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Ms. Squire from South Jordan, UT is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Motivation Matters

Help me give my students individual desk pet homes and supplies for class rewards.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Squire's classroom raised $217

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My Project

Engaging young learners in meaningful and motivating ways is essential for their academic and social development. In our first-grade classroom, we aim to foster a love for learning by incorporating innovative strategies that captivate students' interests. This proposal seeks funding for a set of desk pet containers and small animal erasers to serve as motivational tools that enhance student engagement and reinforce positive behavior.

The objective of this project is to use containers and small animal erasers as tangible rewards for meeting classroom goals and demonstrating positive behavior.

These items will act as "desk pets," providing students with a fun and interactive incentive system.

This grant will provide my first-grade classroom with a unique and effective motivational tool that will enrich our learning environment. By supporting this project, you will help cultivate a classroom culture that values positive behavior, responsibility, and academic success.

Ms. Squire Golden Fields Elementary School Grades PreK-2 South Jordan, UT View local requests 60 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
48 Packs Clear Small Plastic Containers Transparent Storage Box with Hinged Lid for Small Items Crafts Jewelry (4.4 x 3.3 x 1.2 Inch) • Amazon Business $37.99 2 $75.98
URSKYTOUS 90Pcs Animal Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Puzzle Erasers for Classroom Rewards Prizes Take Apart Bulk Pencil Erasers Desk Buddies Treasure Box Game Gifts Party Favors Valentine’s Day Gifts • Amazon Business $14.98 2 $29.96
Pencil Top Erasers,50 Pack,Animal Cap Erasers,Pencil Erasers Toppers,Pencil Toppers for Kids,Eraser Caps,Eraser Tops for Pencils,Cute Erasers,Mini Erasers • Amazon Business $8.85 1 $8.85
Mini erasers for Kids Bulk, 300+ pcs Food erasers, Pink Heart erasers Animal Eraser for 100th Day of School Pencils Eraser • Amazon Business $8.33 1 $8.33
Easter Mini Erasers for Kids Bulk, 240 Pcs Easter Egg Bunny Rabbit Holiday Pencil Erasers, 12+ Styles Cute Small Tiny Erasers for Easter Gifts Decoration, Party Favors Homework Rewards Desk Pets • Amazon Business $7.95 1 $7.95
Mini Erasers for Kids Bulk, 300 Pieces Small Fun Cute Animal Fruit Erasers • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
400PCS Mini Fun Erasers for Kids Bulk,Cute Assorted Novelty Pencil Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Party Favors School Student Prizes Gift (400Christmas) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
300Pcs Mini Erasers for Kids Bulk, Small Erasers Tiny Animal Fruit Erasers • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$152.04

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.28

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$184.32

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$32.53

Total project goal

$216.85

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $216.85

2 Donors

-$45.00

Donations toward project cost

-$38.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.75

Matching donations from our partners

-$171.85

Match offers toward project cost

-$146.07

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.78

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