ft Range), Only for PC Recording, Zoom, Meeting, Online, Teaching, Instructor, (No Speakers), Only Microphone • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
SUNEE Dry Erase Pockets 30 Packs - Reusable & Oversized 10" x 14" - Clear Durable Plastic Sleeves with 2 Book Rings for Classroom Organization, Teacher and School Supplies • Amazon Business $19.85 1 $19.85

Materials cost

$689.44

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.34

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$729.78

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$128.78

Total project goal

$858.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $858.56

1 Donor

-$829.29

Donations toward project cost

-$729.78

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$99.51

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$29.27

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