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Mrs. Cheramy from Madison, WI is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Cheramy's classroom raised $304

Sparkle and Shine: Dental Hygiene

Help me give my students books and other resources to learn and explore a healthy mouth and dental hygiene!

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Mrs. Cheramy MMSD Intensive Intervention Programs
Madison, WI Grades 6-8

My Project

A smile can say a lot, and for many students, the school day truly begins the moment they arrive. Dental hygiene, while seemingly basic, isn't a topic consistently taught at home for all children. This is precisely why providing resources for dental hygiene projects within schools is incredibly important, especially for students who may not have access to other avenues for developing healthy mouth habits.

For some students, school is one of the few places where they might learn about proper brushing, flossing, and the importance of a healthy diet for their teeth.

Without these resources, they could miss out on fundamental knowledge that impacts their overall health and well-being. Untreated dental issues can lead to pain, difficulty concentrating in class, and even affect their speech or self-esteem. By making dental hygiene a part of the school curriculum or project-based learning, we equip students with the tools and knowledge they need to take care of themselves, fostering lifelong habits that extend far beyond just a pretty smile. It's about ensuring every student has the chance to start their day, and indeed their life, with a healthy, confident grin.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than a third of students from low‑income households

35 students impacted 8 donors
Mrs. Cheramy MMSD Intensive Intervention Programs 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.

Madison, WI View local requests

More than a third 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

35 students impacted 8donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Melissa & Doug Super Smile Dentist Kit With Pretend Play Set of Teeth And Dental Accessories (25 Toy Pieces) Pretend Dentist Play Set, For Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $28.49 1 $28.49
Kaplan Early Learning Soft Toddler Dentist Kit - 7 Pieces • Kaplan Early Learning Company $26.96 1 $26.96
Plaque Disclosing Tablets for Teeth, 96 Count, Dental Disclosing Tablets for Kids or Adults, Shows Plaque, Helps Teach Kids Teeth-Brushing Habits for Clean Teeth, by Fresh Knight, Pack of (1) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Play-Doh Drill 'n Fill Dentist Toy for Kids 3 Years and Up with Cavity and Metallic Colored Modeling Compound, 10 Tools, 8 Total Cans, 2 Ounces Each, Non-Toxic, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $9.84 2 $19.68
Chart Teeth • Ward's Science $18.79 1 $18.79
TENFLY 100pcs Disposable Dental Exam Mouth Mirrors Oral Dental Mirror Plastic Dental Instrument (White) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Kaplan Early Learning Brushing Your Teeth Poster - Set of 12 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $12.56 1 $12.56
Cavities vs. Toothpaste: A Silly Hygiene Book about Brushing Teeth! (Hilarious Hygiene Battle) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
iShyan Crocodile Teeth Toys Game for Kids, Crocodile Biting Finger Dentist Games Funny Toys, 2020 Version Ages 4 and Up • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Open Wide: Tooth School Inside • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
GXXMEI 30PCS Lost Teeth Saver Necklace Organizer for Lost Teeth Lovely Baby Milk Tooth Fairy Storage Box Nice Child Teeth Keepsake Holder Children Teeth Save Box • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Doctor De Soto - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $8.02 1 $8.02
Max and Zoe at the Dentist • Amazon Business $7.26 1 $7.26
Doctor De Soto (Spanish Edition) - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $6.56 1 $6.56
Ultrassist Standard Teeth Model, 1:1 Life Size Model Teeth for Dentist, Demonstration Dental Teeth Model • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
My Weirder-est School - My Weirder-est School #3: Dr. Floss Is the Boss! - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
DK Readers. Level 1 - DK Readers L1: A Trip to the Dentist - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $3.64 1 $3.64

Materials cost

$224.97

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.37

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$258.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$45.59

Total project goal

$303.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $303.93

6 Donors

-$151.96

Donations toward project cost

-$129.17

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.79

match offer

-$151.96

Match offer toward project cost

-$129.17

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.79

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