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Ms. Samora from Farmington NM is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Improving Attendance to Improve Education!

Help me give my students motivating incentives to empower them to prioritize education by improving attendance.

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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

Children can not learn if they are not in school. I am a school social worker who is aiming to improve attendance at our school. By having a variety of prizes, students can choose an incentive as a reward for having perfect attendance for each month.

Allowing children to choose an incentive for perfect attendance can be highly beneficial for their education.

It fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility in students regarding their attendance and academic performance. When children have the opportunity to select their own incentives they become more personally invested in attending school regularly. This investment can lead to improved attendance rates and, consequently, better academic outcomes.

Moreover, empowering children to choose their incentives promotes autonomy and decision-making skills. By evaluating their options and selecting a reward that motivates them, students engage in critical thinking and learn to set goals for themselves. This process cultivates a sense of agency and self-determination, qualities that are crucial for success not only in academics but also in various aspects of life. Ultimately, allowing children to choose incentives for perfect attendance not only encourages attendance but also nurtures valuable life skills that contribute to their overall educational development.

Ms. Samora
Never Before Funded Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wakestar - 24 Pack LED Light Up Bumpy Rings Party Favors For Kids Prizes Box Toys For Birthday Classroom Rewards Treasure Box Prizes Toys Glow Party Supplies • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Slow Rising Stress Ball 50 Pack: Mini Squishy Ball Bulk for Kids Anxiety Relief, Hand Therapy Sensory Toy, Pull Stretch Fidget Toy, Prize Box Toys for Classroom, Stocking Stuffers for Kids • Amazon Business $37.68 1 $37.68
30 Pack Mini Magnetic Drawing Board for Kid(6 Colors), Keychain Clip Doodle sketch Writing Pad, Toy Bulk for Toddler Rainbow Birthday Party Favor Classroom Supplies Treasure Box Prize Goody Bag Filler • Amazon Business $34.98 1 $34.98
Scentos Scented Gel Pens - 24-Count - Assorted Color Pens for Kids or Adults in Sugar Rush Candy Scents - Cool Writing & Journaling Gift Idea • Amazon Business $13.79 2 $27.58
30 Pack Animal Pop Balls Party Favors for Kids,3D Pop Balls Its Fidget Toys,Birthday Gifts for Boys & Girls,Goodie Bag Stuffers,Pinata Stuffers Filler,Carnival Prizes,Treasure Box Toys,Kids Prizes • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Aitbay 40 Pack Mini Plush Animals Toys Set Cute Small Stuffed Animal Bulk Keychain for Party Favors - Goodie Bag Fillers Carnival Prizes for Kids Prize Box Toy Assortment for Classroom Rewards • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Crayola Dough - Silly Scents | 60x1oz Scented Play Dough Party Pack | 60 Modeling Compound Tubs in 6 Bright Colors & Scents | Kids Party Favors | Classroom Prizes | Summer Activities for Kids • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Dum Dums Original Pops Candy, Assorted Colors, Pack of 200, Orange - Cotton • School Specialty $24.59 1 $24.59
Sour Punch Twists, 6" Individually Wrapped Soft & Chewy Candy Tub, 4 Fruit Flavors, 62.4 Oz • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
24 Packs Mini Pop Fidget Toy Pack Simple Bubble Poping Keychain, Squeeze Stress Relief Sensory Hand Toy, Office Desk Pops Bulk Toys Gradution Student Gifts for Girls Boys Party Favors for Kids • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Bouncy Balls in Bulk - Pack of 36 (1inch/27mm) Hi Bounce Ball Variety Assortment Mix, Colorful and Small Rubber Bouncing Balls for Kids Game Prizes, Party Favors and Vending Machines • Amazon Business $7.89 2 $15.78
URSKYTOUS 80Pcs Animal Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Cute Puzzle Erasers Bulk Take Apart Erasers Classroom Reward Treasure Box Easter Egg Fillers Bingo Prizes Games Valentine’s Day Gifts Party Favors • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
YIHONG 72 Pcs Kawaii Squishies, Mochi Squishy Toys for Kids Party Favors, Mini Stress Relief Toys for Christmas Party Favors, Classroom Prizes, Birthday Gift, Goodie Bag Stuffers • Amazon Business $14.44 1 $14.44

Materials cost

$330.45

Vendor shipping charges

$2.46

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$367.87

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$64.92

Total project goal

$432.79

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$432.79

2 Donors

-$75.00

Donations toward project cost

-$71.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$348.96

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