In the Frame: Celebrating Students Who Choose to do Better
Help me give my students appreciation for their dedication to our school's core principles (being respectful, responsible, and safe) when they are elected Student of the Month (camera), and for ongoing positive behavior support (candy).
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Walton's classroom raised $189
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
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
As part of our PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) program, we recognize and reward two "Student of the Month" awards —two students who have shown leadership, growth, and commitment to making better choices. Most of our students have never received such an award, so it’s very meaningful in re-engaging in education.
Unfortunately, because we're in a juvenile detention facility, teaching staff can't bring phones inside to take amazing photos, so we must rely on an outdated school camera that requires frequent updates that we're unable to install ourselves (and doesn't take great photos).
This results in delays in printing and posting photos. Research shows that PBIS is most effective when positive behavior is reinforced quickly and consistently. This is especially important with our population, as many have experienced a lot of inconsistency. With a new self-sufficient camera that doesn't rely on outside technology or IT guys with more pressing duties to attend to to, we can celebrate moments of student success quickly, post on our PBIS boards, share during ceremonies to motivate snd boost morale among all students. I'm also including candy to reinforce ongoing positive behavior.
This project will allow us to truly focus on the positive—quite literally—by spotlighting students who are working hard to turn their lives around. These recognitions are powerful tools for encouraging continued positive behavior and showing students that their efforts are seen and valued. These photos will also go home with students, along with a certificate (they also get other incentives -- edible, school gear, etc.) as tangible reminders of their ability to succeed.
Help us highlight their stories and progress—one snapshot at a time.
More than three‑quarters 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
KODAK Printomatic Full-Color Instant Print Camera Starter Bundle + Carrying Case + Zink 20pk Photo Paper - Colorful Photos On 2x3 Sticky-Back Paper - Fun Gift for Birthday Christmas Holiday - Blue
• Amazon Business
$79.99
1
$79.99
Kodak Zink Photo Paper for Printomatic Instant Print Camera, 50 Sheets/Pack (Rodz2X350)
• Quill.com
$23.12
1
$23.12
Jolly Rancher Hard Candy Assorted Flavors 50 oz. (HEC15677)
• Staples
$14.74
1
$14.74
Materials cost
$117.85
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$10.78
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.77
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$160.40
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$28.31
Total project goal
$188.71
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$188.71
2 Donors
-$163.71
Donations toward project cost
-$139.15
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$24.56
match offer
-$25.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$21.25
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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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 Mrs. Walton and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
