You're on track to get doubled donations (and unlock a reward for the colleague who referred you). Keep up the great work!
Take credit for your charitable giving! Check out your tax receipts
Donate
To use your $50 gift card credits, find a project to fund and we'll automatically apply your credits at checkout. Find a classroom project
Skip to main content

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Petroski from Philadelphia, PA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

See what Ms. Petroski is requesting

Igniting Curiosity: Enhancing Our Classroom Experience

Help me give my students a vibrant and interactive classroom to building community through games.

  • $400 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Ms. Petroski has another project! Donate to Little Things, Big Impact to help her classroom.

All donations currently matched!
You can complete this project for $254.
1.5X
Help Ms. Petroski

Ms. Petroski has another project! Donate to Little Things, Big Impact to help her classroom.

All donations currently matched!
You can complete this project for $254.
1.5X

My Project

Seeking donations to enhance our classroom to create a more engaging, supportive, and interactive learning environment for our students!

Specifically, we need:

Vaseline Original Pure Skin Jelly - Essential for maintaining hygiene and comfort in our classroom. The colder weather is setting in and this helps the students

ThreeHio 7 Tier Rolling File Cart - Crucial for organizing paperwork and keeping our classroom materials accessible and orderly.

WORD TEASERS Random Knowledge Trivia Cards - Fun, educational cards to spark curiosity and foster a love of learning through trivia.

Kids Against Maturity Card Game - A game designed to build rapport and create a fun, interactive classroom environment.

USAOPOLY TAPPLE® Word Game - A fast-paced game to enhance vocabulary and cognitive skills while promoting teamwork.

R.Y.TOYS Rotate and Slide Puzzles - Sensory and brain-teasing toys that aid in problem-solving and sensory development.

2nd Gen Paper Towel Holder - A practical addition for maintaining cleanliness and organization in our classroom.

Sparkle Pick-A-Size Paper Towels - Essential for keeping our space clean and tidy.

Marble Maze Mat Sensory Fidget Toys - Tools to help students manage stress and focus better.

Dr.Kbder Sensory Fidget Toys - Useful to improve concentration and calmness.

Cevioce Fidget Toys - Additional fidget tools to aid in focus and stress relief.

AOODA Over The Door Shoe Rack - An organizer to keep our classroom space neat and functional for all the fidgets.

suddus Outdoor String Lights - To create a welcoming and cheerful atmosphere in our learning environment to be able offer a calming space from the over head lights

These resources are vital for fostering an engaging and organized classroom that supports both academic and emotional growth. By providing tools for organization, interactive learning, we aim to create a space where every student can thrive.

Ms. Petroski Achieve Academy East-Hunting Park Grades 9-12

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.

More about Ms. Petroski

Philadelphia, 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

200 students impacted 4donors

Boost your odds

Add a profile photo in addition to your classroom photo. If you add a photo, it'll show up right here on your project page.

You are more likely to receive funding if you put a face to your name.

Upload a photo

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

You donate directly to the teacher or project you care about and see where every dollar you give goes.

Expand the "Where your donation goes" section below to see exactly what Ms. Petroski is requesting.

