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Ms. Kish from Allentown, PA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help My Students Say Focused and Engaged!

Help me give my students various supports to help them stay focused and engaged!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Kish's classroom raised $308

This project is fully funded

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My Project

Help My Students Stay Focused and Engaged!

Some of my students need extra tools to help them concentrate and feel comfortable while learning.

I’m requesting supplies to help my students, so we can create a supportive and calm learning environment. Many of my students have difficulty sitting still, during instruction. These resources will help them focus, reduce distractions, and stay engaged in their work.

Your donation will provide all of my students with the tools they need to succeed and thrive. Thank you for supporting my students’ success! It is greatly appreciated.

Ms. Kish Sheridan Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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.

Allentown, PA 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
Crystiles Six (6) Assorted Color 12''X 12'' Liquid Floor Tile - ASTM, BS EN71, CPSIA Certified,Liquid Sensory Floor Decorative Tiles, 6 Tiles • Amazon Business $115.99 1 $115.99
Calm Strips: Original CLASSROOM PACK 30 Sensory Focus (fidget toys, social emotional learning awareness, teen mental health stickers, calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $42.00 1 $42.00
Bouncyband Fidget Foot Roller • School Specialty $20.02 2 $40.04
Sotiff 24 Pcs Chair Bands for Kids Colorful ADHD Tools for Kids Fidget Band Chair Rubber Band Stretchy Resistance Fidget Bands for Kid Chair Students Sensory(Elegant Colors,Mixed Sizes) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
36 Pieces Anxiety Sensory Stickers with 2 Textured Surface Adhesives - Fidget Stickers for Office & Classroom Desk - Sensory Strips - Relieve Adult & Teen Stress(Gradient Style) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$224.01

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$261.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$46.12

Total project goal

$307.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $307.49

6 Donors

-$208.96

Donations toward project cost

-$180.62

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.34

match offer

-$95.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$80.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$14.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$3.53

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 $0.00

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