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Ms. Sargis from Hartford, CT is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Token Economy Calming Space!

Help me give my students a token economy system and calming environment materials!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Sargis's classroom raised $199

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Going into my second year as a special education teacher, I noticed how important it is to demonstrate positive behavior strategies. My goals for this project are to allow my students to recognize how to improve independently and strive to earn incentives.

A token economy benefits students by providing immediate and tangible reinforcement for positive behaviors, which can increase motivation and consistency in meeting academic and behavioral goals.

It also helps students develop self-regulation and responsibility as they learn to work towards rewards through their actions.

Other materials in this project will support the learning environment my students and I aim to achieve. A calming environment in the classroom reduces stress and anxiety, allowing students to focus better and absorb information more effectively. It also fosters a sense of safety and well-being, which enhances learning and encourages positive social interactions.

Ms. Sargis Parkville Community School Grades PreK-2

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.

Hartford, CT 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

18 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
American Plastic Toys Scoop Rockers - Set of 6 • Nasco $50.00 1 $50.00
BAILONGJU Globe String Lights 65.6FT 200 LED,8Modes Battery Operated Warm White,Fairy String Lights with Remote Control,Indoor Outdoor String Lights for Patio,Bedroom,Classroom,Garden,Party,Wedding • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Black, Low-Odor, Pack of 36, Perfect for Whiteboards, Non-Porous Surfaces & Home Offices • Amazon Business $20.44 1 $20.44
SAVERHO 36 Clear Pockets Classroom Pocket Chart for Cell Phone and Calculator Holder, Door Hanging Pocket Chart for Classroom Phone Holder with Number Sticker and Hooks (Blue) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
150 Pcs I Was Caught Being Good Incentive Coins Tokens Colorful Plastic Reward Coins Smile Face Coins Pretend Play Coins Toy Coins with a Clear Box for School Teacher Rewards and Behavior Incentives • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$136.40

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$168.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$29.73

Total project goal

$198.18

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$198.18

2 Donors

-$180.53

Donations toward project cost

-$168.45

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.08

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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$0.00

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