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Ms. Barragan from North Hollywood, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Inspiring Growth with Positive Incentives

Help me give my students fun and meaningful incentives to motivate positive behavior, hard work, and personal growth in our special education classroom. These rewards will help celebrate their progress and keep them excited about learning each day.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Barragan's classroom raised $232

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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 Project

I love how resilient, determined, and full of joy my students are. They face challenges every day, yet continue to show up with enthusiasm and a willingness to grow. In our special education classroom, we celebrate every success—big or small. The incentives I’m requesting, such as small toys, sensory items, and other fun rewards, will help keep my students motivated, focused, and excited to learn. These resources not only reinforce positive behavior but also build confidence and independence. They make our classroom a more engaging and encouraging place to learn.

Ms. Barragan Julie Korenstein Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

North Hollywood, CA 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

25 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Play-Doh Modeling Dough, Assorted Colors, 3 Ounces, Set of 20 • School Specialty $29.02 1 $29.02
Crayola Play Sand, Silly Scents | 60 x 1oz Tubs of Moldable Play Sand in 6 Bright Colors | Christmas Party Favors for Kids Goodie Bags, Classroom Prizes, Sensory Bin Toys, Bags • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
24 Pack Fast Food Squishy Toys for Kids Bulk - Slow Rising (Individually Wrapped) Small Foam Squishies 1.5-2.25" - Valentines Day Gifts for Kids Classroom Birthday Party Favors • Amazon Business $17.63 1 $17.63
JA-RU Grab a Bubble-Touchable Mini Bubbles Wand Toy (8 Pack Assorted Colors) Outdoor Summer Toy Entertainment for Kids. Party Favor, Birthday Party Easter Basket Stuffers Bulk 1524-8p • Amazon Business $16.35 1 $16.35
ArtCreativity 2.5 Inch Crayon Erasers for Kids - Erasers Bulk Set of 36 - Durable Pencil Rubbers in Assorted Colors - School Stationery Supplies - Birthday Party Favors for Kids, Classroom Prize • Amazon Business $15.67 1 $15.67
JA-RU Mini Flarp Noise Putty w/Plastic Containers (3 Pack, 12 Putty Toys) Bulk Slime Party Favors Noise Putty for Kids. Stress Relief Sensory Fidget Toys. Goodie Bag Stuffers. 336-3p • Amazon Business $15.25 1 $15.25
4E's Novelty Mini Drawing Board for Kids - Pack of 12 - Bulk Backpack Keychain Clip Drawing Boards, Erasable Doodle Sketch and Writing Pad Stocking Stuffers for Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $14.69 1 $14.69
200PCS Teens Hero Stickers for Water Bottles Superhero Stickers for Boys Teens Adults Waterproof Vinyl Stickers Bulk for Skateboard Luggage Laptops Bumper Comic Legends Theme Party Supplies • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Pop Fidget Toys Bulk Its Party Favors for Kids 4-8 8-12 30 Pack Mini Pop Keychain It Fidgets for Kids Toys Classroom Prizes Easter Basket Stuffers for Toddler Sensory Toys Birthday Goodie Bag Stuffers • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49

Materials cost

$148.08

Vendor shipping charges

$2.90

Sales tax

$13.55

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.22

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$196.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$34.72

Total project goal

$231.47

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$231.47

1 Donor

-$115.74

Donations toward project cost

-$98.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.36

match offer

-$115.73

Match offer toward project cost

-$98.37

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.36

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$0.00

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