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Ms. Niemela from Chula Vista, CA is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Blending Active Play Into Our Day!

My students need materials to get moving and motivated: jump ropes, hoops, and targets; supplies to set up fitness circuits; and high-interest books in health & science.

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Students

"Go out and play!" While you may have heard these words as a child, my students spend their hours in front of a TV. Help me create activity and movement at school! My students need access to, and equipment for, a variety of sports activities to curb obesity, build confidence, and get ACTIVE.

My students are a group of incredible 4th graders who live in a low-income, urban setting in Southern California.

Many are from hard-working families with lower education levels, eager to support their child. My students' success is largely due to the use of proven teaching strategies that are effective for all learners, especially English language learners, a majority of our population. The other HUGE factor in their success is their motivation, and understanding that their learning is tied to life outside the classroom: past, present, and most importantly, future! My classroom is structured on the belief that all students deserve a quality education and can achieve. Unfortunately, we recently found out that our students have the highest Body Mass Index (BMI), an indicator of poor health, obesity and other risk factors. We are motivated to get our students healthy and active! We just need support getting the materials we need to make learning engaging and effective for all students!

My Project

We need tools to keep our bodies and minds active. P.E. is often the first to go during budget cuts. Luckily, my site values P.E., and we regularly set aside time in the academic schedule for movement and games. A few years ago, I acquired jump ropes and other supplies but I would love to get enough for all students to play at once! Students will get a good daily workout with these ropes, instead of standing around on the playground. Students can work out daily with jump ropes, instead of standing around on the playground or waiting for their turn. Hoops and targets can be used to encourage movement and precision in hilarious challenges they will LOVE. The Velcro balls will allow activities that all students can participate in--even those with wheelchairs! The kids will use the write-and-wipe supplies and pens to set up fun fitness and game stations outside. The books focus on the importance of physical and emotional health, fitness, and taking care of ourselves.

Obesity is an epidemic in America.

Having access to sports equipment and books about health and fitness allows my students to practice a healthier lifestyle, teamwork, and develop confidence as they enjoy activities they never knew existed! My students live in an area that is not always safe for them to play outside. School is the only place where some of them can get out and play. Thanks to YOU and Jamba Juice for helping me show these kids the importance, and fun, of having an active life!

Ms. Niemela Vista Square Elementary School Grades 3-5

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Chula Vista, CA 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

66 students impacted 15donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
GAME TARGETBALL HOOK AND LOOP SET/24 • School Specialty $47.49 1 $47.49
EE785 - Highlighter Tape Pack - 1 7/8" • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.50 1 $24.50
TARGETS HULA-HOOP HOOPSOFT SET OF 2 • School Specialty $23.74 1 $23.74
CATCH PAD CATCHSOFT SET OF 6 COLORS • School Specialty $21.84 1 $21.84
Farts, Vomit, and Other Functions That Help Your Body • AKJ Books $19.45 1 $19.45
HH438 - Write & Wipe Magnet Bars - Set of 6 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 1 $14.99
PP281 - Magnetic Storage Boxes - Set of 4 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 1 $14.99
Brave Girl • AKJ Books $13.13 1 $13.13
JUMPROPE VINYL G/S 9 ST/6 • School Specialty $13.01 1 $13.01
Crow Call • AKJ Books $12.40 1 $12.40
Zebra Sarasa Retractable Gel Pens Medium Point, 10-Color Set • Quill.com $11.96 1 $11.96
Gold Coin • AKJ Books $5.83 1 $5.83
Water Cycle • AKJ Books $5.83 1 $5.83
Solids, Liquids, and Gases (2nd Edition) • AKJ Books $5.83 1 $5.83
Conductors and Insulators • AKJ Books $5.83 1 $5.83
Understanding Viruses With Max Axiom, Super Scientist • AKJ Books $5.80 1 $5.80
Understanding Global Warming with Max Axiom, Super Scientist • AKJ Books $5.80 1 $5.80
WS158 - Write & Wipe White Sentence Strips • Lakeshore Learning Materials $5.49 1 $5.49
Bad Case of Stripes David Shannon, David Shannon (Illustrato • AKJ Books $5.10 1 $5.10
Going Home • AKJ Books $5.10 1 $5.10

Materials cost

$268.11

Vendor shipping charges

 $10.61

Sales tax

 $24.53

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.02

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$337.27

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.52

Total project goal

$396.79

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $396.79

12 Donors

-$396.79

Donations toward project cost

-$337.27

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$59.52

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