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Ms. McCann Kirwan from Trenton, NJ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Incentives For 9th Graders

Help me give my students incentives and rewards for doing their best during these challenging times.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. McCann Kirwan's classroom raised $292

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate 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 Students

My students are amazing young teenagers! Most of these students reside in a poor, urban area that is grossly underfunded and, in some areas, lacking even the most basic of needs. Although many of them come from tough neighborhoods and lifestyles, they are resilient, smart, and full of life.

They are self-directed learners who yearn to know more about their past so they can change their future.

They are inquisitive, creative and thrive on learning new things. They have changed my world perhaps more than I have changed theirs. They will be the historians of the future; making their mark on society and changing the world for the better.

My Project

As we are preparing to enter a new school year and bracing for the recent changes. I was hoping you could help me give my students various incentive items. I am asking for post-it notes, stress balls, paper towels, and earbuds. We will use Punch Cards to provide more positive reinforcement and engagement opportunities as they return into the classroom setting!

These opportunities will enable students to know their self-worth and maintain focus on instruction, be sensitive to their mental health, and keep them motivated for a smooth transition back to in-person learning.

Students will use these resources in the classroom to help keep them engaged and reinforce positive behaviors. The resources will be used throughout the school year in History class. The earbuds will be used daily so students can engage in online reading.

Ms. McCann Kirwan Trenton Ninth Grade Academy 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.

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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

150 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Everyday Wholesale Lots Black Earbuds Bundle Bulk in-Ear Earphones 124 Pack • Amazon Business $64.95 1 $64.95
Bounty Quick-Size Paper Towels, 16 Family Rolls = 40 Regular Rolls • Amazon Business $38.84 1 $38.84
Sensory Stress Ball Toy Set for Kids and Adults, 12 Pack Stress Relief Fidget Balls Filled with Water Beads to Relax, Decompress, and Focus, Squishy Toys for Children with Autism, ADD and ADHD • Amazon Business $18.95 2 $37.90
Mini Cube,36 Packs Puzzle Party Toy,Eco-Friendly Material with Vivid Colors, Cube Party School Supplies Puzzle Game Set for Boys and Girls, Magic Cube Goody Bag Filler Birthday Gift • Amazon Business $20.69 1 $20.69
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3x3 in, 24 Pads, 2x the Sticking Power, Rio de Janeiro Collection, Bright Colors (Orange, Pink, Blue, Green), Recyclable (654-24SSAU-CP) • Amazon Business $19.88 1 $19.88
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3x3 inches, 24 Pads, 2x the Sticking Power, Miami Collection, Neon Colors (Orange, Pink, Blue, Green), Recyclable(654-24SSMIA-CP) • Amazon Business $18.93 1 $18.93
Band-Aid Brand Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages for Wound Care & First Aid, Assorted Sizes, 100 Ct, Beige • Amazon Business $6.88 2 $13.76

Materials cost

$214.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.22

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$248.17

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$43.79

Total project goal

$291.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $291.96

1 Donor

-$145.97

Donations toward project cost

-$124.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.89

match offer

-$145.99

Match offer toward project cost

-$124.09

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.90

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 $0.00

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