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Ms. Cruz from Coconut Creek, FL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fun Friday Slushie Rewards for Hardworking 4th Graders!

Help me give my students Fun Friday Slushie Rewards for Hardworking 4th Graders!

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Ms. Cruz Tradewinds Elementary School
Coconut Creek, FL Grades 3-5

My Project

Every week, my students work incredibly hard to complete assignments, stay focused, and give their best effort in our classroom. To celebrate their dedication and encourage positive work habits, I want to create a special “Fun Friday Slushie Reward” for students who complete all of their work throughout the week.

My students thrive on positive reinforcement, and something as simple as earning a colorful, refreshing slushie can make a huge impact on motivation and classroom morale.

This reward system will help students build responsibility, perseverance, and pride in their accomplishments while creating joyful memories in our classroom community.

To make this happen, we are requesting slushie materials including juices, cups, straws, and other supplies needed to prepare our weekly treats. These materials will allow students to enjoy a fun and exciting reward that celebrates their hard work and commitment to learning.

Many of my students come from low-income households and may not often experience small rewards or celebrations outside of school. Fun Fridays will give them something positive to look forward to each week while reinforcing the importance of staying on task and completing their work.

Your support will help create a classroom environment where students feel motivated, encouraged, and celebrated for their effort. Thank you for helping us turn hard work into sweet success — one slushie at a time!

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

27 students impacted
Ms. Cruz Tradewinds Elementary School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Coconut Creek, FL View local requests

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

27 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
JOLLY RANCHER® Watermelon Beverage Mix – Fruit Flavor Slushie Mix for Machine, 1/2 Gallon Bottle – Frozen Drink Concentrate, 5:1 Ratio for Slushie & Frozen Drink Machines • Amazon Business $29.09 1 $29.09
JOLLY RANCHER® Blue Raspberry Beverage Mix – Fruit Flavor Slushie Mix for Machine, 1/2 Gallon Bottle – Frozen Drink Concentrate, 5:1 Ratio for Slushie & Frozen Drink Machines • Amazon Business $29.09 1 $29.09
Jarritos® Freeze Pineapple Frozen Uncarbonated Beverage Concentrate, 1/2 Gallon Bottle – 5:1 Mix Ratio for Slushies, Granitas & Frozen Drink Machines – Bright Tropical Pineapple Flavor – 33 Servings • Amazon Business $26.18 1 $26.18
Turbo Bee 5oz Disposable Plastic Cups 500 Pack - Small Drinking & Sample Cups, Bulk Multi-Use Tumblers for Beverages, Mini Desserts, Home, School, Parties, or Commercial Use • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Amazon Basics Disposable Striped Plastic Flex Straws, BPA Free, Food-Safe, 7.5" Long, Assorted Colors, 100 Count • Amazon Business $2.29 2 $4.58

Materials cost

$112.93

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$144.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.52

Total project goal

$170.14

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $170.14

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 $170.14

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