See our finances

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
USAOPOLY TAPPLE® Word Game | Fast-Paced Family Board Game | Choose a Category & Race Against The Timer to be The Last Player | Learning Game Great for All Ages (1 Pack) • Amazon Business $18.99 3 $56.97
ThreeHio 7 Tier Rolling File Cart with Sliding Trays, Wood Metal File Organizer Beside Desk, Free-Standing File Holder, Paper Letter Tray Organizer Mesh Desk Organizer for Home Office School (Patent) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Kids Against Maturity: The Original Card Game for Kids and Families, Super Fun Hilarious for Family Party Game Night • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
R.Y.TOYS Rotate and Slide Puzzle-Design Patent,Fidget Toys(Restore Order/Create Patterns) 8 Colors,4, 6 and 8 Layers-Detach Piece for Quick Play,Brain Teaser,Sensory Toy Gift,Easter Basket Stuffer • Amazon Business $8.99 3 $26.97
Vaseline Original Pure Skin Jelly, .25 Ounces, Counter Display (48 Pieces) • Amazon Business $19.39 1 $19.39
R.Y.TOYS Rotate and Slide Puzzle-Design Patent,Fidget Toys(Restore Order/Create Patterns) 12 Colors,10 Layers-Open Cover for Quick Play,Brain Teaser,Sensory Toys,Birthday Gifts,Easter Basket Stuffer • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
suddus Outdoor String Lights, 33ft 100 Led Fairy Lights Plug in, Christmas Lights Indoor for Bedroom, Party, Dorm, Warm White… • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
5 Pcs Marble Maze Mat Sensory Fidget Stress Relief Toys,Sensory Mat Anxiety Calming Toys,Tactile Sensory Toys for Kids Adults Teens Autism with Special Needs School Classroom Home Supplies,2 Sizes • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Cevioce Fidget Toys for Adults Kids Teens,6Pcs Fidget Gyro Toys｜Party Favors for Kids 3+,Desk Toys for Office for Adults｜Best Gift Ideas for 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12+ Boys Girls Men ADHD Autism • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
? WORD TEASERS Random Knowledge Trivia Cards - Fun Trivia Game for Family, Kids, Parties & Travel - 150 Trivia Questions & Conversation Starters • Amazon Business $15.25 1 $15.25
AOODA 28 Large Mesh Pockets Over The Door Shoe Rack, Hanging Shoe Organizer for Closet Hanging Shoe Rack Holder Hanger, White • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Dr.Kbder Sensory Fidget Toys for Kids Toddler Boys, Autism Figette Ball Autistic ADHD Cool Desk Toy, Calm Down Travel Airplane Essentials Toys for Age 3-12 Year Old, Stuffers Gift for Kids Teens Girls • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Sparkle Pick-A-Size Paper Towels, 6 Double Rolls = 12 Regular Rolls, Everyday Value Paper Towel With Full And Half Sheets • Amazon Business $7.28 1 $7.28
2nd Gen Paper Towel Holder Under Cabinet, [More Studry] Self Adhesive or Drilling Paper Towel Holder Wall Mount for Kitchen RV, [Fit Mega Paper Towel Roll] SUS304 Stainless Steel Paper Towel Rack • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49

Materials cost

$305.25

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$339.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.97

Total project goal

$399.80

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $399.80

2 Donors

-$199.90

Donations toward project cost

-$169.92

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.98

Matching donations from our partners

-$199.89

Match offers toward project cost

-$169.91

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.98

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

View complete list Show less

Give the most requested basic supplies

See teacher requests

Give back to your community

Find opportunities to impact local needs by exploring a map of classroom projects near you.

See local area

Project Activity

Project Activity
Back to top

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Petroski and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.

See how DonorsChoose works
{"pmaHash":"","showProjectRecommendations":true,"leadGenEnabled":true,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"PA","teacherPossessivePronoun":"her","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":4,"name":"High School"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"completingDonationAmount":0,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":true,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/igniting-curiosity-enhancing-our-classr/8779384/","mayHaveReplacements":true,"numStudents":200,"isEquityFocusV1":true,"teacherScreenName":"Ms. Petroski","isEquityFocus":true,"proposalHash":"954062187","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":100.00,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"shouldTrackEquityFocusV2":true,"schoolCity":"Philadelphia","teachersOnPage":[8894341],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"minimizedLeadGenEnabled":true,"proposalId":8779384,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":2,"verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":false,"authorIds":{"8894341":{"owner":"Ms. Petroski","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":1.0,"proposalsOnPage":[8779384],"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/136/teacher-placeholder-1_136.png","teacherHasProfilePhoto":false,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":21,"teacherChallengeId":22082656,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":{"completingDonationAmount":254,"proposalURL":"project/little-things-big-impact/9511443/","matchingFund":{"name":"The DonorsChoose Community","type":"AUTO_DONATION_MATCH","matchingKey":"26BTSBoo","matchImpactMultiple":1.5,"donorSalutation":"The DonorsChoose Community","multipleForDisplay":"1.5X","ownerRegion":null,"amount":0.00},"proposalTitle":"Little Things, Big Impact","proposalId":9511443},"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":8894341,"schoolCounty":"Philadelphia","fullyFunded":true,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":true,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"PA","name":"Pennsylvania"}}