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Mrs. Tuckfield from Salt Lake City, UT is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Be The Best I Can Be!

Help me give my students what they need to be the best they can be!

  • $582 goal

This project expired on March 23, 2024.

This project expired on March 23, 2024.

My Project

I teach in the Salt Lake City School District. The population I teach are Resource Special Education Kindergarten to 6th grade. These students have struggles because of their disability. I have students with Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities in Reading, Writing, and Math, Behavior and Self Control Difficulties, Social and Emotional Regulation Problems. I also have students that are living in poverty and have trauma that have made it difficult for them to be successful academically, socially and emotionally.

My Special Education students want to "Be the best they can be" they love it when they can work hard towards something tangible and motivating in order to be successful and do their best.

Many of them are on trackers (behavior and academic) that earn points if they have a good day. Having a extrinsic reward makes all the difference in the day of these children. I can give them positive verbal feedback, and they know I care about them immensely. I am extremely giving, however I buy may prizes for my treasure box with my own money and this isn't possible all the time. Therefore, sometimes I don't have fun things and food for when they do well.

I would appreciate donations and would be extremely grateful for your generosity. Also, my students would appreciate it. Sometime my students come into my classroom and say that they are hungry and it's always nice to have supplies that they can use. Having food also helps them be successful academically, behaviorally, and emotionally. Thanks so very much!

Mrs. Tuckfield Emerson Elementary School Grades 3-5 Salt Lake City, UT View local requests 24 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Slim Jim Original Snack-Sized Smoked Meat Stick 0.28 oz 120 Sticks/Box (61368) • Staples $46.93 1 $46.93
Skinny Pop Variety Snack Pack, 36/Pack (220-01049) • Quill.com $43.99 1 $43.99
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $16.95 2 $33.90
HORIECHALY Scratch and Sniff Stickers, 68 Sheets Scented Stickers,17 Different Scents Smelly Stickers for Kids &Teachers & Parents as Reward Stickers, Christmas Gift, Party Favor. Smelly Stickers. • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
REESE'S Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Assortment Snack Size Candy, Individually Wrapped, 32.06 oz, Bulk Party Bag (3400093922) • Quill.com $27.99 1 $27.99
YAOJITOY Stress Balls-30Pack Sensory Stress Balls Set for Kids and Adults,Alleviate Anxiety,Tension and Improve Focus,Squishy Squeeze Balls for Class Rewards, Birthday Gifts, Party Supplies • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Aitbay 30 Pack Mini Plush Animals Toys Set, Cute Small Stuffed Animal Keychain Set for Party Favors, Goodie Bag Fillers, Carnival Prizes, Classroom Rewards, Kids Valentine Gift Easter Egg Filter • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Leeche Premium Pop Party Favors Toys for kids,107PCS Prize Box Toys for All Ages kids,Birthday Party, School Classroom Rewards, Carnival Prizes, Pinata Fillers, Treasure Chest, Goody Bag Fillers • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
24 Pack Food Squishy Toys for Kids Bulk - Slow Rising (Individually Wrapped) Small Foam Squishy 1.5-2.25" - Sensory Fidget Toys Treasure Chest Reward Prizes for Classroom Party Favors by 4E's Novelty • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
M&M's Lovers Snack Size Variety Milk Chocolate Pieces 30.05 oz. 55 (MMM56025/51793) • Staples $19.10 1 $19.10
Ireer 60 Pcs Scented Pencils for Kids Animal Fruit Scent HB Graphite Pencils with 60 Pcs Cartoon Pencil Toppers Cute Pencil Cap Gift for School Office Classroom Party Reward Supplies (Bright Style) • Amazon Business $17.79 1 $17.79
JOYIN Slime Party Favors, 36 Pack Galaxy Slime Cup Party Favors - Stretchy, Non-Sticky, Mess-Free, Stress Relief, and Safe for Girls and Boys - Classroom Reward, Christmas Party Supplies • Amazon Business $16.59 1 $16.59
Mini Cube 20 Pack Magic Cube, Puzzle Party Favors for Kids Party Puzzle Game Toys Classroom Rewards & School Prize for Students, Stress Relief Toys Goody Bag Filler Birthday Gift • Amazon Business $15.29 1 $15.29
nobasco 60 Pack Sensory Fidget Toys Set, Party Favor Toy Assortment, Birthday Gifts Toys, School Classroom Rewards, Carnival Prizes, Pinata Fillers Goodie Bags Fillers for ADHD Autism Stress Anxiety • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Snack Jar� Starlight Mints, 5 lb Bag • Quill.com $14.99 1 $14.99
ROSYKIDZ Mochi Squishy Toys Bulk, Kids Party Favors Squishies Stress Toys Pack Includes Unicorn and Animals Toy for Kids Boys Girls Class Prize Box Items, Desk Mini Toys for Classroom Rewards (40pcs) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Takis Mini Fuego Rolled Spicy Tortilla Chips, Hot Chili Pepper Lime Flavored, Multipack 25 Individual Snack Packs, 1.23 Ounces Each, Net Weight of 30.75 Ounces • Amazon Business $14.24 1 $14.24
Rice Krispies Treats Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Kids Snacks, Snack Bars, Original (54 Bars) • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, On-the-Go Snacks, Snack Stacks, Variety Pack, 19.3oz Box (27 Cups)​​ • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.9 oz. 40 Packs/Box (PIM94068) • Staples $12.89 1 $12.89
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Stretchy Strings | Sensory Fidget Toys with Multi Animal | Great Classroom Rewards for Kids Students | Quiet Stress Relief Calming Toys | Easter Gifts for Kids | Stretchy Noodle Fidget Toy • Amazon Business $7.15 1 $7.15

Materials cost

$457.82

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$494.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$87.30

Total project goal

$581.99

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