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Ms. Castillo from Chicago, IL is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fueling Playful Learning in PreK: Building Strong Bodies-Bright Minds

Help me give my students engaging gross motor activities so we can continue to nurture healthy minds and bodies in our Pre-K classrooms.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Castillo's classroom raised $1,261

This project is fully funded

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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

Hi everyone! I'm Ms. Castillo, a pre-K teacher, and I'm reaching out to you today with a request that will spark joy, learning, and physical growth in my amazing young students.

I believe every child deserves access to resources that inspire them to grow & learn and with your support, we can create a more vibrant and engaging gross motor experience.

Currently, during gross motor, my students have access to the gymnasium's balls and hula hoops for play and exploration. While I'm grateful for these resources, I believe we can create an even more enriching experience that fosters knowledge, movement, and teamwork. This is where we need your help in donating to further their learning.

With your generous donations, we can equip both of our pre-K classrooms with a variety of exciting equipment during gross motor, including:

Bikes and tricycles: These will help my students develop gross motor skills, balance, and coordination while experiencing the thrill of independent movement.

Parachutes: These colorful wonders will ignite imaginations, encourage cooperative play, and introduce STEM concepts like air pressure and gravity.

Scooter boards: These versatile tools will enhance balance, agility, and coordination while providing endless opportunities for active play.

Pre-K at our school wants to thank you for your generosity!

Ms. Castillo Graham Elementary School Annex 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.

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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

40 students impacted 20donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kids Tricycle for Rider Ages 2+,Preschool Daycare Kids Trike Bike,Metal Kids Trike with Non-Slip Grip, Pedals and Inflation-Free Rubber Wheels,Kids Outdoor Playground Equipment • Amazon Business $148.99 3 $446.97
Champion Sports Scooter Board with Handles, Set of 6, Wide 12 x 12 Base - Multi-Colored, Fun Sports Scooters with Non-Marring Plastic Casters for Children - Premium Kids Outdoor Activities and Toys • Amazon Business $111.09 3 $333.27
Parachute w/ 20 Handles - 24 ft. Diameter • Teachers' School Supply $156.00 1 $156.00
Sportime Two-Person Parachutes, 33 x 50 Inches, Assorted Colors, Set of 6 - Nylon - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $65.99 1 $65.99

Materials cost

$1,002.23

Vendor shipping charges

$23.76

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$15.03

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,071.02

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$189.00

Total project goal

$1,260.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,260.02

18 Donors

-$811.60

Donations toward project cost

-$699.22

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$112.38

match offer

-$437.41

Match offer toward project cost

-$371.80

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.61

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$11.01

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$0.00

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