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Mr. Grochowsky from Estacada, OR is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Safe Space for All Students to Learn Fitness for Life.

Help me give my students the tools needed to learn fitness skills for life.

  • $3,868 goal

This project expired on August 24, 2025.

This project expired on August 24, 2025.

My Project

As a Physical Education teacher, my mission is to instill in students the understanding that fitness is not just for school—it's for life. To support this goal, I am requesting updated PE and sports equipment that will help create engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate fitness experiences for all students.

Quality exercise equipment plays a vital role in the learning process.

It enhances participation, allows for differentiated instruction, and supports a wide variety of activities that build strength, endurance, coordination, and confidence. With the right tools, students are more motivated, better able to understand fitness concepts, and more likely to carry healthy habits beyond the classroom.

Investing in PE equipment is an investment in lifelong health. By giving students positive early experiences with exercise, we empower them to value movement, develop self-discipline, and maintain active lifestyles well into adulthood.

Thank you for supporting our students' health and future.

Mr. Grochowsky Estacada Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Estacada, OR View local requests

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 450 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Tandem Sport Vertical Challenger Jump Tester - Middle-High School - Adult • School Specialty $464.99 1 $464.99
LIONSCOOL 2-Inch Rubber Olympic Grip Weight Plates for Strength Training, Weightlifting, Solid Cast Iron Plate for Barbell in Single/Pair/Set for Home & Gym (2.5-45LB), One Year Warranty • Amazon Business $94.99 4 $379.96
DOM Pro Hockey Stick Set, Includes 10 Sticks, 2 Goalie Sticks, 2 SuperPucks and 2 Balls - Glass - High School - Adult • School Specialty $279.97 1 $279.97
LIONSCOOL 2-Inch Rubber Olympic Grip Weight Plates for Strength Training, Weightlifting, Solid Cast Iron Plate for Barbell in Single/Pair/Set for Home & Gym (2.5-45LB), One Year Warranty • Amazon Business $64.99 4 $259.96
Tachikara© SV18S Volleyball - Scarlet/White/Black • Nasco $23.79 10 $237.90
LIONSCOOL 2-Inch Rubber Olympic Grip Weight Plates for Strength Training, Weightlifting, Solid Cast Iron Plate for Barbell in Single/Pair/Set for Home & Gym (2.5-45LB), One Year Warranty • Amazon Business $53.99 4 $215.96
GoSports Wood Pickle Ball Starter Set - Includes 2 Wooden Paddles, 4 Official Pickleballs & Backpack Tote • Amazon Business $19.85 10 $198.50
Swing Sports Portable Ball Cart on Wheels - 40 x 24in Volleyball Cart with Wheels Equipment Storage Cart Ball Caddy • Amazon Business $93.99 2 $187.98
CAP Barbell Dumbbell Set with Rack | Multiple Options in 150lbs and 210lbs • Amazon Business $180.25 1 $180.25
Marcy Standard Weight Bench Incline with Leg Developer and Butterfly Arms, Multifunctional Workout Equipment, Workout Equipment for Home Gym, Alloy Steel MD-389 • Amazon Business $179.99 1 $179.99
HulkFit 2-Inch Olympic Trap Bar Hex Bar Weightlifting and Strength Training Exercise Equipment for Home Gym Light Commercial Gym - Deadlifts, Squats, Rows, Bench Press and Farmer Carries, Multicolor • Amazon Business $169.75 1 $169.75
LIONSCOOL 2-Inch Rubber Olympic Grip Weight Plates for Strength Training, Weightlifting, Solid Cast Iron Plate for Barbell in Single/Pair/Set for Home & Gym (2.5-45LB), One Year Warranty • Amazon Business $80.99 2 $161.98
Franklin Sports Kids Junior Football - Grip-Rite 100 Youth Junior Size Rubber Footballs - Peewee Kids Durable Outdoor Rubber Footballs - Single Footballs + 6 Football Bulk Packs Available • Amazon Business $33.49 2 $66.98
GoSports Soft Touch Recreational Volleyball - Regulation Size for Indoor or Outdoor Play - Includes Ball Pump - Choose Between Single or 6 Pack • Amazon Business $59.63 1 $59.63

Materials cost

$3,043.80

Vendor shipping charges

 $167.50

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$45.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$3,286.96

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$580.05

Total project goal

$3,867.01

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