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

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Compassion Is the Key to Success in Kindergarten

Help me give my students the tools they need to be successful by understanding their emotions.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Singh's classroom raised $322

This project is fully funded

My Project

Our classroom is a vibrant community of young learners, and I am committed to nurturing not only their academic growth but also their social and emotional development.

Early childhood is a critical period for developing social-emotional skills that lay the foundation for a lifetime of empathy, kindness, and understanding.

I strive to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that cultivates compassion and empathy where every student feels valued and heard.

To achieve this goal, I am seeking support to implement a series of activities and resources that will help my students develop a deeper understanding of compassion and empathy. These resources will include conversation cubes to help my students focus and clearly verbalize their feelings and to be able to listen to others, making good choice puzzles to help my students see the possible outcomes of their actions, and hands-on activities that encourage students to recognize and appreciate the feelings of others, understand diverse perspectives, and practice kindness in their daily interactions. The snacks and incentives will be used as a reward system for students who show empathy and compassion to others.

By supporting this project, you will be helping to create a classroom environment where empathy and compassion are not just taught but lived everyday. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on my students, empowering them to become caring, thoughtful, and responsible individuals who contribute positively to our school community and beyond.

Thank you for considering our project and for your commitment to supporting the social and emotional development of our young learners.

Ms. Singh Teachers College Community School - Lower 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.

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Oreo Mini Oreo Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, 1.5 oz, 60/Carton (NFG00011) • Quill.com $40.99 1 $40.99
CloroxPro Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Fresh Scent, 700 Count • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
50 Pcs Rubber Ducks, Random Assortment Mini Rubber Duck Toys, Assortment Duckies for Jeeps Ducking, Bulk Floater Duck Bath Toys, Baby Bath Toy, Birthday Gifts, Holiday Party Favors • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Rice Krispies Treats Marshmallow Cereal Bar 0.78 oz. 60 Bars/Box (KEE17120) • Staples $20.79 1 $20.79
Eaasty 180 pcs Back to School Recognition Rewards Award Certificates for Kid Student Certificates Preschool Award Certificates of Achievement Card for Teacher Classroom School Supplies • Amazon Business $18.79 1 $18.79
Learning Resources Emotion Fidget Poppers Classroom Set - Social Emotional Classroom Learning Activities for Kids Ages 3+, Montessori Calming Toys, Birthday Gifts for Boys and Girls Back to School • Amazon Business $18.49 1 $18.49
Learning Resources Let's Talk! Cubes, Assorted Colors, 6/Pack (LER6369) • Quill.com $14.69 1 $14.69
Breling 30 Sets Happy Birthday Pencils and Cupcakes Greeting Cards 30 Pcs Rainbow Wood Pencil with Erasers 30 Pcs Mini Card for School Classroom Reward Birthday Party Birthday Certificates for Student • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Tanlade 46 Pcs Candy Reward Mason Jar for Kids Classroom Magnetic Candy Rewards Jar with Candy Stickers Positive Behavior Reward Chart Tools for Home School Classroom Management Supplies • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Lakeshore Making Good Choices Match-Ups • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 1 $12.99
Nabisco Team Favorites Variety Pack, OREO Mini, CHIPS AHOY! Mini, Teddy Grahams Honey & Barnum's Animal Crackers, School Snacks, 30 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
Mott's Fruit Flavored Snacks, Assorted Fruit, Pouches, 0.8 oz, 40 ct • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Cupcake-Scented Motivational Stickers • Lakeshore Learning Materials $3.49 1 $3.49

Materials cost

$239.15

Vendor shipping charges

$0.82

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$273.56

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.28

Total project goal

$321.84

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$321.84

2 Donors

-$160.57

Donations toward project cost

-$137.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.49

match offer

-$160.57

Match offer toward project cost

-$136.48

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.09

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.70

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

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