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Ms. Liston from San Francisco, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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New Year, New Needs!

Help me give my students prizes to reward their excellent work and behavior in the classroom!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Liston's classroom raised $321

This project is fully funded

My Students

I teach at a small elementary school in San Francisco. My third grade students are creative, curious, and incredibly loving! I had the amazing opportunity of teaching most of these students last school year during the pandemic. And let me tell you, they truly showed up! Every morning I would be greeted on Zoom by so many shining faces ready to learn. My students had so many hurdles thrown at them such as being asked to LEARN while at home with younger siblings, televisions, phones, dogs, cats, you name it! And despite it all, they persevered and pushed themselves to be the best scholars they could be.

This school year, my hope is to bring new prizes and rewards into my classroom in order to positively reinforce good work and behavior.

My Project

These materials will help positively reinforce all of the good behaviors I see from my students! I've noticed that when I reward my students with small prizes, they feel recognized and accomplished! They feel proud of themselves and want to continue to work hard and learn more! With this in mind, I want to make sure I'm well prepared for a full year of learning and encouragement! By keeping track of the actions of my students (including: staying on task, participating, putting in effort, asking questions, helping others, and being a leader) I will be able to "catch my students doing the right thing!" and reward them at the end of each week if they earn enough "stars" that represent their celebrated behaviors. I have noticed that these particular students get really excited about earning small prizes (such as stickers, stress balls, and play dough that they can take home with them) and students push themselves further in their studies by trying hard, helping others, and asking questions when they are confused with new material. In addition, sensory tools will help my students relax and learn how to self soothe when they become overly stimulated or need a brain break.

Ms. Liston Dr Charles Drew College Preparatory Academy Grades 3-5

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.

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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

15 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Scholastic Classroom Resources Pocket Chart Monthly Calendar, Black (SC583866) & Classroom Resources Pocket Chart Daily Schedule, Black (SC583865) • Amazon Business $42.98 1 $42.98
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 36 Pack Case of Colors, Non-Toxic, Assorted Colors, 3 Oz Cans (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
24 Pack Bundle Sensory Fidget Toys Set-Liquid Motion Timer/Grape Ball/Mochi Squishy/Stretchy String/Flippy Chain/Easter Egg/Marble Mesh/Squeeze Bean/Cube for Autistic Kids, ADHD, Anti-Stress Toys • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
100-Pack Self-Adhesive Laminating Sheets by Office Square, Self-Seal, No Machine Needed, Letter Size, 4 Mil Thick • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Rhode Island Novelty 25 PC Stress Ball Toy Assortment, 25 Pieces per Order • Amazon Business $15.30 1 $15.30
Carson Dellosa Scalloped Bulletin Board Borders Set—6-Pack, Blue, Yellow, Green, Red, Black, White Rolled Borders, Classroom Decorations (2.25" x 36' Rolls) • Amazon Business $15.00 1 $15.00
59PCS Motivational Rainbow Bulletin Board Cutouts, Hello Sunshine Inspirational Classroom Decoration We are a Rainbow of Possibilities Accents for School Chalkboards Wall Decor • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 12 Count • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
URSKYTOUS 34Pcs Pencil Erasers,Mini Kids Animal Erasers Bulk Cute Non-Toxic Removable Assembly Puzzle Erasers for Party Favors,ClassroomStudents Prizes,Carnival Gifts and School Supplies Gift • Amazon Business $10.98 1 $10.98
Pixar Anime Themed Set Sticker, Toy Story and The Incredibles Stickers for Kids,Laptop Hydro Flask Water Bottle Guitar Helmet Skateboard Luggage Bike Bumper,Best Gift for Kids Teen(100 Pieces) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
HOME MOST 3" Large Display Kitchen Timer - Digital Timer Magnetic Back Loud Alarm On A Rope- White Cooking Timers For Kitchen Teachers Students Games Kids Meetings - Sports Timer For Workouts Exercise • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98
GE Relax HD Bent Tip Dimmable LED Light Bulbs (40 Watt Replacement LED Light Bulbs), 300 Lumen, Candelabra Light Bulb Base, Soft White, Frosted Finish, 2-Pack LED Bulbs • Amazon Business $8.82 1 $8.82
Pendaflex Two-Tone Color File Folders, Letter Size, Assorted Colors (Bright Green, Yellow, Red, Blue), 1/3-Cut Tabs, Assorted, 36 Pack (03086), 4-Color • Amazon Business $7.90 1 $7.90
Great Eagle A19 LED Light Bulb, 9W (60W Equivalent), UL Listed, 2700K (Warm White), 750 Lumens, Non-dimmable, Standard Replacement (4 Pack) • Amazon Business $7.29 1 $7.29
Sharpie Permanent Markers | Chisel Tip Markers, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $6.98 1 $6.98

Materials cost

$219.17

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$20.05

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.29

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$272.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.09

Total project goal

$320.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$320.60

1 Donor

-$302.51

Donations toward project cost

-$272.51

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$18.09

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$0.00

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