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Mrs. White from Tulsa OK is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Optimizing GT 24/25!

Help me give my students the best year yet. Planning for next year, needing to replace supplies consumed and tweak activities for an even better result in 24/25!

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Spring is when I begin thinking about the fall and NEXT school year! Students and I talk about what went well this year and what needs to be tweaked. So now is the perfect time to plan school year 24/25!

What went well: Inspirational quotes and designs to color for my more artsy students.

These supplies and activities worked wonders on creative minds and soothing anxiety at the same time. Gifted & Talented (GT) students need outlets to be creative while burning off anxious energy. But, I am adding the DNA book for my more science-oriented students to flourish as well!

Chess is a favorite! When I first started with GT, I bought a few sets myself. They were inexpensive and have been very well used to where the boards are falling apart. These new sets are more solidly made with options of Backgammon (great thinking game) and checkers not to mention self-storage. A much needed replacement and improvement for the future.

Dance Party 30 second break is an excellent quick brain break and much needed movement choice. We all need a brain break occasionally. Working this skill into my students work-day teaches them to take that break time but then how to refocus.

The games are sneaky ways to allow them to "play" but use important thinking skills and problem solving strategies. Students think of it at free time; I provide choices that will also develop their minds in the process.

Mrs. White
Grades 6-8

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Gel Pens for Adult Coloring Books, 160 Pack Artist Colored Gel Pen with 40% More Ink, Black Case. Perfect for Kids Drawing Doodle Crafts Journaling Planner • Amazon Business $21.59 4 $86.36
USAopoly Telestrations Party Pack 12 Player | 600 New Phrases to Sketch | Family Board Game | A Fun Family Game for Kids and Adults | Family Game Night Just Got Better | Telephone Game Sketched Out, Multi-colored • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98
3 in 1 Chess Checkers Backgammon Set, KAILE Magnetic Chess Travel Magnet Chess with Folding Case 13" • Amazon Business $16.65 4 $66.60
Command Poster Strips, Damage Free Hanging Poster Hangers, No Tools Wall Hanging Strips for Posters, 256 White Command Adhesive Strips • Amazon Business $29.95 2 $59.90
30 SECOND DANCE PARTY Volume II | Dance Party Button with Music | Gag Gifts | Office Toys (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $42.99 1 $42.99
Helvetiq SIXSTIX Card Game - Logical and Visual Puzzles for Brainy Fun! Strategy Game, Family Game for Kids & Adults, Ages 8+, 1-4 Players, 30 Minute Playtime, Made • Amazon Business $14.54 2 $29.08
Coucrek Floor Lamp for Living Room, 3 Color Temperature Modern Standing Lamps, Minimalist Pole Lamp Tall Lamps for Bedroom Living Room Office,Black • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Yunsailing 80 Packs Multi Colored Bulk Earbuds for Classroom Individually Wrapped 3.5 mm in Ear Earphones with Wire for Android MP3 Students Adult Schools Hospitals Hotels Library Museums Gift • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Giant Flying Disc 27 Inch Diameter Foldable Soft Flying Ring Flying Disk Light Weight Play Disc Toss Fabric Disc for Kids Adults School Activities Indoors Outdoor Parent Child Interaction Games • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
100 Inspirational Quotes Coloring Book for Adults: 100 Motivational Quotes, Positive Affirmations and Inspirational Phrases for Stress Relief and Relaxation • Amazon Business $11.69 2 $23.38
Hasbro Gaming Simon Handheld Electronic Memory Game With Lights and Sounds for Kids Ages 8 and Up • Amazon Business $19.68 1 $19.68
DNA Coloring Book For Scientists: Joyful Science Coloring Book For Kids And Students Of Middle School Science Activities • Amazon Business $6.97 2 $13.94
Affirmations for Middle School Girls: Coloring Book • Amazon Business $4.99 2 $9.98

Materials cost

$510.85

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$41.63

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$590.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$104.14

Total project goal

$694.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$694.28

2 Donors

-$150.00

Donations toward project cost

-$127.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.50

An Anonymous Supporter match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

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$444.28

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