Help me give my students the tools to learn responsibility through The Pencil Challenge!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Sawyer's classroom raised $378
This project is fully funded
My Project
In our second grade classroom, we’re launching The Great Pencil Challenge—a fun and motivating way to help students build responsibility and take pride in their materials. Each month, students receive a brand-new pencil as part of the challenge. Their goal? Keep that pencil in good condition and use it responsibly all month long!
If they succeed, they earn a small reward like a mini pencil sharpener, a fun pencil charm, or another school-related treat.
Then, the next month begins with a fresh new pencil and a renewed challenge! This project encourages students to care for their belongings, take ownership of their supplies, and contribute to a clean, respectful classroom environment.
With your support, I’ll be able to provide high-quality pencils, fun prizes, and incentives to keep the challenge going all year long. It’s a simple idea with a big impact—helping young learners develop lifelong habits of responsibility and pride in their work.
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
Kinetic Sand, 20-Pack Eggs with 3.3lbs Red, Yellow & Blue Play Sand for Egg Hunts, Party Favors & Goodie Bags, Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up
• Amazon Business
$27.99
2
$55.98
Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pre-Sharpened Pencils, No 2 HB Soft, Assorted Pastel Colors, Pack of 150
• School Specialty
$47.99
1
$47.99
30 Pack Mini Magnetic Drawing Board for Kid(6 Colors), Keychain Clip Doodle sketch Writing Pad, Toy Bulk for Toddler Rainbow Birthday Party Favor Classroom Supplies Treasure Box Prize Goody Bag Filler
• Amazon Business
$39.98
1
$39.98
ArtCreativity Nose Pencil Sharpeners for Kids (Pack of 12) Cool School Supplies for Boys and Girls, Funny Gag Gifts, Birthday Party Favors for Toddlers, Classroom Teacher Rewards and Prizes
• Amazon Business
$11.75
2
$23.50
Pencil: A Story With A Point
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$18.95
1
$18.95
Dicunoy 10PCS Acrylic Book Stands, Clear Display Easel, Art Display Holder for Picture Album, Brochure, Paperbacks on Tabletop, Shelves, Classroom, Library, Store
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$15.98
1
$15.98
Large Creative Cute Pencil Plush Pillow Cushion, Men and Women Birthday Gifts.
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$14.99
1
$14.99
24 Pack Stylus Pens for Touch Screens innhom Stylus Pen for ipad iPhone Tablets Samsung and Black Ink Ballpoint Pens-2 in 1 Stylists Pens
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$14.69
1
$14.69
GADMEXILY 100pcs Cartoon Keychain for Kids Party Favors, Mini Cute Keyring for Classroom Prizes, Birthday Christmas Party Favors Gift, Goodie Bag Stuffers Supplies, 20 Colors
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$13.95
1
$13.95
Kids Party Favors Slime Putty, 24 Pack Galaxy Slime Bulk, Crystal Slime for Goodie Bag, Stress Relief Toys, Tactile and Visual Stimulation, Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Girls and Boys
• Amazon Business
$12.39
1
$12.39
Pencils on Strike: A Funny, Rhyming, Read Aloud Kid's Book For Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, or Early Readers
• Amazon Business
$10.33
1
$10.33
Zddaoole 45 Pcs Pencil Topper Decorations,Different Cute Pencil Clips,Lovely Pencil Accessories,Bulk Pen Toppers Charm for Kids Students School Gifts,Prize,Reward
• Amazon Business
$6.99
1
$6.99
Fruit Scented Bookmarks Kids Scratch and Sniff Bookmarks Smelly Cute Gifts for Classroom Students Teens Food Lovers, 12 Styles(36 Pieces)
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$6.49
1
$6.49
Materials cost
$282.21
Vendor shipping charges
$4.80
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.23
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$321.24
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$56.69
Total project goal
$377.93
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$377.93
1 Donor
-$0.00
Donations toward project cost
-$0.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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