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Mrs. Peck from Huntsville, AL is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Phones Down, Heads Up: Building a Culture of Connection

Help me give my students the opportunity to interact with one another and their own brains through games, books, and puzzles, without the distraction of their phones.

  • $519 goal

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

My Project

In today’s digital world, it’s more important than ever to create intentional moments of connection and conversation in the classroom. I’m seeking support to fund a secure cell phone holding station and a collection of engaging books, games, and group activities for my high school students. This project is designed to transform downtime into meaningful time, where students can laugh, read, talk, and collaborate without screens in the way. Whether it’s a quick card game, a thought-provoking book, or a team-building challenge, these resources will help foster a stronger sense of community, reduce distraction, and promote real-world social skills. Help me turn our classroom into a place where connection thrives!

Mrs. Peck Huntsville High School Grades 9-12

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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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More than half of 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

Never Before Funded 100 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Loghot Aluminum Alloy Pocket Chart Cell Phones Storage Cabinet for Cell Phones,Wall-Mounted with a Locked,Can be Carried by Hand (48 Slots) • Amazon Business $89.96 1 $89.96
3 Book Set: Complete Legacy of Orisha Series: Children of Blood and Bone, Virtue and Vengeance, Anguish & Anarchy (hardcover, YA 14+) x MahoganyBooks • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $56.00 1 $56.00
Hunger Games 4-Book Paperback Box Set (the Hunger Games, Catching Fire, Mockingjay, the Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes) • Amazon Business $33.25 1 $33.25
Percy Jackson - Percy Jackson and the Olympians Collection - 5 Book Set - Collection • AKJ Education $32.08 1 $32.08
Mattel Uno Original and Uno Flip Card Games, Combo Pack of 2 • Amazon Business $13.50 2 $27.00
Adult Coloring Books Super Set -- 10 Deluxe Coloring Books for Adults and Teens • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Hues & Cues: A Guessing Game of Colors and Clues • Blick Art Materials $20.46 1 $20.46
Spin Master Games, Head’s Up. 4th Edition, Easy to Play for Family Game Night, Fun for Adult, Teens & Kids, 2-6 Players, for Ages 8 & Up • Amazon Business $20.10 1 $20.10
Hasbro Gaming Guess Who? People & Pets Board Game Edition | The Original Guessing Game | Easter Gifts for Girls & Boys | Ages 6+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.39 1 $16.39
Mattel Games Set of 3 Card Games with UNO, Phase 10 & ONO 99, Travel Fun for Kids & Family Night with Storage Tin Box (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $15.00 1 $15.00
The Ultimate Brain Games And Puzzles Book For Teens: Tricky But Fun Brain Teasers, Trivia Challenges, Crosswords, Word Searches, Cryptograms And Much More To Keep Your Mind Sharp And Engaged • Amazon Business $9.87 1 $9.87
The Logic Puzzle Book for Teens: 100 Challenging Brain Games and Puzzles • Amazon Business $8.26 1 $8.26
National Geographic Kids Quiz Whiz: 1,000 Super Fun, Mind-bending, Totally Awesome Trivia Questions • Amazon Business $6.30 1 $6.30
The Hardest Hidden Pictures Book Ever: 1500+ Tough Hidden Objects to Find, Extra Tricky Seek-and-Find Activity Book, Kids Puzzle Book for Super Solvers (Highlights Hidden Pictures) • Amazon Business $5.59 1 $5.59

Materials cost

$365.21

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $29.76

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$440.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$77.72

Total project goal

$518.12

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