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Mr. Johnson from Tyler, TX is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mr. Johnson's classroom raised $462

Tetherball for Recess

Help me give my students another option for PE and recess at our school.

This project expired on February 2, 2025.

Mr. Johnson Clarkston Elementary School
Tyler, TX Grades 3-5

My Project

A tetherball setup would be a great addition to our school playground for several reasons.

Tetherball is a simple yet effective way to encourage students to be physically active.

It helps develop hand-eye coordination, timing, and reflexes while keeping kids engaged in fun, competitive play.

Tetherball is straightforward to learn, making it accessible to all students, regardless of skill level. Its simplicity ensures that everyone, from beginners to more experienced players, can enjoy the game without feeling left out.

The game is typically played one-on-one, fostering friendly competition and the development of social skills. Tetherball teaches students the value of taking turns, following rules, and handling both winning and losing graciously.

etherball requires minimal equipment and upkeep. Once installed, the game can be played repeatedly without needing much maintenance, making it a cost-effective addition to our playground.

The fast-paced nature of tetherball helps students develop concentration and quick decision-making. These skills can benefit them both in physical activities and in the classroom.

By adding a tetherball setup to our playground, we can provide students with another fun, engaging way to stay active while building important life skills like teamwork, sportsmanship, and focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

450 students impacted 5 donors
Mr. Johnson Clarkston Elementary 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.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Tyler, TX 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

450 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
STERLING Sunnywood Sports Heavy Duty Tetherball Set for Outdoor Backyard with Ball, Rope and Pole 10-1/2' Height • Amazon Business $119.00 3 $357.00

Materials cost

$357.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$392.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$69.24

Total project goal

$461.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $461.60

4 Donors

-$0.00

Donations toward project cost

-$0.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

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 $461.60

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