This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.
My Students
As a teacher in a low-income/high-poverty area, my students are faced with many challenges both in and out of the classroom. Every child in our school receives free or reduced lunch, and a large percentage of students are considered homeless. Despite this, my students are excited be part of a learning community where they feel safe and cared for.
Our classroom is an area where students are encouraged to work hard, collaborate with one another, and communicate clearly.
I encourage learning through exploration and value the intrinsic curiosity of my students.
My Project
We need new balls, jump ropes, hula hoops, and chalk to keep recess active and engaging! Recess is a time of play, competition, communication, and FUN! However, my students are not able to fully explore new activities, form relationships with other students who may be interested in the same activities, and express themselves through play due to the lack of sports and play equipment.
When asked what could make their day more fun and get them more excited about coming to school, my students quickly told me they wanted new balls, jump ropes, hula hoops, and chalk.
As a teacher, that is a simple request I believe can be fulfilled to grow our classroom community. Please help my students keep their bodies as active as their brains already are!
Atomic Athletics 6 Pack of Neon Rubber Playground Basketballs - Youth Size 5, 8.5" Balls with Air Pump and Mesh Storage Bag by K-Roo Sports
• Amazon Business
$39.99
1
$39.99
Atomic Athletics 6 Pack of Neon Rubber Playground Soccer Balls - Youth Size 4, 8" Balls with Air Pump and Mesh Storage Bag by K-Roo Sports
• Amazon Business
$29.99
1
$29.99
Wilson NFL Junior Touchdown Football
• Amazon Business
$9.99
2
$19.98
Crayola Sidewalk Chalk, Washable, Outdoor, Gifts for Kids, 64 Count
• Amazon Business
$9.90
2
$19.80
32" Snap Together Detachable Kids Hula Hoop for Playing
• Amazon Business
$6.50
2
$13.00
Toysmith TSM9413 Jump Rope, 7-Feet
• Amazon Business
$4.37
2
$8.74
Materials cost
$131.50
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$10.26
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.97
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$173.73
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$30.66
Total project goal
$204.39
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$204.39
2 Donors
-$102.56
Donations toward project cost
-$87.18
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$15.38
match offer
-$101.82
Match offer toward project cost
-$86.55
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Fender and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.