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Ms. Sundook’s Sweets from Plantation, FL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Sundook’s Sweets's classroom raised $377

Motivation That Matters: Rewards That Inspire 5th Grade Success

Help me give my students meaningful incentives that motivate positive behavior and academic growth.

This project is fully funded

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Ms. Sundook’s Sweets Plantation Park Elementary School
Plantation, FL Grades 3-5

My Project

My fifth-grade students are bright, capable learners who thrive when their hard work and positive behavior are recognized. Many of my students face challenges outside of school, and incentives help them stay motivated, focused, and confident in the classroom. This project will provide meaningful rewards that encourage students to make good choices, take pride in their work, and strive for academic growth.

I teach a group of hardworking fifth graders who are eager to learn but benefit greatly from positive reinforcement.

When students feel acknowledged for their effort, behavior, and progress, they are more likely to stay engaged and believe in themselves. Incentives help create a classroom culture where success is celebrated and positive behavior is the norm.

Positive reinforcement is a powerful tool—especially for upper elementary students who are becoming more independent but still need encouragement. Incentives help motivate students to:

Complete assignments with effort

Improve grades

Demonstrate respectful behavior

Take responsibility for their learning

These rewards give students something tangible to work toward while reinforcing life skills like perseverance, accountability, and self-control.

Your support will help:

Increase student motivation and engagement

Encourage positive behavior choices

Build confidence and a growth mindset

Create a supportive and encouraging classroom environment

When students see that their effort matters, they rise to the challenge.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

25 students impacted 5 donors
Ms. Sundook’s Sweets Plantation Park Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Plantation, FL View local requests

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

25 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Trolli Mini Sour Brite Crawlers Candy, Cherry-Lemon, Strawberry-Grape & Orange-Lime, Sweet and Sour, Gummy Worms, 18 oz (30 ct) • Amazon Business $15.92 2 $31.84
Blow Pops - 4 LB Bag - QUEEN JAX - Bulk Candy - Lollipops - Candy Bulk - Candy Bag - Bulk Candy Individually Wrapped Candy - Pinata Candy - Bag of Candy - Lollipops Individually Wrapped - lolipops • Amazon Business $29.35 1 $29.35
Bulk Assorted Fruit Candy - Starburst, Skittles, Fish, Air Heads, Jolly Rancher, Sour Punch, Gold-Bears Gummi Bears & Twizzlers, Candy's, Pops, Dots, (32 Oz Variety Pack) (Candies may vary) • Amazon Business $25.47 1 $25.47
Pinata Candy Mix- Assorted Candy Variety Pack - 4 lb - Individually Wrapped - Piñata Stuffers - Bubble Gum, Fruity Sweets, Chewy Candies - Easter Candies - Bulk Individually Wrapped • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Baby Bottle Pop Christmas Candy Blue Lollipops, 10 Ct Bulk Lollipops with Dipping Powder in Blue Raspberry Flavor, Full Size, Individually Wrapped Hard Candy For Party Favors, Stocking Stuffers, Gifts • Amazon Business $11.84 2 $23.68
Charms Mini Pops Lollipops Assorted Flavors 300 Pieces (209-02010) • Staples $22.79 1 $22.79
Push Pop Christmas Candy Variety Pack, 10 Ct Lollipops Individually Wrapped in Fruity Flavors, Bulk Individually Wrapped Hard Candy, Birthday Party Favors, Stocking Stuffers, Kids Gifts • Amazon Business $10.10 2 $20.20
Takis 40 pc / 1 oz Variety Pack - Fuego & Blue Heat Flavored Rolled Tortilla Chips - (20) Fuego, (20) Blue Heat - Perfect for Tailgates, Parties, or the Office • Amazon Business $19.61 1 $19.61
Juicy Drop Sour Candy Gel Pens – 12 Ct Full Size Candy Variety Pack, Assorted Fruity Flavors, Fun Sour Candy Party Favors & Goodie Bag Gifts for Kids, Great Stocking Stuffers & Holiday Treats • Amazon Business $9.28 2 $18.56
Utz Snack Variety Pack Individual Snacks, Includes Potato Chips, Cheese Curls, Popcorn, and Party Mix, Crunchy Travel Snacks for Lunches, Vending Machines, and Enjoying on the Go (Pack of 42) • Amazon Business $13.77 1 $13.77
OREO Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, 30 Snack Packs (4 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $13.40 1 $13.40
Famous Amos Original Recipe Chocolate Chip Bite-Size Cookies, 30 Pack Box, 30 oz • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Pepperidge Farm Milano Cookies, Dark Chocolate, 20 Packs, 2 Cookies per Pack • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Airheads Full-Size Candy Bars, Taffy Candy Bulk Variety Pack, Individually Wrapped, Six Assorted Fruit Flavors Artificially Flavored, 60 Count Box • Amazon Business $10.24 1 $10.24
Brain Blasterz TREAT Sour Candy Variety Pack, Vegan Candy, Sour Chew Bar, Halal Candy, Sour Candy Gift Box w/ 15 pcs (13oz), Unique Candy Variety Pack, Lollipop, Sour Powder, Taffy, Halloween Candy • Amazon Business $8.54 1 $8.54

Materials cost

$285.41

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.28

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$319.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$56.42

Total project goal

$376.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $376.11

4 Donors

-$376.11

Donations toward project cost

-$319.69

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$56.42

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