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Ms. Jones from Mobile, AL is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fun Sports and Exercise Gear for Happy Kindergartners!

Help me give my students an opportunity as we integrate sports and exercise equipment into our curriculum. This will provide my Kindergartners an opportunity to thrive holistically.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Jones's classroom raised $416

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As our little learners step into the world of education, they are not only embarking on academic pursuits but also navigating their emotional and social development. At this tender age, we must equip them with not just knowledge but the tools to foster their overall well-being.

Exercise equipment, such as parachutes, plush toys, SEL toys, and favors, can transform our classroom into a vibrant space where students learn teamwork, resilience, and determination.

Additionally, the parachute can be used for engaging group activities, promoting cooperation, and enhancing gross motor skills, while the plush toys provide comfort and serve as tools for imaginative play. The SEL toys are essential for supporting social-emotional learning, helping children develop critical interpersonal skills. Lastly, favors can serve as incentives that motivate and reward positive behavior, further enhancing the classroom environment.

These activities promote physical health, enhance motor skills, and encourage social interactions that help build strong friendships. But the benefits extend beyond physical activity. Incorporating these materials also supports positive mental health. Engaging in sports and exercise allows children to express themselves, manage emotions, and develop a strong sense of self-esteem.

Every time they play with exercise equipment or participate in physical activities, they are not just having fun; they are learning vital life skills that will serve them far beyond these early years. By forming healthy habits and understanding the importance of physical and mental well-being, we set our students on a path to success that encompasses body and mind.

Your support through DonorsChoose will make a profound impact, ensuring that every child can access these enriching experiences. Together, we can lift our kindergartners to new heights of joy, health, and emotional resilience. Let’s build a brighter future for them, one playful movement at a time!

Project tagged as

Mobile, AL
Grades PreK-2
Mental Health
Traditional School
Sports & Exercise Equipment
More than half of students from low‑income households

Ms. Jones Eichold - Mertz School Math & Science Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Physical Education Parachute 20 ft Dia • Grainger $118.80 1 $118.80

8 Mini Emotion Plush Toys with A Little SPOT of Feelings Hardcover Book Set (fidget toy set, social emotional learning, compassion, calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $52.00 1 $52.00

Sportime Neon Foam Dice, 3 Inches, Set of 6 - Grades K-6 - Kids - Durable • School Specialty $24.89 2 $49.78

1000+ PCS Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Birthday Gift,Christmas Stocking Stuffers,Christmas Gift,Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Carnival Prizes,Pinata Filler Sensory Toy for Classroom • Amazon Business $33.79 1 $33.79

Sportime Tri-Lingual Sequencing Educational Bean Bags, Assorted Colors, Set of 6 - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $32.99 1 $32.99

Materials cost			$287.36
Vendor shipping charges			$8.28
Sales tax			$23.42
3rd party payment processing fee			$4.31
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$353.37
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$62.36
Total project goal			$415.73
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$415.73
3 Donors			-$215.72
Donations toward project cost			-$197.93
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$17.79
match offer			-$182.87
Match offer toward project cost			-$155.44
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$27.43
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$17.14
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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This teacher needs your help!

Fun Sports and Exercise Gear for Happy Kindergartners!

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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