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Ms. Alexandra Jacobs from Folcroft, PA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Playful Minds: Elevating Recess with Games, Snacks, and Smiles

Help me give my students a variety of recess games, snacks, and rewards to enhance the overall well-being of our students.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Alexandra Jacobs's classroom raised $767

This project is fully funded

My Project

The requested items, including a variety of recess games, healthy snacks, and a token-based reward system, will significantly impact our students' learning experiences. The assortment of games caters to different interests and abilities, promoting physical activity and social interaction. Engaging in a variety of games enhances motor skills, teamwork, and strategic thinking. Providing nutritious snacks during recess ensures that students are fueled with the energy and nutrients needed for optimal cognitive function. Healthy eating habits positively impact their concentration and overall well-being. Token-Based Reward System: The token system introduces a positive reinforcement mechanism. By rewarding positive behavior, teamwork, and good sportsmanship with tokens that can be redeemed for prizes, we instill a sense of achievement and motivation in our students.

Our students are a unique and diverse group, each bringing their talents, interests, and backgrounds to our school community.

They are resilient, creative, and eager to learn. Despite facing various challenges, our students demonstrate a remarkable sense of curiosity and a strong desire to succeed. Their enthusiasm for learning and their ability to support and uplift one another make them truly special. This project seeks to celebrate their uniqueness by providing a positive and inclusive recess experience that aligns with their individual needs and interests.

Ms. Alexandra Jacobs Delcroft School 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.

Folcroft, PA 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

60 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Magna-Tiles® - Master Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.99 1 $129.99
Classroom Keepers 15-Slot Mailbox, 16-3/8 x 31-1/2 x 12-7/8 Inches • School Specialty $47.09 2 $94.18
Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers, Pack of 45 • School Specialty $44.92 2 $89.84
Snack Box Pros Fruit Gummies - Variety Pack 58 Pieces/Box (700-00112) • Staples $39.88 2 $79.76
Gardetto's Original Original Snack Mix, 1.75 oz., 42 Bags/Pack (GEM49448) • Quill.com $34.99 2 $69.98
Frito Lay Variety Corn Chips, 30 Bags/Pack (295-00007) • Quill.com $56.99 1 $56.99
Goldfish Cheddar Crackers 1.5 oz. 72 Packs/Box (CAM13539) • Staples $36.91 1 $36.91
Cheez-It White cheddar Crackers 1.5 oz. 45 Packs/Box (KEE10893) • Staples $21.98 1 $21.98
Magna-Tiles® Cars Expansion Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$594.62

Vendor shipping charges

 $18.40

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$651.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$115.05

Total project goal

$766.99

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $766.99

2 Donors

-$766.99

Donations toward project cost

-$651.94

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$115.05

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