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Ms. Salas from Hope Mills, NC is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Salas's classroom raised $697

Empowering Young Students Through Fitness & Movement

Help me give my students the opportunity to build strength, confidence, and lifelong healthy habits through safe and engaging fitness activities using kettlebell equipment designed for elementary physical education.

Ms. Salas Gallberry Farm Elementary School
Hope Mills, NC Grades 3-5

My Project

As an elementary physical education teacher serving students in grades 3rd through 5th, I strive to create learning experiences that help students develop not only physical skills, but also confidence, perseverance, and healthy habits that will benefit them for years to come. Many of my students enjoy activities that allow them to challenge themselves, set personal goals, and experience success through movement and fitness.

Kettlebell equipment will allow my students to safely participate in age-appropriate strength and conditioning activities during PE class.

These activities will help students improve muscular strength, coordination, balance, endurance, and overall fitness while learning proper movement techniques in a structured and supportive environment. Strength-based activities also provide opportunities for students of varying athletic abilities to feel successful and engaged.

The kettlebells will be incorporated into fitness stations, circuit training, cooperative activities, and health-related fitness lessons for students in grades 3rd through 5th. Students will learn how to safely perform exercises that encourage body control, focus, and personal responsibility while building confidence through goal setting and personal improvement.

In today’s world, many students need more opportunities to engage in meaningful physical activity that promotes lifelong wellness. Introducing kettlebell training in elementary PE will help students understand the importance of strength, movement, and overall health in a fun and motivating way. These activities will also encourage teamwork, self-discipline, and a positive attitude toward fitness.

Your support will help provide high-quality fitness equipment that allows students to stay active, build confidence, and develop healthy habits that extend beyond the gymnasium. Together, we can create engaging and empowering fitness experiences for our students.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

900 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. Salas Gallberry Farm Elementary School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Hope Mills, NC 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

900 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kettle Bell 10 lb Black Rubber Round 8 in Wt Dia • Grainger $98.52 3 $295.56
Kettle Bell 6 lb Black Rubber Round 8 in Wt Dia • Grainger $72.91 3 $218.73

Materials cost

$514.29

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $40.11

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$592.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$104.49

Total project goal

$696.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $696.60

1 Donor

-$696.60

Donations toward project cost

-$592.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$104.49

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