Help me give my students a memorable countdown celebration for our class family.
$320 goal
This project expired on August 8, 2025.
This project expired on August 8, 2025.
My Project
As we count down to the end of the school year, our class joins in a fun and meaningful tradition: the Z-to-A Countdown. For the last 26 days of school, we celebrate each letter of the alphabet with a themed day—everything from Zebra Day to Pajama Day, all leading up to our final day: A is for Aloha Day.
This Aloha Day is more than just a party—it’s a way to say goodbye to the school year, hello to summer, and celebrate the friendships and memories we’ve built.
With your help, we can create a joyful, memorable experience that honors their hard work and gives them the send-off they deserve. Every item you help provide adds to the magic of this celebration.
More than a third 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
20 students impacted
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Didaey 30 Pcs Beach Toys Sand Buckets and Shovels, Include 15 Beach Plastic Sand Pail 6 Colors Toy Bucket with a Castle Design Inside and 15 Shovels for Boys Girls
• Amazon Business
$26.95
2
$53.90
Exquisite Light Blue Plastic Rectangular Tablecloth Roll, 40'' x 300', Premium Quality, Disposable, Easy Clean Up, Multipurpose, 300 Feet, All-Season, 1 Count
• Amazon Business
$34.54
1
$34.54
Kinetic Sand, 11lb (5kg) Natural Brown Bulk Play Sand for Arts and Crafts, Sandbox, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up
• Amazon Business
$32.46
1
$32.46
Bubble Machine - 16 Wands 8000+ Bubbles/min Bubble Machine for Kids and Toddlers - 14.2oz Large Capacity Bubble Blower - Automatic Bubble Maker - Bubble Toys for Parties, Wedding, Birthday
• Amazon Business
$29.97
1
$29.97
MIUSKATL 9 Pack Star Kids Sunglasses, Rimless Sunglasses Party Favors, Colorful Sunglasses for Women, Girls, Boys, Unisex Party Glasses Party Supplies for Birthday, Beach, Pool, Outdoors
• Amazon Business
$8.99
3
$26.97
JOYIN 2 Bottles Bubbles Refill Solutions 64 oz (up to 5 Gallon), Concentrated Solution for Bubble Machine, Gun, Wand Refill Fluid Summer, Easter Toys (Blue+Green)
• Amazon Business
$24.74
1
$24.74
Lamnhin 12'' Beach Ball for Kids: 14 Pack Beach Balls Bulk Inflatable Pool - Beach Balls Bulk Hawaiian Tropical Theme Party Decorations Favors Supplies
• Amazon Business
$8.98
2
$17.96
Maxx Bubbles 24 Pack 14.6" Big Bubble Wands for Summer Toy, Outdoor/Indoor Activity Use, Party Favor Supplies for Kids, 2 Dozen
• Amazon Business
$17.49
1
$17.49
Materials cost
$238.03
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.57
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$271.60
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$47.93
Total project goal
$319.53
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