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Mrs. LERDON from Emporia, VA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Math Games Galore: Rewarding Students With Prizes for Mathematical Excellence

Help me give my students a fun and engaging incentive to excel in math, fostering a love for the subject and motivating them to reach their full potential.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. LERDON's classroom raised $157

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In the world of education, fostering a love for math can be a challenging yet rewarding endeavor. However, by incorporating fun and engaging incentives, such as math games, and rewarding students for their mathematical excellence, we can inspire a lifelong passion for the subject and motivate students to reach their full potential.

Introducing rewards for mathematical excellence adds an extra layer of motivation and excitement to the learning process.

By offering prizes such as small tokens like snacks (snickers) to ease their hunger, pencils or mechanical pencils for writing, we acknowledge and celebrate students' achievements, reinforcing their dedication to mastering mathematical concepts. These rewards serve as tangible reminders of their hard work and encourage continued effort and improvement.

When students experience success and enjoyment in math through games, they begin to develop a positive attitude towards the subject. The sense of accomplishment derived from solving math problems within the context of a game instills confidence and boosts self-esteem.

When students are motivated and engaged in their learning, they are more likely to strive for excellence and explore the depths of their mathematical abilities. The combination of fun math games and enticing rewards ignites a passion for learning, propelling students towards reaching their full potential in mathematics.

Incorporating fun and engaging incentives like math games and rewards for mathematical excellence not only makes learning enjoyable but also cultivates a deep-seated love for the subject.

Through this project, we aim to inspire and empower students to embrace math with enthusiasm and confidence. By providing a supportive and stimulating learning environment, we can nurture the mathematicians of tomorrow and equip them with the skills and mindset needed to succeed in an increasingly complex world.

Project tagged as

Emporia, VA
Grades 9-12
Mathematics
Traditional School
Classroom Basics
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Mrs. LERDON Greensville County High School Grades 9-12

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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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

52 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

SNICKERS Minis NFL Football Chocolate Candy Bars, Party Size Assortment, 35.6 oz Bag • Amazon Business $12.22 4 $48.88

Paper Mate Profile Mech Mechanical Pencil Set, 0.7mm #2 Pencil Lead, Great for Home, School, Office Use (36 Count) • Amazon Business $17.32 2 $34.64

BUSHIBU Cute Pencils for Kids, Fun Pencil with Erasers Toppers, Woodcased #2 Pencils for School Classroom(12 Pack) • Amazon Business $5.99 3 $17.97

Materials cost			$101.49
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$1.52
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$133.01
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$23.47
Total project goal			$156.48
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Total project goal			$156.48
1 Donor			-$156.48
Donations toward project cost			-$133.01
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$23.47
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Math Games Galore: Rewarding Students With Prizes for Mathematical Excellence

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