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Mrs. Utsey from Camden AR is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Economically Fit For Now and Later

Help me give my students essentials needed for continual great financial literacy activities.

  • $1,702 goal

This project expired on March 22, 2021.

This project expired on March 22, 2021.

Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Students

I teach a classroom full of happy, eager to learn, curious, sweet first graders whom I like to call my “First Grade Scholars”. They are so loving and peaceful. They like to laugh, play, and have fun while learning. They are learning how to become problem solvers and they are learning to adapt to our new way of interacting with people due to the current pandemic. Our school is considered a low-income school where 63% of students receive free or reduced meals. Sadly, many of the students in our district are living in generational poverty, and I know that a good educational foundation will give them a chance to become productive citizens. I have implemented Financial Literacy lessons to help teach them many lifelong skills.

My Project

I created this project to deepen my students’ knowledge about financial literacy and to reward them for being a good citizen. 2020 has been very different for me and my students. They did not get to complete their full year of kindergarten. I have tried to make their first grade year very memorable while being safe. In literacy and math I have strived to create lessons that are engaging, well thought out, and hands on.

I can ensure I have what I need to provide a robust learning experience for my students.

We go to school face to face Monday- Thursdays and are virtual on Fridays. Students also have the option to be full virtual Monday through Fridays. On Thursdays we take time out to count the students' money that they have earned and are given the chance to exchange them for tangible rewards, more books, legos, playdoh and toys! EVERY child needs to learn how to make the world a better place. Since we are unable to share the water fountain for safety and healthy reasons. We have a water cooler in our classroom. I also provide mini water bottles. Students will now have the option to get cold ice water. Some of the items that I am requesting will enhance our classroom experience. We have an Alexa and the plug-ins will be used for it. The extra outlets will be used for our lights. One of their classroom jobs is to be the tidy upper and their responsibility is to keep our room tidy. We have three small carpets and it’s important for me to keep them cleaned throughout the day. The soap dispenser will be useful for dispensing the hand sanitizer. I will use the cupholder and cups beside our water cooler.

Mrs. Utsey
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
GE Profile Opal | Countertop Nugget Ice Maker • Amazon Business $465.99 1 $465.99
Eureka RapidClean Pro Lightweight Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, High Efficiency Powerful Digital Motor LED Headlights, Convenient Stick and Handheld Vac, Essential • Amazon Business $149.99 1 $149.99
Nestle Pure Life Purified Water, 8 Fl oz. Plastic Bottled Water, 24/Carton (11476087) • Quill.com $7.49 15 $112.35
Cooluli Mini Fridge Electric Cooler and Warmer (4 Liter / 6 Can): AC/DC Portable Thermoelectric System w/ Exclusive On the Go USB Power Bank Option (White) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Amazon Smart Plug, works with Alexa – A Certified for Humans Device • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
GA920 TenFrames Class Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
PP911 Economy Instant Learning Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $34.99 1 $34.99
BTaT- Insulated Coffee Mugs, Glass Tea Mugs, Set of 4 (12 oz, 350 ml), Double Wall Glass Coffee Cups, Tea Cups, Latte Cups, Glass Coffee Mug, Beer Glasses, Latte Mug, Clear Mugs, Glass Cappuccino Cups • Amazon Business $34.95 1 $34.95
10" Selfie Ring Light with Tripod Stand & Phone Holder for Live Stream/Makeup, Dimmable Led Camera Beauty Ringlight for YouTube TikTok/Photography Compatible for iPhone and Android Phone(Upgraded) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
KooK Glass Storage Canister, Clear Jar, With Clear Glass Lid- 1/2 Gallon (Set of 2) • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
Regal Bazaar Double-Sided Hanging Gift Bag and Gift Wrap Organizer (White) • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Govee TV LED Backlight, App Control • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
NYHI 300-Pack 6 oz. White Paper Disposable Cups – Hot / Cold Beverage Drinking Cup for Water, Juice, Coffee or Tea – Ideal for Water Coolers, Party, or Coffee On the Go’ • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Sunany USB Flash Drive 128GB, Photo Stick Memory External Data Storage Thumb Drive Compatible with iPhone, iPad, Android, PC and More Devices (Pink) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
mDesign Tea Storage Organizer Box - 8 Divided Sections, Easy-View Hinged Lid - Use in Kitchen, Pantry, and Cabinets; Holder for Tea Bags, Packets, Small Items and Accessories, BPA free - Clear • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Etekcity Remote Control Outlet Wireless Remote Light Switch for Lights, Lamps, Fans, Household Appliances, Up to 100 ft. Range, FCC, ETL Listed (Learning Code, 3Rx-1Tx) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
ExcelMark Rolling Identity Theft Guard Stamp (ID Theft Roller Stamp) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Digital Clock Large Display, LED Electric Alarm Clock Mirror Surface for Makeup with Diming Mode, 3 Levels Brightness, Dual USB Ports Modern Decoration for Home Bedroom Decor(White) • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
ODISTAR Desktop Vacuum Cleaner with Wireless Charger, Mini Table dust Sweeper Energy Saving,High Endurance up to 400 mins, Cordless&360º Rotatable Design for Keyboard/Home/School/Office (White) • Amazon Business $18.98 1 $18.98
BK242 Last Stop on Market Street Hardcover Book • Lakeshore Learning Materials $17.99 1 $17.99
Gosund Smart Plug Compatible with Alexa, Google Home, Smart Outlet No Hub Needed (2Pack) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Phone Stand for Desk, Cell Phone Stand Adjustable Desk Phone Holder Tablet Holder Phone Dock (Pink) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Beats Solo Replacement Ear Pads by Link Dream - Replacement Ear Cushions Kit Memory Foam Earpads Cushion Cover for Solo 2.0/3.0 Wireless Headphone 2 Pieces (White) • Amazon Business $10.95 1 $10.95
Umbra Touch Collection, 2 ¾ dia. x 5 ½ inches, White • Amazon Business $10.00 1 $10.00
San Jamar C3165TBL C3165FBL Medium Pull Type Water Cup Dispenser, Fits 4 to 10 oz Cone and Flat Bottom Cups, 16" Tube Length, Transparent Blue • Amazon Business $9.69 1 $9.69
SUKRAGRAHA Protect Your Privacy Security Strong Adhensive Webcam Cover 0.7MM Thin Compatible with Laptop Desktop PC Macboook iMac Smartphone (3 Pack Round Metal, Rose Gold) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Bamsod 12 Boxes (240 sheets) Soap Paper Sheets Portable Disposal Travel Scented Bath Slice Sheet Foaming Paper Soap Confetti Slide Flakes for Laundry Hand • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$1,290.60

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $106.47

3rd party payment processing fee

$19.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,446.43

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$255.25

Total project goal

$1,701.68

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