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Mr. Norfleet from Memphis, TN is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mind Over Matter

Help me give my students coordination and training equipment that will improve their physical fitness and mental health!

  • $1,172 goal

This project expired on October 18, 2025.

This project expired on October 18, 2025.

My Project

I am requesting eye hand coordination and sports training equipment that we can use during class and for students to use on their own to alleviate stress. I have about 120 students per semester that are currently needing equipment to help build mental and physical strength. The students desperately want to participate in sports activities, but are sometimes denied due to a lack of equipment. The training tools that I am requesting, including sand bags, resistance bands, abdominal wheels, yoga mats, and more, will help in the building of the athletic program. A lot of the students have wanted to work on their strength and the ability to achieve individual and team goals. These types of training equipment will help to perform different type of exercises. With our current lack of equipment, students resort to opting out of class activities due to the lack of challenging equipment.

The extra movement provided from this equipment will encourage my students to continue to exercise with regularity and regain focus for rigorous academic tasks as well.

With your support, we aim to acquire a variety of physical therapy items, including resistance bands, sand bags, reaction balls. These items are designed to make Physical Education feel like play, encouraging students to participate eagerly while working toward their physical goals.

By funding this project, you’ll help our students build essential skills that enhance their independence and quality of life. Your generosity will bring smiles, movement, and positivity to my classroom, empowering our students to reach their full potential. Thank you for helping us create a brighter, more active future for these incredible kids!

Mr. Norfleet Southwind 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.

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.

Memphis, TN View local requests

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

999 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Yes4All Workout Sandbags, Heavy Duty Sandbags - Camouflage - XL • Amazon Business $77.34 2 $154.68
Yes4All Workout Sandbags, Heavy Duty Sandbags - Black - L • Amazon Business $72.71 2 $145.42
SKLZ unisex adult New version Reactive Catch, Blue/ Yellow/ Red, One Size US • Amazon Business $44.99 3 $134.97
Yes4All Workout Sandbags, Heavy Duty Sandbags - Army Green - M • Amazon Business $42.29 2 $84.58
Alllvocles Resistance Band, Pull Up Bands, Pull Up Assistance Bands, Workout Bands, Exercise Bands, Resistance Bands Set for Legs, Working Out, Muscle Training,Shape Body, Men and Women • Amazon Business $41.99 2 $83.98
CAP Barbell Abdominal Wheel, Black/Gray • Amazon Business $11.25 7 $78.75
CAP Barbell HHY-CF004B Fitness Yoga Mat, Blue, Original version • Amazon Business $11.02 7 $77.14
Alllvocles Pull Up Assistance Bands, Workout/Exercise Bands, Resistance Bands Set for Legs, Working Out, Muscle Training, Physical Therapy, Shape Body, Men Women • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Champro Reaction Ball • Amazon Business $5.09 10 $50.90
Catching Sticks Game,Catching Sticks Game Reaction Training Toy,Drop Stick Game,Sticks Game Challenge Game,Adjustable Speed Catching Game,Drop Sticks Game Challenge Game,Reflex Challenge Game (Blue) • Amazon Business $21.58 1 $21.58
CAP Barbell Fitness Stability Exercise Ball, 65cm, Purple • Amazon Business $10.59 2 $21.18
CHAMPKEY Hand Eye Coordination Trainer | Reaction Speed Training Tool | Improve Reflex, Agility, and Focus for Sports and Exercise(1 Piece) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
ProsourceFit Olympic Barbell Spring Clip Collar 2-inch Pair with Easy-Grip Handles for Weightlifting,Powerlifting and Strength Training • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98

Materials cost

$951.13

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.27

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$995.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$175.66

Total project goal

$1,171.06

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