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Mrs. Terrell Smith from Houston, TX is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Inspiring Positive Behavior Through the School Store

Help me give my students a variety of fun and meaningful rewards, including snacks, fidget toys, and school supplies, to keep them motivated, engaged, and focused on learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Terrell Smith's classroom raised $892

This project is fully funded

My Project

Our students are incredible, hardworking, and full of potential. They come from diverse backgrounds and face various challenges, but they show up every day eager to learn and grow. What makes them unique is their resilience, kindness, and determination to succeed despite obstacles. They thrive in a positive and structured environment where their efforts are recognized and celebrated.

We believe that students learn best when they feel valued and supported.

We use Class Dojo points to reinforce positive behavior, encouraging responsibility, respect, and perseverance. By earning points, students have the opportunity to shop at our school store, where they can exchange their hard-earned points for rewards.

Mrs. Terrell Smith Shadydale Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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

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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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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

HBCU Alum 550 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cheetos Cheese Snacks, Crunchy Hot, 2-Ounce Large Single Serve Bags (Pack of 64) • Amazon Business $38.36 2 $76.72
Squishy Stress Balls Fidget Toys - 72 Pack Squishy Toys Stress Ball for Anxiety Fidget Toys Bulk, Squeeze Balls for Adult with ADHD, Autism - Fidgets for Classroom, Easter Gifts, Easter Basket Ideas • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Capri Sun 100% Juice Variety Pack Pouches 6 fl. oz. 40/Box (441) • Staples $26.76 2 $53.52
48 Pack Party Favors Fidget Spinners for Kids, Fidget Party Favor, Kids Return Gifts for Birthday Party Valentines Day Gifts Goodie Bags Stuffers for Kids Fidget Toys Classroom Rewards for Students • Amazon Business $52.99 1 $52.99
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 3 $52.89
Sour Punch Twists Straw Twists Bulk Pack | 200 Individually Wrapped Candy Sticks in Reusable Plastic Tub | Chewy Sour Candy Variety Pack in 4 Assorted Flavors, Assorted,Blue • Amazon Business $25.24 2 $50.48
JOYIN Slime Party Favors, 36 Pack Galaxy Slime Ball Party Favors - Stretchy, Non-Sticky, Mess-Free, Stress Relief, and Safe for Girls and Boys - Classroom Reward, Valentine's Day Party Supplies • Amazon Business $15.99 3 $47.97
Takis 40 pc / 1 oz Variety Pack, Assorted Flavored Mixed Rolled Tortilla Chips – (20) Fuego 1 oz, (20) Blue Heat 1 oz • Amazon Business $23.49 2 $46.98
AppleRound 6-Pack of 7-inch Knobby Balls with 1 Air Pump - Fun Sensory Balls, Party Favors, Inflatable Bouncy Balls • Amazon Business $7.90 5 $39.50
OREO Mini Mix Sandwich Cookies Variety Pack, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $9.86 4 $39.44
Baby Bottle Pop Holiday Candy Blue Lollipops - 10 Ct Bulk Candy Lollipops with Powdered Sugar Dip in Blue Raspberry Flavor - Fun Candy For Stocking Stuffers, Party Favors, Holiday Gifts For Kids • Amazon Business $11.98 3 $35.94
Baby Bottle Pop Holiday Candy Purple Lollipops - 10 Ct Bulk Candy Lollipops with Powdered Sugar Dip in Purple Grape Flavor - Fun Candy For Stocking Stuffers, Party Favors, Holiday Gifts For Kids • Amazon Business $11.98 3 $35.94
Baby Bottle Pop Holiday Candy Pink Lollipops - 10 Ct Bulk Candy Lollipops with Powdered Sugar Dip in Pink Strawberry Flavor - Fun Candy For Stocking Stuffers, Party Favors, Holiday Gifts For Kids • Amazon Business $11.96 3 $35.88
80Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Kawaii Squishies Mochi Squishy Toy Bulk Fidget Sensory Toys Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls Goodie Bag Christmas Stocking Stuffers Treasure Box Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98
Tiny Mills 50 Pcs Emoji Assorted Stamps for Kids Self-Ink Stamps (50 Different Designs) for Emoji Birthday Party Favors,Goodie Bag Pinata Fillers, Game Prizes, Classroom Rewards, Teacher Stamps • Amazon Business $13.99 2 $27.98
YZXODN 30 Pack Stretchy Strings Fidget Toys - Vibrant Sensory Toys Bulk for Kids and Adults Stress Relief - Anti-Anxiety Autism Toys - Perfect for Children's Day, Birthday Gifts, Party Favors • Amazon Business $8.95 3 $26.85

Materials cost

$717.04

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.76

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$757.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$133.73

Total project goal

$891.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $891.53

3 Donors

-$686.53

Donations toward project cost

-$583.55

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$102.98

match offer

-$205.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$174.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.75

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