Help me give my students more opportunities to MOVE and engage in learning by movement!
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Roe's classroom raised $337
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Providing additional toys and equipment for recess would greatly benefit my 22 students at our Title I elementary school by supporting their physical, social, and emotional development in meaningful ways. Many of these students come from low-income households where access to recreational resources and safe play spaces outside of school is limited. Recess is one of the few times during the day when they can freely engage in physical activity, explore creativity, and build critical social skills through play. When there are enough toys, balls, jump ropes, and other equipment available, students are more likely to be active, take turns, collaborate, and problem-solve together in ways that foster healthy friendships and teamwork. Without adequate resources, recess can become a time of boredom, frustration, or exclusion when students are forced to compete over the limited equipment available.
Investing in more recess toys and equipment would also contribute to improved behavior and focus in the classroom.
Research shows that active play helps children regulate their energy, manage stress, and return to learning environments more engaged and ready to participate. For students at a Title I school, where additional challenges such as food insecurity, family stress, and limited access to enrichment opportunities are common, recess becomes an especially valuable outlet. When students have enough options for play, they are more likely to feel included, build confidence, and develop a sense of belonging at school. Providing these resources is a simple but powerful way to support their growth, well-being, and overall school experience.
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
CRAVEBOX Chocolate Granola Bars Variety Pack Bundle Assortment Snack Box - Nutrition Bars Breakfast Bars Healthy Bars for Men Women Boys Girls Kids
• Amazon Business
$33.61
2
$67.22
Mikasa 4-Square Rubber Playground Ball, 8-1/2 Inches, Set of 6, Assorted Colors - Elementary-Middle School - Kids - Durability
• School Specialty
$59.92
1
$59.92
Sportime Plastic Hoops, 30 Inch, Set of 12, Blue - Durable
• School Specialty
$59.02
1
$59.02
180 Pack Washable Sidewalk Chalk for Kid, 20 Colors Non-Toxic Jumbo Chalk Paint Bulk for Summer Outdoor Activity, Playground, School Classroom Chalkboard, Chalk Party Favors Set for Toddler Kids Adult
• Amazon Business
$23.98
1
$23.98
Boley Kids Jump Rope Set - 12 Pack, 7ft Durable Skipping Ropes with Non-Slip Handles for Boys & Girls, Fun Outdoor Activity, Assorted Vibrant Colors, Child-Safe Exercise Equipment
• Amazon Business
$14.92
1
$14.92
Materials cost
$225.06
Vendor shipping charges
$11.89
Sales tax
$15.87
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.38
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$286.20
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$50.51
Total project goal
$336.71
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$336.71
3 Donors
-$152.51
Donations toward project cost
-$152.51
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$0.00
match offer
-$157.28
Match offer toward project cost
-$133.69
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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