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Mrs. Kaohi from Keaau, HI is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Every Day Counts!

Help me give my students fun activities to promote great school-wide attendance. After 5 days of perfect attendance, classes get to spin a wheel with rewards such as shaved ice, popcorn, bubbles, chalk, hot chocolate or fun run.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Kaohi's classroom raised $751

This project is fully funded

My Project

Implementing a system where elementary school classes earn rewards for maintaining good attendance can significantly enhance their educational experience. Consistent attendance fosters a stable learning environment, allowing teachers to effectively cover curriculum material without interruptions. When students are present, they have more opportunities to engage in classroom discussions, participate in hands-on activities, and develop meaningful relationships with peers. This fosters a sense of community and belonging, which in turn boosts morale and motivation to learn.

Furthermore, regular attendance establishes routines crucial for academic success, instilling discipline and responsibility early on.

By incentivizing attendance with rewards such as extra recess time, class parties, or special privileges, students are encouraged to prioritize their education, leading to improved academic performance and long-term educational outcomes. We need popcorn bags, cups, chalk, mini bubble wands and snow cone spoons to use as incentives.

Mrs. Kaohi Kea'au Elementary 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.

Keaau, HI View local requests

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

860 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Chalk City Sidewalk Chalk, 136 Count, Jumbo Chalk, Non-Toxic, Washable, Art Set • Amazon Business $17.89 8 $143.12
Lamosi 500 Count 12 oz Paper Coffee Cups Bulk, Disposable Paper Cups No Lids 12oz, Sturdy Durable Drinking Cups for Water Juice or Tea (Grey Lattice) • Amazon Business $47.79 2 $95.58
160 Pack 16 Colors Mini Bubble Wand Bulk Assortment for Kid, Party Favors Toy for Carnival Prizes, Pinata Gift Bag Stuffer for Child Girl Boy Toddler, Themed Birthday Wedding Valentines Day Activities • Amazon Business $21.98 4 $87.92
YEEHAW Plastic Cups 12 oz - 300 Pack, Disposable Clear Plastic Cups, Cold Party Drinking Cups, Transparent Plastic Cups Bulk for Ice Cream, Disposable Cups for Wedding,Party • Amazon Business $22.99 3 $68.97
Igloo Portable Sports Cooler Water Beverage Dispenser with Flat Seat Lid • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Concession Essentials 8'' Unwrapped Snow Cone Spoon Straw Assorted Bright Colors. Pack of 800ct. • Amazon Business $19.69 2 $39.38
1 oz. Popcorn Bag, Burst Design, 1000 per Case • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Inteplast Interplast Paper Bag, 6 Pound Capacity, Kraft, Pack of 500 • School Specialty $25.87 1 $25.87
Amazon Basics Freezer Gallon Bags, 90 Count (Previously Solimo) • Amazon Business $11.00 2 $22.00
X3 Powder-Free Nitrile Gloves Latex Free Large Black 100/Box (BX346100) • Staples $11.94 1 $11.94

Materials cost

$567.76

Vendor shipping charges

$6.86

Sales tax

$24.98

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$638.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$112.61

Total project goal

$750.73

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$750.73

1 Donor

-$750.00

Donations toward project cost

-$637.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$112.50

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$0.00

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