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Ms. Kaeo from Waianae, HI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Incentive Reading

Help me give my students a decorated reading space, reading incentives, and earbuds.

  • $245 goal

This project expired on December 13, 2025.

This project expired on December 13, 2025.

My Project

My students need reading materials and tools to create a comfortable and effective learning environment. Our goal is to promote a love of reading while also helping students build independent reading skills.

A quiet reading area with comfortable seating and soft lighting would greatly enhance our classroom.

We are requesting earbuds so students can listen to audiobooks without distraction, allowing them to follow along with the text and improve their reading comprehension. Reading lights will provide focused illumination, reducing eye strain and helping students stay engaged with their books for longer periods.

We are also requesting sitting pillow to help create a dedicated and comfortable reading area. These flexible seating options will allow students to get cozy and settle in for a good book, making reading a more inviting and enjoyable experience.

To motivate our students and celebrate their progress, we would appreciate snack incentives. These small rewards will encourage students to reach their reading goals and make the process of learning to read more enjoyable.

The earbuds, reading lights, sitting pillow, and snack incentives will work together to create a supportive and engaging reading environment. By providing these tools, you will help our students build confidence as readers and develop habits that will last a lifetime.

Ms. Kaeo Nanakuli High & Intermediate School Grades 6-8

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.

Waianae, HI View local requests

More than half 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

120 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Boho Square Floor Seat Pillows Cushions 22" x 22", Soft Cotton Linen Bohemian Yoga Mandala Meditation Pouf Tatami Floor Pillow Cushion for Living Room Adults & Kids Casual Reading Nooks,Flowers Beige • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
Konohan 160 Packs Bulk Earbuds with Wire Kids Earphones Classroom Wired Headphones for Students Headphones Individually Bagged, 8 Colors Ear Buds Bulk for Classroom School Library(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $43.99 1 $43.99
Bulk Mixed Candy Individually Wrapped Variety Pack - 4.5 Pounds Assorted Candies for Pinata Fillers, Schools, Office Treats, and Party Bags - Christmas Candy | Approx. 250 Pieces • Amazon Business $32.63 1 $32.63
Bulk Candy Assortment - 6 Pounds - Cinco De Mayo Candies Bulk - Individually Wrapped - Treats for Pinatas, Birthdays, Offices • Amazon Business $24.44 1 $24.44
Brightown Curtain Lights 9.8X9.8 Feet 300 LED 8 Lighting Modes with Remote Control, Hanging String Fairy Lights for Wall Bedroom Window Party Backdrop Lighting, Multicolor • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99

Materials cost

$168.03

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $7.39

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$207.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.70

Total project goal

$244.64

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