My students need a blender, toaster oven, and other cooking supplies to begin their journey to independence with essential life skills!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Hanson's classroom raised $569
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
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
Celebrity chef Guy Fieri said, "Cooking with kids is not just about the ingredients, recipes, and cooking. It's about harnessing imagination, empowerment, and creativity." For my students with special needs, cooking also is about independence!
Our classroom is a whirlwind of activity everyday!
As a classroom for students with special needs, we are constantly in motion helping students develop the skills they will need to be successful, independent adults. My students are inner-city Kindergarten-2nd grade students with a variety of mild to moderate special needs. Many of my students have Down Syndrome, some have autism, while others were born very prematurely, or were prenatally exposed to drugs or alcohol. Within my room, we have a variety of academic and health needs, as well as many students who are also learning English. Our classroom is in constant motion as we do as much as we can everyday to help the students begin their journey towards independence as adults!
My Project
For my students with special needs, life skills that will allow them to lead independent lives as adults are crucial. The supplies of this project will allow us constant access to the materials we need to begin working on a fundamental life skill many of us take for granted - cooking! These small appliances and supplies will allow students to practice turn taking, following directions, and even provide vocabulary practice all while they learn to read simple recipes. Building a foundation for my students on how to use simple kitchen appliances and follow easy recipes is a critical component in their lifelong journey.
This project will allow my students to take the first of many steps to independent living!
My ultimate goal as a special education teacher is to help my students acquire all of the skills they will need to be successful adults, and learning to cook is one of these essential skills. These small appliances and supplies will allow hands-on experiences for my students, and are sure to yield delicious results!
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
RCA-Igloo 3.2 Cubc Foot 2 Door Fridge and Freezer, Black
• Amazon Business
$166.86
1
$166.86
Ninja Professional Blender (BL660)
• Amazon Business
$109.00
1
$109.00
Black & Decker TO3250XSB 8-Slice Extra Wide Toaster Oven, Black/Silver
• Amazon Business
$59.99
1
$59.99
KUKPO 8-Peice Measuring Cup And Measuring Spoon Set - High Quality Stainless Steel - To Measure Dry Rations And Liquids - Cups With Spouts For Easy Pouring - Silicon Handles For Easy Grip
• Amazon Business
$21.99
1
$21.99
Farberware Nonstick Bakeware 4-Piece Toaster Oven Set
• Amazon Business
$19.15
1
$19.15
Trudeau Melamine Mixing Bowls, Set of 3
• Amazon Business
$18.23
1
$18.23
Wilton 570-1121 Easy Flex 3-Piece Silicone Spatula Set, Blue
• Amazon Business
$8.00
1
$8.00
OXO Good Grips 2-Cup Angled Measuring Cup
• Amazon Business
$7.99
1
$7.99
Toaster Oven Size 6-cup Metal Muffin / Cupcake Pan (1, 1 LB)
• Amazon Business
$6.25
1
$6.25
Materials cost
$417.46
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$29.85
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.26
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$483.57
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$85.34
Total project goal
$568.91
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$568.91
3 Donors
-$568.91
Donations toward project cost
-$483.57
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Hanson and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
