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Ms. Whetsell from Endicott, NY is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Whetsell's classroom raised $726

Attendance Is Our Focus!

Help me give my students the motivation they need to attend school regularly by providing incentives that inspire their dedication to learning!

This project is fully funded

Ms. Whetsell George F Johnson Elementary School
Endicott, NY Grades PreK-2

My Project

We believe that consistent attendance lays the foundation for academic success. As an elementary school dedicated to nurturing young minds, we are committed to ensuring our students have every opportunity to thrive. Unfortunately, chronic absenteeism remains a challenge, hindering the academic progress of many of our bright and eager learners.

To address this crucial issue, we are initiating an Attendance Incentive Program aimed at cultivating a culture of regular attendance among our students.

We recognize that fostering a love for learning begins with being present, engaged, and eager to participate. This program seeks to reinforce the importance of attendance by implementing incentives that encourage and reward consistent classroom attendance.

Our proposed Attendance Incentive Program is designed to create a positive and motivating environment, where each day of attendance is celebrated as a step toward academic achievement. By providing incentives such as certificates of recognition, snacks, monthly prizes, and special acknowledgment for perfect attendance, we aim to instill a sense of accomplishment and pride in our students for their commitment to attending school regularly.

However, to make this program a reality and sustain it throughout the academic year, we need your support. Your generous contribution will directly impact our students by enabling us to procure the necessary resources and incentives to make this initiative engaging and impactful. Every donation will contribute to the success of our Attendance Incentive Program, inspiring our students to prioritize their education and attend school consistently.

By investing in our Attendance Incentive Program, you are investing in the future of our students. Your support will not only boost attendance rates but also enhance academic performance, foster a sense of responsibility, and cultivate a lifelong love for learning in our young learners.

Thank you for considering our cause and supporting our efforts to encourage attendance!

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

250 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. Whetsell George F Johnson Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Endicott, NY View local requests

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

250 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Takis Fuego Corn Chips 1 oz. 46 Bags/Pack (220-02045) • Staples $33.21 3 $99.63
Andy Capps Hot Fries .85 oz 72 Count • Quill.com $46.99 2 $93.98
The Snack Bar - Snack Care Package (40 count) - Variety Assortment with American Candy, Fruit Snacks, Gift Snack Box for Lunches, Office, College Students, Road Trips, Holiday Gifts • Amazon Business $26.89 2 $53.78
OREO Mini Cookies, CHIPS AHOY! Mini Cookies, SOUR PATCH KIDS Candy & Nutter Butter Bites Variety Pack, 32 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $20.68 2 $41.36
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, On-the-Go Snacks, Snack Stacks, Variety Pack, 19.3oz Box (27 Cups)​​ • Amazon Business $12.98 3 $38.94
pigipigi Scratch Paper Party Favor: 16 Pack Rainbow Scratch Notebook Kids Art Craft Supplies Birthday Gift for Girls Boys Age 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Years Old Toy Christmas Activity Fun Project Drawing Kit • Amazon Business $17.95 2 $35.90
20 Pcs Deformable Robot Fidget Spinners Toys for Party Favor, Transformable Fingertip Spinner for Classroom Prizes, Halloween Christmas Valentine Gifts for Kids Goodie Bag Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Crayola Dough, Silly Scents - 24x5oz Play Dough Tubs in Assorted Colors and Scents | Great for Christmas Stocking Stuffers, Classroom Supplies, Party Favor Bags, or Treasure Box Toys for Classroom • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Airheads Variety Chewy Candy (220-00705) • Staples $27.90 1 $27.90
Ooly Yummy Yummy Scented Glitter Gel Pens, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $12.50 2 $25.00
20 Pcs Galaxy Cubes Bulk Toys Gifts Space Astronaut Sensory Stress Anxiety Relief Universe Hand Mini Kill Time Finger Game Toys Block Party Favors Stuffers for Kids Adults ADHD Teens • Amazon Business $22.79 1 $22.79
Entervending Bulk Toys - Tiny Dogs and Cats for Kids - Small Animals in Bulk - 100 Pcs Little Pet Toys - Tiny Plastic Toys for Kids Prizes • Amazon Business $20.39 1 $20.39
Glow in The Dark Alien Figurines for Kids - 50 Pcs Small Halloween Party Favors - Goodie Bag Fillers - Pinata Stuffers - Halloween Toys - Bulk Gifts for Kids - Vending Machine Toy • Amazon Business $13.71 1 $13.71
24Pack Bulk Coloring Books for Kids Ages 4-8, 2-4, 8-12, Small Coloring Books for Kids, Kids Birthday Party Favors Gifts Classroom Activity Supplies, Mini Coloring Books Includes Unicorn, Christmas • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Temporary Tattoos For Kids Men • Amazon Business $9.94 1 $9.94
4E's Novelty Foam Tic Tac Toe Game [Bulk 24 Pack] for Kids Individually Wrapped Birthday Party Favors, Goody Bag Fillers, Educational Board Game Gifts for Kids • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79
Stickers for Kids Puffy Kids Stickers Sheets 48 Different Bulk Variety Pack Stickers for Girls Boys Rewards, Craft Scrapbooking Including Animal, Hearts, Trucks, Dinosaurs and More • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$568.07

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$616.54

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$108.80

Total project goal

$725.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $725.34

1 Donor

-$616.54

Donations toward project cost

-$616.54

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$108.80

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 $0.00

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