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Ms. Aspenleiter from East Elmhurst, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Vibrant Learning: The Color Classroom Project

Help me give my students a vibrant classroom to enhance the learning environment.

  • $560 goal

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My Project

Introducing colorful borders and paper into the classroom environment can significantly enhance student learning. These vibrant additions serve as visual stimuli, capturing students' attention and creating an engaging atmosphere conducive to active participation and focus.

By incorporating different colors, educators can create a multi-sensory experience that appeals to diverse learning styles, making it easier for students to absorb and retain information.

Additionally, color-coded materials can aid in organizing content, facilitating comprehension and memory recall. Furthermore, the cheerful ambiance fostered by colorful borders and paper can positively influence students' mood and motivation, promoting a more enjoyable and enriching learning experience overall.

Ms. Aspenleiter PS 2 Alfred Zimberg Grades 3-5

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East Elmhurst, NY 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

26 students impacted 3donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Creative Teaching Press Upcycle Style EZ Borders/Trim, 2.75" x 48', Rustic Pencils, 3/Pack (CTP10521-3) • Quill.com $23.39 5 $116.95
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
Light Blue Fadeless® Paper Roll - 47.25" x 50' • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 4 $99.96
Staples 110 lb. Cardstock Paper 8.5 x 11 White 250 Sheets/Pack (49701) • Staples $10.67 6 $64.02
Lakeshore Themed Calendar Mini Accents • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
BeYumi 65Pcs Hot Air Balloon Cloud Classroom Bulletin Board Decoration Set Colorful Accents Cutouts Name Tags Labels Teacher Student Back to School Party Supplies for Elementary Preschool Kindergarten • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99

Materials cost

$431.91

Vendor shipping charges

 $7.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$475.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.89

Total project goal

$559.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $559.28

1 Donor

-$490.39

Donations toward project cost

-$475.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$68.89

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 $0.00

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