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Ms. Beckert from Draper, UT is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Making Connections to Better Ourselves

Help me give my students items to help them connect with each other through indoor recess games , the world around them using a tablet listening center, and their emotional well being through SEL books and fidget toys.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Beckert's classroom raised $787

This project is fully funded

My Students

My students are truly amazing, they work hard every day in our classroom. They begin each day with a positive attitude and drive: they are always ready for a challenge. They are focused on their goals and do their best to achieve the high expectations they set for themselves. Our classroom motto is "everyone does everything!" We are empowered by that motto every day as we strive for excellence in all we do.

My students come from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

They have a common goal of succeeding and being the best they can be. Through character development, we are building a strong classroom community that will help them be the best people they can be. In a time where there is so much chaos and uncertainty, one thing we know for certain is that there is trust, perseverance, and safety within our classroom walls.

My Project

We have all been through these "unprecedented times" together. As I have watched myself and my students navigate through these times, it has become apparent that one thing we all need is to make connections with ourselves, our friends, and the world around us.

These supplies will help us all come together with a better connection of self awareness, friendships, and the world in which we live.

With the addition of a listening center (Fire Tablets) in my classroom my students will be able to connect through audio books and podcasts to gain a better perspective. This listening center can be stored easily on the media cart and taken to where students feel comfortable. Listening is also a great aid in helping to fill some of the gaps in reading comprehension. Also, through the use of board games for indoor recess play, they will connect with each other. Having the storage totes will help keep our classroom clean and keep these materials safe and put away. Our school has implemented a new PBIS program that involves a classroom store. As my students earn points for their good behavior, the fidget toys can be purchased which in turn with help them be connected to their own inner emotions and regulate their behavior

Finally, through social emotional learning books students will be able to connect with their own self and be aware of the emotions and feelings they have.

Ms. Beckert Draper Elementary School Grades 3-5 Draper, UT View local requests 23 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Amazon - Fire HD 8 10th Generation - 8' - Tablet - 32GB - Black • Best Buy Education $91.92 2 $183.84
OEF Furnishings Presentation Cart and Stand, OEFPRC200, Steel Frame, Ivory Woodgrain • Amazon Business $130.62 1 $130.62
Amazon - protective cover for tablet • Best Buy Education $26.18 2 $52.36
voten Storage Cubes Baskets Bins 12.6x12.6’’ for Cube Shelf Storage Organizer,Woven Cotton Colorful Rainbow Bin Nursery Storage Basket for Playroom Classroom Organization,Round 3Packs • Amazon Business $43.99 1 $43.99
Silicone Bubble Pop Toy • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $5.00 6 $30.00
20Pcs Fidget Toy Pack with Pop Stress Balls Mini Pop Keychain Push Bubble Its Bracelet Transformable Fingertip Gyro Figetget Sensory Toys Stress & Anxiety Relief Gifts Set for Kids Adults Boys Girls • Amazon Business $24.96 1 $24.96
SEL From a Distance: Tools and Processes for Anytime, Anywhere • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Hhobby Stars 42 Pcs Sensory Fidget Toys Pack, Stress Relief & Anxiety Relief Tools Bundle Figetget Toys Set for Kids Adults, Autistic ADHD Toys, Stress Balls Infinity Cube Marble Mesh Fidgets Box • Amazon Business $21.95 1 $21.95
Brain Flakes 500 Piece Interlocking Plastic Disc Set - A Creative and Educational Alternative to Building Blocks - Tested for Children's Safety - A Great Stem Toy for Both Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Belkin RockStar 5-Jack Multi Headphone Audio Splitter (Light Green) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
UNO, Phase 10 and Pic Flip Bundle Tin, 3 Mattel Card Games for Players 7 Year Olds & Up, Decorative Storage Tin, Gift for Kid, Family & Adult Game Night 7 Years & Older • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Skillmatics Card Game : Guess in 10 States of America | Gifts for 8 Year Olds and Up | Super Fun for Travel & Family Game Night • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
Our Class is a Family • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $13.00 1 $13.00
Rorys Story Cubes Mixed Colors • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $10.00 1 $10.00
Hasbro Gaming CONNECT 4 - Classic four in a row game - Board Games and Toys for Kids, boys, girls - Ages 6+ • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Hasbro Gaming Trouble Board Game for Kids Ages 5 and Up 2-4 Players • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
UNO Play with Pride Card Game • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $5.00 1 $5.00
Best Buy essentials? - 6' 2-Way Audio Splitter - Black • Best Buy Education $1.63 1 $1.63

Materials cost

$624.12

Vendor shipping charges

$5.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$668.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$117.97

Total project goal

$786.45

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$786.45

1 Donor

-$786.45

Donations toward project cost

-$668.48

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$117.97

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

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