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Mrs. Mazza from Philadelphia, PA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Project Prize Palooza

Help me give my students be able to earn amazing prizes within the classroom!

  • $216 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

Incorporating a tangible prize system within the classroom offers a range of benefits that positively impact student learning. Tangible rewards serve as powerful motivators, providing students with concrete incentives for their efforts and achievements. This system reinforces positive behaviors, academic accomplishments, and active participation, creating a sense of recognition and accomplishment among students. Moreover, tangible prizes add an element of excitement and fun to the learning process, making it more engaging and enjoyable for students. By associating tangible rewards with specific achievements, educators can cultivate a goal-oriented mindset, encouraging students to set and strive for academic and behavioral objectives. Overall, a tangible prize system not only boosts students' morale and motivation but also contributes to a positive classroom culture that values effort and success.

Mrs. Mazza
Grades 3-5
    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

    This project will reach 24 students.

    4 donors have given to this project.

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
50 Pcs Fidget Toys Pack - Kids Stocking Stuffers Gifts for Kids, Party Favors Autism Autistic Children - Adults Stress Relief Sensory Toy - ADHD Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
URSKYTOUS 130Pcs Animal Erasers Kids Pencil Erasers Desk Pets Puzzle Erasers Bulk Mini Animal Food Erasers Toys Eraser Prizes for Classroom Rewards, Game Prizes, Treasure Box, Easter Egg Fillers • Amazon Business $21.58 1 $21.58
Leeche Premium Pop Party Favors Toys for kids,107PCS Prize Box Toys for All Ages kids,Birthday Party, School Classroom Rewards, Carnival Prizes, Pinata Fillers, Treasure Chest, Goody Bag Fillers • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Learning Resources Magnetic Create-A-Space Storage Bins - Set of 4 • Blick Art Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Fidget Toys Set, 80 Pack Sensory Toys Party Favors Kids Autism Autistic Children, Classroom Treasure Box Chest Prizes Pinata Stuffer Gifts Small Mini Bulk Toy Carnival ADHD • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Ring Pop Hard Candy | Individually Wrapped Wearable Lollipop Suckers Snack Assorted Flavors | Birthday Party Pinata Gift Deco Prize Box Goodies (Freeze Pop - Rainbow Berry Lemon Raspberry 2 Bags) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Sticker for Water Bottles, 300 Pcs/Pack Cute Vinyl Waterproof Vsco Laptop Stickers for School Students Classroom Christmas Stocking Stuffers Teachers Prizes Hydroflask Stickers for Kids Teens Girls • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
32 PCS Mini Fidget Spinners Soccer Ball Toys for Kids, Soccer Party Favors Goodie Bag Stuffers, Rotatable Soccer Finger Stress Balls for Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
30 Pack Valentines Day Gifts for Kids School Party Favors kids Valentines Cards for Kids Classroom Exchange Bulk Toys Its Mini Toy Goodie Bags Stuffers Heart Pop Fidget Keychain for Toddler Boys Girls • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$141.42

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.12

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$183.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$32.38

Total project goal

$215.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$215.87

4 Donors

-$212.93

Donations toward project cost

-$183.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.44

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.94

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$0.00

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