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Ms. Larsen from Cleveland, TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Fund Our Classroom Store!

Help me give my students an amazing classroom store to help foster good behavior and give them motivation to succeed! These rewards can help foster creativity and help them develop their sense of personality!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Larsen's classroom raised $627

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

I'm excited to introduce my project aimed at enhancing student motivation and engagement through a classroom store. The store will serve as a reward system where students can redeem points earned through positive behavior, academic achievements, and participation in class activities. By offering appealing items such as room décor, journals, pens, markers, backpacks, and other fun supplies, we can create an environment that celebrates student effort and fosters a sense of ownership and pride in their learning space.

Incorporating a classroom store not only incentivizes students but also encourages them to set and achieve personal goals.

By earning points through demonstrated responsibility and participation, students will learn valuable life skills such as budgeting, decision-making, and the importance of hard work. This initiative aims to create a positive feedback loop where students are motivated to excel academically and behaviorally, knowing that their efforts will be recognized and rewarded in tangible ways.

To make this vision a reality, I am seeking funding to stock the classroom store with a variety of items that appeal to students' interests and needs. With your support, we can provide an engaging and interactive way for students to take ownership of their achievements while fostering a positive classroom culture. Together, we can inspire our students to strive for excellence and make their classroom a vibrant and rewarding place to learn

