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Mrs. Saffery from Waianae, HI is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Bonds & Belonging: Board Games for a Connected Community

Help me give my students tools to create a sense of community and belonging at school!

  • $567 goal

This project expired on June 23, 2024.

This project expired on June 23, 2024.

My Project

Board games have a unique way of bringing students together, encouraging collaboration, communication, and positive social interactions. By incorporating these games into our school activities, we aim to create a welcoming environment where every student feels valued and accepted.

With your generous support, we can provide our students with opportunities to bond over friendly competition, strategize together, and ultimately strengthen their relationships with one another.

Your contribution will not only bring joy and excitement to our classrooms but will also help foster a culture of belonging and togetherness that will positively impact our school community for years to come.

Join us in building a more connected and inclusive school environment through the power of play. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our students and create lasting memories of unity and belonging.

Thank you for your support in helping us achieve our goal of enhancing students' sense of belonging through board games.

Mrs. Saffery Waianae High School Grades 9-12

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half 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

80 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
10 Pack Large Mesh Zipper Pouch B4 (12x15in) Mesh Bags with Zipper for Organizing Board Game Puzzle School Teacher Classroom Organization Zip Storage Bags Plastic Zipper Pouches Zippered Pouches • Amazon Business $24.55 2 $49.10
JARLINK 40pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch, 8 Sizes Waterproof Zipper Bags for Board Games Storage, 16 Colors Organization Pouches for School Supplies, Office Appliances, Cosmetics, and Travel Accessories • Amazon Business $21.59 2 $43.18
Hasbro Clue Board Game • Kaplan Early Learning Company $39.56 1 $39.56
Hasbro The Game of Life Board Game (E4304) • Staples $25.47 1 $25.47
Pressman Chess Board Game Pack of 3 (PRE112412-3) • Staples $22.56 1 $22.56
Hues & Cues: A Guessing Game of Colors and Clues • Blick Art Materials $21.51 1 $21.51
12 Pcs Eye Mask Sleep Blindfold with Nose Pad and Elastic Strap for Travel Sleep, Game Sleeping, Black • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Hasbro Sorry! Board Game - Elementary-Middle School - Kids • School Specialty $17.69 1 $17.69
Hasbro Gaming Wordle The Party Game, 2-4 Players, Official Wordle Board Game Inspired by New York Times, Easter Basket Stuffers or Gifts for Teens, Ages 14+ • Amazon Business $17.59 1 $17.59
Hasbro Gaming Jenga Wooden Blocks Stacking Tumbling Tower Kids Game Ages 6 and Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Hasbro Gaming Battleship With Planes Strategy Board Game for Ages 7 and Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Hasbro Gaming Scrabble Board Game,Word Game for Kids Ages 8 and Up,Fun Family Game for 2-4 Players,The Classic Crossword Game • Amazon Business $16.72 1 $16.72
Hasbro Gaming Scattergories Classic Game, Party Game for Adults and Teens Ages 13 and up, Board Game for 2+ Players • Amazon Business $16.65 1 $16.65
Monopoly Game, Family Board Games for 2 to 6 Players & Kids Ages 8 and Up, Includes 8 Tokens (Token Vote Edition) • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
Hasbro Twister Party Classic Board Game for 2 or More Players,Indoor and Outdoor Game for Kids 6 and Up,Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
USAOPOLY TAPPLE® Word Game | Fast-Paced Family Board Game | Choose a Category & Race Against The Timer to be The Last Player | Learning Game Great for All Ages • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
Maverick Playing Cards, Standard Index, Red and Blue, (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Hasbro Gaming Connect 4, Strategy Board Game, Kids Easter Gifts or Basket Stuffers, Ages 6+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $11.79 1 $11.79
Pressman Checkers -- Classic Game With Folding Board and Interlocking Checkers, 2 Players • Amazon Business $9.22 1 $9.22

Materials cost

$399.90

Vendor shipping charges

 $27.77

Sales tax

 $17.60

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$481.27

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$84.93

Total project goal

$566.20

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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