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Ms. Jones from Jackson, MS is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Don’t Worry, Be Happy

Help me give my students social emotional learning materials, positive incentives, and decor for their sneaker ball.

  • $1,000 goal

This project expired on June 23, 2024.

This project expired on June 23, 2024.

My Project

My students range from kindergarten to fifth grade, and they are exceptional! They are always eager to learn. I get a sense of happiness each day when I am greeted by their beautiful faces. I love their joy and enthusiasm for school. This year, we are in need of more tools to help us adequately communicate our thoughts, feelings, and emotions. After experiencing such devastating emotions from the past tornadoes and storms, we are in need of positivity and with your contributions I am hoping to help increase student morale. My students have been directly impacted by tornadoes and other storms in our area. We have experienced low water pressure, trees being damaged, and several of my students’ houses were destroyed. I am requesting affirmation posters, positive feedback pencils, attendance bracelets, PBIS rewards, and other social-emotional learning materials to help students deal with their emotions and feelings. I am also requesting decor for their sneaker ball to ensure that my students have an opportunity to enjoy themselves and forget about their “home life” at their sneaker ball. I am also requesting colored paper and other materials to do fun crafting projects to enhance their creativity, decision-making, and team-building skills.

Ms. Jones Iola Tapler Wilkins Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Fitable Rectangle Tablecloth 90x156 inch Tablecloth Stain and Wrinkle Resistant Washable Polyester Table Cloth, Decorative Fabric Table Cover for Dining Table, Buffet Parties and Camping Black • Amazon Business $25.99 4 $103.96
Amazon Basics Multipurpose Copy Printer Paper, 8.5" x 11", 20 lb, 10 Reams, 5000 Sheets, 92 Bright, White • Amazon Business $48.99 2 $97.98
LANGXUN 9.5ft Large Size Metal Circle Balloon Arch Decoration, for Birthday Decoration, Wedding Decoration, Graduation Decorations and Event Party Supplies, Baby Shower Photo Background Decoration • Amazon Business $57.99 1 $57.99
School Specialty HotSpots Yoga Spots, Set of 12 - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $54.97 1 $54.97
Glade Exotic Tropical Blossoms PlugIns Scented Oil 6 Refills + Warmer • Amazon Business $16.29 3 $48.87
Red Aisle Runner (3x50 FT) — Hollywood Wedding Disposable Carpet for Indoor Outdoor Party Prom Special Event — Includes Pull String and Double-Sided Adhesive Tape • Amazon Business $32.98 1 $32.98
Poise3EHome 2Pcs 3Ft x 8Ft Sequin Backdrop Curtain, Red Sequin Backdrop, Sequin Curtains for Party Wedding Sequence Backdrop • Amazon Business $26.80 1 $26.80
Poise3EHome 2Pcs 3Ft x 8Ft Black Sequin Backdrop Curtain, Glitter Photography Background, Sequence Xmas Thanksgiving Backdrop for Wedding Party Holiday Festival Decor • Amazon Business $24.80 1 $24.80
Topkolor 522 Ink Refill Bottles Replacement for T522 522 Ink Refill Bottles (Not Sublimation Ink) Use for Epson ET-2720, ET-2800, ET-2803, ET-4800,ET-4700 Printer (5 Bottles) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
A Kids Book About Trauma - social emotional learning collection (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
MOXMAY Balloon Column Kit — Set of 2 Balloon Columns with Stand Base and Pole Balloon Tower Backdrop Decoration for Wedding Baby Shower Birthday Party 100 Balloons Included(Black Gold Red) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Astrobrights Colored Paper, 24 lbs., 8.5" x 11", Gamma Green, 500 Sheets/Ream (22541) • Quill.com $18.71 1 $18.71
Cheetos Cheese Flavored Snacks, Flamin' Hot Crunchy, 1 Ounce (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $18.39 1 $18.39
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack, Bleach Free Cleaning Wipes - 105 Wipes (30112) • Quill.com $8.79 2 $17.58
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, Bright Yellow, 625 Sheets, 24 lb/89 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91618) • Amazon Business $17.49 1 $17.49
Febreze Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Refill, Gain Original Scent, 0.87 Fl. Oz. 3/Pack (54341) • Quill.com $15.99 1 $15.99
Febreze Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Refill, Downy April Fresh Scent, 0.87 Fl. Oz. 3/Pack (52369) • Quill.com $15.99 1 $15.99
Febreze Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Refill, Linen & Sky Scent, 0.87 Fl. Oz. 3/Pack (54344) • Quill.com $15.59 1 $15.59
Crayola Take Note! Chisel Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count • Kaplan Early Learning Company $15.26 1 $15.26
Grandys Candys Sour Candy, Sour Punch Straws- Sour Candy Variety Straws- Individually Wrapped- Perfect for every occasion. Apple, Blue Raspberry, Cherry, & Strawberry Flavors (1 Pound) • Amazon Business $14.46 1 $14.46
Solobo: Only the Emotions Coins (30 per pack) - social emotional learning tools • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $14.00 1 $14.00
Pacon Neon Paper, 8-1/2" x 11", Green, 100 Sheets/Pack (104317) • Quill.com $13.49 1 $13.49
Charms Blow Pops, Assorted Flavors, 45 Count - 29.25 Ounce Bag • Amazon Business $12.00 1 $12.00
JOLLY RANCHER Assorted Fruit Flavored Hard Candy Variety Bag, 46 oz • Amazon Business $11.42 1 $11.42
Happy Place Motivational Mini Poster Pack • Lakeshore Learning Materials $9.99 1 $9.99
Gel Pens Set, 16 Colored Retractable Gel Ink Medium Point Colorful Pens with Comfort Grip, Smooth Writing for Journal Notebook Planner in School Office Home by Smart Color Art • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Febreze Plug Air Freshener Scented Oil Warmer (76985) • Quill.com $4.49 2 $8.98
Glade PlugIns Air Freshener Warmer, Scented and Essential Oils for Home and Bathroom, Up to 60 Days on Low Setting, 5 Count • Amazon Business $6.45 1 $6.45

Materials cost

$745.10

Vendor shipping charges

 $11.00

Sales tax

 $52.16

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$849.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.90

Total project goal

$999.34

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