Ms. Larsen Santa Fe Middle School Grades 6-8

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Cleveland, TX 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Squishville Mini-Squishmallows Besties Multipack - 14 Rainbow 2-Inch Plush Toys: Red Panda, Tabby Cat, Octopus & More • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Trail maker Clear Backpack Heavy Duty with Padded Straps, Side Pockets for Kids, Boys, Girls, School, Stadium Approved Events • Amazon Business $12.86 2 $25.72
EOOUT 24 Pack Kraft Notebooks, Journals in Bulk for Writing, Blank Paper Sketchbooks, 60 Pages Composition Notebook, 8.3x5.5 Inch, A5 Size, Travel Journal Set, for Gifts, Students and Office Supplies • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Mexico Flag 3x5 Foot- Mexican National Flags Indoor/Outdoor Quality Polyester with Vivid Color Brass Grommets Decorations • Amazon Business $6.89 3 $20.67
Shuttle Art 120 Unique Colors (No Duplicates) Gel Pens Gel Pen Set for Adult Coloring Books Art Markers • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
ipalmay Home Night Lights for Kids USB Rechargeable Lamps, ABS+PC Bedside Lamp for Breastfeeding, Touch Control&Timer Setting, White Duck • Amazon Business $19.92 1 $19.92
Adult Coloring Books Super Set -- 10 Deluxe Coloring Books for Adults and Teens • Amazon Business $19.91 1 $19.91
The Mega Deals Colored Pencils, 50 Shades, Pre-Sharpened, Soft Lead, Included Sharpener, Ultimate Color Pencil Set • Amazon Business $8.90 2 $17.80
XIYUNTE Neon Rainbow Light, Cute Led Rainbow Neon Signs for Wall Decor, USB or Battery Powered Rainbow Neon Lights for Bedroom, Colorful Rainbow Led Lights for Girls Room, Dorm, Party, Wedding • Amazon Business $16.49 1 $16.49
RESTLY Premium 40 Alcohol Markers Brush Tip for Drawing & Sketching – Stunning Dual Tip Coloring Pens for Kids & Adults – Alcohol Based Coloring Markers for Adult Coloring Painting, Calligraphy • Amazon Business $16.19 1 $16.19
Elmer's Disappearing Purple School Glue Sticks, Washable, 7 Grams, 60 Count • Amazon Business $15.42 1 $15.42
ipalmay Cute Dinosaur Night Light, Brightness Adjustable Baby Bedside Night Lamp USB Recharging, Nursery Room Decor Kids Toddlers Night Light, Dinosaur Gifts for Birthday, Christmas, Green • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
TECH DECK, Sk8shop Fingerboard Bonus Pack, Collectible and Customizable Mini Skateboards (Styles May Vary) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Good Vibes Coloring Book For Teens: A Motivational and Calming Quotes Coloring Book For Teenagers With Positive Sayings and Inspirational Affirmations for Relaxing and Building Confidence • Amazon Business $6.95 2 $13.90
Anxiety Relief Coloring Book for Teens: Creativity to Find Calm • Amazon Business $6.69 2 $13.38
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pen, Medium Point, Assorted Ink, Dozen (74423) • Quill.com $13.03 1 $13.03
ENUOLI Neon Signs,Music Note Shaped Neon Lights LED Decor Night Light Wall Bedside Decor Battery/USB Operated Creative Lighting for Christmas,Wedding,Birthday Gift,Pub,Kids Room,Living Room(Pink) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Trail maker Clear Backpack Heavy Duty with Padded Straps, Side Pockets for Kids, Boys, Girls, School, Stadium Approved Events • Amazon Business $12.86 1 $12.86
PAPERAGE Dotted Journal Notebook, (Black), 160 Pages, Medium 5.7 inches x 8 inches - 100 GSM Thick Paper, Hardcover • Amazon Business $11.85 1 $11.85
PAPERAGE Dotted Journal Notebook, (Lavender), 160 Pages, Medium 5.7 inches x 8 inches - 100 GSM Thick Paper, Hardcover • Amazon Business $11.83 1 $11.83
PAPERAGE Dotted Journal Notebook, (Red), 160 Pages, Medium 5.7 inches x 8 inches - 100 GSM Thick Paper, Hardcover • Amazon Business $11.83 1 $11.83
XIYUNTE Neon Sign Lightning Bolt Neon Light Sign for Wall Decor, USB or Battery Powered Blue Led Lightning Bolt Neon Signs for Bedroom, Kids Room, Living Room, Bar, Party, Christmas, Wedding • Amazon Business $11.49 1 $11.49
Long USB Type C Charger Cable Fast Charging 6FT, 5Pack Android USB-A to USB-C Fast Phone Charging Cord for Samsung Galaxy S20 S10 S10E S9 S8 Plus Note 10 9 8,Z Flip,LG V50 V40 V30 V20 • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Kids Party Favors Slime Putty, 16 Pack Galaxy Slime Bulk, Slime Kit for Girls & Boys 10-12, Slime, Birthday Gifts, Easter Basket Stuffers for Kids • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Student Planner 2024-2025 - Academic Planner from July 2024 - June 2025, Weekly & Monthly Planners for Students 11"x 8.3", Flexible Cover, Strong Golden Binding, Printed Tabs, Planner with Stickers • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
LABUK 12pcs Highlighters, Aesthetic Pastel Cute Highlighter for Bible and Pens No Bleed, with Assorted Colors, Dry Fast Easy to Hold for Journal Planner Notes School Office Supplies • Amazon Business $4.99 2 $9.98
Student Planner 2024-2025 - School Planner, JUL 2024 - JUN 2025, 6.3" x 8.4", Monthly Weekly Planner/Agenda, Thick Paper + Holidays + 3-Hole Punched + Twin-Wire Binding, Stickers, Blue • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
NICETHUMB Alien Neon Sign LED Alien Neon Light USB/Battery Operated Cool Alien Light Up Sign for Wall Decor Game Room Aesthetic Hanging Light for Man Cave Stuff, Bedroom, Bar, Party, Christmas • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Tic Tac Toe Wooden Board Game, Table Toy Player Room Decor Tables Family XOXO Decorative Pieces Adult Rustic Kids Play Travel Backyard Discovery Night Level Drinking Romantic Decorations. • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Velavior Friendship Bracelets Kit, 28 Colors Clay Beads Bracelet Making Kit Polymer Heishi Beads with Charms Strings Jewelry Making Kits Crafts Gifts Toys Set for Girls Kids Teen • Amazon Business $8.10 1 $8.10
Student Planner 2024-2025 - School Planner, Aug. 2024 - Jun. 2025, 8.5" x 11", 2024-2025 School/Academic Planner with 3-Hole Punched & Stickers • Amazon Business $7.89 1 $7.89
XIYUNTE Cloud Neon Sign, LED Cloud Neon Lights for Bedroom, USB or Battery Powered Cloud Shaped Neon Signs for Wall Decor Aesthetic Teen Girl Kids Room Christmas Birthday Party Decoration, White • Amazon Business $7.49 1 $7.49
DANF Honduras Flag 3x5 Ft Thick Polyester, Fade Resistant, Brass Grommets, Canvas Header, Double Sided Honduran National Flags 3 x 5 Feet • Amazon Business $6.89 1 $6.89
iPhone Charger, [Apple MFi Certified] 2PACK 6FT USB to Lightning Cable Power Fast Charging Cord Compatible with iPhone 14/13/12/11 Pro Max/XS MAX/XR/XS/X/8/7/Plus/6S/6/SE/5S/iPad • Amazon Business $6.39 1 $6.39
QUEFE 3800pcs Clay Beads for Jewelry Making Kit with 156 Letter Beads Flat Polymer Heishi Beads DIY Arts and Crafts Kit 6mm 16 Colors • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
TANMIT Gel Pens, 33 Color Gel Pen Fine Point Colored Pen Set with 40% More Ink for Adult Coloring Books, Drawing, Doodling, Scrapbooks Journaling • Amazon Business $5.94 1 $5.94

Materials cost

$494.78

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.42

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$532.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$93.92

Total project goal

$626.12

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $626.12

4 Donors

-$587.88

Donations toward project cost

-$510.95

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$76.93

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$13.24

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 $0.00

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