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Mrs. VanOstrand from Romeoville, IL is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Transform Our Classroom with the Power of Organization!

Help me give my students the gift of organization! A 4-drawer cube bookcases/bins, hanging file folders and file folders, Alien tape, pouch bags, and storage bins all help ensure our class will stay organized.

  • 6 donors
  • $416 goal

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My Project

Help give my students the gift of organization! With two 4-drawer cube bookcases and bins, our class store will stay neatly organized, easily hidden when needed, and sorted by money denominations for seamless accessibility. Hanging file folders and file folders will keep my teacher-created library of ULS and Reading A-Z books in order. Alien tape ensures labels stay put on our concrete walls, while pouch bags keep curriculum and student binders tidy. Label maker tape ensures everything has its place, and storage bins help sort the curriculum I create for centers and independent work.

Your support will create a structured, efficient learning space for my students!

It will also ensure that the classroom remains clear and organized, making it easy for any paraprofessional or guest teacher to quickly access the materials needed for the day, allowing for seamless instruction and minimal disruptions.

It will also foster greater independence in my students by providing them with easy access to the materials they need. With a well-organized and structured environment, they can confidently locate and utilize resources on their own, reducing their reliance on teacher assistance and encouraging self-sufficiency in their learning process.

Mrs. VanOstrand Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

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Romeoville, IL View local requests

More than half 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

9 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
KB Designs - 4-Cube Bookcase, Unit Shelf, Storage Organizer, White • Amazon Business $39.20 2 $78.40
Iris 3-Compartment Stackable Desktop Storage Drawer Black/Translucent White (116351) • Staples $27.99 2 $55.98
IRIS USA Plastic Drawer Storage Organizer, 3-Drawers, 2-Pack, for Classroom Art Craft Supplies, Dresser Closet, Bathroom Bedroom, Laundry Room, Black/Clear • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Ptouch Tape Compatible with Brother P-Touch Label Tape TZ TZe Tape 12mm 0.47 Laminated White 1/2" Black on White TZe-231 TZE231 for PT-D200 H110 D400 D600 1900 Label Maker Tape Refills, 10-Pack • Amazon Business $32.89 1 $32.89
7Penn Basket Cube Storage - 8pc Colorful Fabric Basket Organization Bins with Handle - for Home, Office, or Classrooms • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Amazon Basics Hanging Organizer File Folder, Letter Size, Assorted Colors (Pack of 25) • Amazon Business $11.12 2 $22.24
ALIEN TAPE Double Sided Tape Heavy Duty, Nano Tape, Double Sided Mounting Tape, Heavy Duty Double Sided Tape for Walls, Wall Tape, Clear Adhesive Tape for Poster Photo Wall Décor As Seen on TV 40 Feet • Amazon Business $20.41 1 $20.41
Amazon Basics AMZ401 File Folders - Letter Size (100 Pack) – Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $15.31 1 $15.31
Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags, 36Pcs Zipper Pouches for Organizing, 8 Size 8 Color Waterproof Plastic Zipper Bag for Office School Supplies Game File Storage • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
Antner 12PCS A6 Binder Pockets 6-Hole Cash Envelopes Multicolor Zipper Money Folders for A6 6-Ring Notebook Binder, Waterproof PVC Loose Leaf Filling Bags Binder Pouches Document Storage Bags • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98

Materials cost

$318.16

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.77

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$352.93

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$62.28

Total project goal

$415.21

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $415.21

5 Donors

-$145.07

Donations toward project cost

-$123.31

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.76

match offer

-$270.14

Match offer toward project cost

-$229.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$40.52

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