Enhancing Our Classroom Environment with Functional Amenities
Help me give my students a mini refrigerator and adhesive wallpaper for cabinets to improve the classroom's functionality and aesthetics, while also introducing a system of positive reinforcement through student incentives.
$315 goal
This project expired on July 24, 2025.
This project expired on July 24, 2025.
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 Project
Incentives play a crucial role in supporting students with disabilities by enhancing their educational experience in several key ways:
1.
Encouraging Positive Behavior: Implementing reward systems can effectively promote desired behaviors among students with disabilities. By providing tangible rewards for positive actions, students are motivated to repeat those behaviors, fostering a more conducive learning environment.
2. Boosting Self-Esteem and Confidence: Positive reinforcement through incentives can significantly enhance self-esteem in students with special needs. Recognizing and rewarding their achievements, no matter how small helps build their confidence and encourages them to engage more actively in learning activities.
3. Improving Focus and Engagement: Incentives can increase students' attention and engagement during lessons. For instance, classroom-specific rewards can drive excitement and involvement, making learning more interactive and enjoyable.
4. Facilitating Skill Development: Reward systems can be tailored to encourage the development of specific skills that students with disabilities may find challenging. By setting clear goals and providing rewards upon achievement, students are motivated to work on areas requiring improvement, leading to skill acquisition and mastery. Also, A well-equipped and visually appealing classroom fosters a conducive learning atmosphere. By incorporating a mini refrigerator, we can provide students with access to chilled snacks and beverages, promoting healthy eating habits and ensuring they remain energized throughout the day. Applying adhesive wallpaper to our cabinets will revitalize the classroom's appearance, creating a more inviting and engaging space for students to learn and collaborate.
More than three‑quarters 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
90 students impacted
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Cooluli 15L Mini Fridge with Magnetic Blackboard - Portable Small Refrigerator for Travel, Car & Office, V15LE2BK
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$99.99
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$99.99
SATINIOR 12 Pcs Privacy Folders Desk Dividers Privacy Boards for Classroom Privacy, 12 Styles, Testing Dividers Bulk for Classroom, Panel Privacy Folders for School Teacher Student Study (Starry Sky)
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COSNIGHT 23.6" ×236" Wood Grain Wallpaper Peel and Stick Vinyl Film Self Adhesive Decor Wall Paper for Cabinet Drawer Shelf Liner Easy to Clean
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$33.99
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$33.99
SoulLife 24 Pack Press Bubble Fidget Spinners Toys, Pop Sensory Popper Fidget Spinners Toys Bulk, Birthday Return Gifts Party Favors Student Gift Classroom Prize Stocking Stuffersfor Kids
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12 Pack Funny Sensory Fidget Toys,Deformable Chain DIY Robot Spinners Fingertip Stress Relief Gyro Toy Birthday Gifts Goodie Bag Easter Basket Stuffers Classroom Prizes Party Favors for Kids Adults
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$15.93
Vumdua 100 Pcs 6 oz Disposable Paper Cups, Hot Cold Beverage Drinking Cup for Coffee, Water, Tea, Juice, Espresso & Cortado (White)
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$9.99
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$9.99
MCPINKY Slap Bracelets, 48PCS Kids Slap Wristbands with UFO Astronaut Space Stars Pattern Snap Bracelets for Party Favor New Year Gifts School Classroom Prize Exchange
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Materials cost
$233.85
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.51
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$267.36
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$47.18
Total project goal
$314.54
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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