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Ms. Wheeler from Kankakee, IL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Class Store = Motivation

Help me give my students items for our class store that are exciting and new!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Wheeler's classroom raised $343

This project is fully funded

My Project

A class store can be a powerful motivational tool for students because it provides a tangible reward system that recognizes and reinforces positive behavior and academic effort.

By earning Class Dojo points for completing assignments, participating in discussions, or showing kindness and responsibility, students are more likely to stay engaged and take ownership of their learning.

The ability to "spend" their earnings on bendy pencils, snacks, fidget toys, other fun items, or candy from the class store gives them a sense of accomplishment and personal investment in their success. This not only encourages consistent effort but also teaches valuable life skills like saving, budgeting, and goal-setting in an age-appropriate and enjoyable way.

Ms. Wheeler Taft Primary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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.

Kankakee, IL View local requests

Nearly all 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

28 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ctosree 300 Pcs Colorful Bendy Pencils 3 Styles Flexible Soft Bendable Pencils with Eraser for Kids Students School Classroom Supplies Party Favor Novelty Gifts and Reward • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Ultimate Variety Sampler Care Package - Gift Package, Snacks, Chips, Cookies, Bars, Candies, Nuts Gift Box, Great for HALLOWEEN, Christmas, Thanks Giving, Office Meetings ,Friends & Family, Military,College Students (50 Count) • Amazon Business $35.97 1 $35.97
Airheads Variety Chewy Candy 49.5 oz. 90 Bars/Box (220-00705) • Staples $35.34 1 $35.34
Outus Scented Pencils - Graphite & Colored HB Wood Pencils with Fruit Elements (240 Pcs) for Kids Party Favors, Classroom Rewards & School Stocking Fillers • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Dum Dums Original Pops Candy, Assorted Colors, Pack of 200, Orange - Cotton • School Specialty $25.12 1 $25.12
JOYIN Slime Party Favors, 36 Pack Galaxy Slime Ball - Stretchy, Non-Sticky, Mess-Free, Stress Relief, and Safe - Toys for Girls and Boys - Classroom Reward, Party Supplies • Amazon Business $17.79 1 $17.79
nobasco 100 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
Baby Bottle Pop Candy Lollipops - Bulk Candy Variety Party Pack - 10 Count Lollipops w/ Powdered Sugar Dip in Assorted Fruity Candy Flavors - Bulk Candy for Party Favors, Birthdays, Baby Showers • Amazon Business $13.11 1 $13.11
Guoiondw 20 key chains, decorative items, fillers, Christmas gifts, holiday accessories, suitable for children's birthday school carnival rewards, reward boxes, classroom 2025 Valentine's Day gift • Amazon Business $12.78 1 $12.78
Sour Punch Twists, 6" Individually Wrapped Soft & Chewy Candy Tub, 4 Fruit Flavors, 62.4 Oz • Amazon Business $10.62 1 $10.62
Zddaoole 100 Pcs Cute Pencil Topper Decoration,Bulk Random Pencil Topper Accessories,Different Pencil Clips Decorations for Pupil/Junior Students Gifts,Awards,Prize • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
BLUE PANDA 24 Pack Small Notepads for Kids Party Favors - Top Spiral Mini Notebooks Bulk for Stocking Stuffers, Classroom Reward (6 Rainbow Colors, 2.25x3.5 In) • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89

Materials cost

$254.58

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.51

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$290.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$51.34

Total project goal

$342.25

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $342.25

2 Donors

-$342.25

Donations toward project cost

-$290.91

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$51.34

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