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Mrs. Hendrickson from Norfolk, VA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Active Minds, Active Bodies: Recess Supplies for First Grade

Help me give my students outdoor and indoor games to enhance their recess experience.

  • $300 goal

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My Project

My students look forward to recess each day as a time to unwind, have fun, and build friendships. However, our playground is in need of some new and exciting items to make recess even more engaging and active for all of our students. With your support, we can create an environment where every child has the chance to run, jump, and play to their heart's content.

My students are a bright and energetic group of children who love to learn and explore.

They come from diverse backgrounds and are always excited to experience new things. Recess is one of their favorite parts of the day because it gives them the chance to be active, creative, and socialize with their friends. By adding more play options, we can ensure that every child has something that sparks their interest and keeps them moving.

To enhance our recess experience, we are seeking funding for a variety of outdoor and indoor play items. These items will include [ jump ropes, building logs, sports balls, chalk, and goobi sticks etc.] These tools will help promote physical activity, teamwork, and creative play. With your help, my students will have the opportunity to enjoy a more enriching and joyful recess.

Physical activity is essential for young children, not only for their health but also for their cognitive development. By providing our students with engaging and fun equipment, we are giving them the tools to stay active, build social skills, and improve their overall well-being. These items will help our students return to the classroom feeling refreshed, focused, and ready to learn.

Mrs. Hendrickson Crossroads School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Norfolk, VA 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

HBCU Alum 20 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Joqutoys 170 PCS Classic Building Log Toys, Wood Logs Set Set for Boy, Creative Construction Educational Gift for Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $38.98 1 $38.98
Goobi Magnetic Building Sticks Blocks Toys Magnet Construction Set Tiles Toy Montessori STEM Educational Toys for Ages 3 4 5 6 7 8 Kids (110 Pcs, 110, Pieces) • Amazon Business $36.95 1 $36.95
LEGO Classic Large Creative Brick Box Building Set, Toy Storage Solution for Home or Classrooms, Creative Toy for Back to School, Interactive Building Toy for Kids, Boys and Girls Ages 4 and Up, 10698 • Amazon Business $33.12 1 $33.12
Just Jump It 16' Foot Single Jump Rope for Kids Women and Men - Active Outdoor Youth Fitness Excersing Equipment - Double Dutch Length Gym Accessories • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
S&S Worldwide 19" Spectrum Agility Rings (Set of 6) • Amazon Business $25.53 1 $25.53
VIAHART Brain Flakes 500 Piece Set, Ages 3+, Interlocking Plastic Disc Toy for Creative Building, Educational STEM Learning, Construction Block Play for Kids, Teens, Adults, Boys, and Girls • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
SCS Direct Gaga Ball Playground Balls (8.5 inches) w Air Pump- Durable Rubber Pack for Recess Dodgeball, Kickball, Gagaball Official Play & School -Fun Outdoor Toys & Gifts for Kids • Amazon Business $16.82 1 $16.82
Bedwina Sports Balls for Kids and Toddlers - (Pack of 4) 5-Inch Sports Ball Toy Set Includes Football, Soccer Ball, Basketball and Playground, for Fun Indoor & Outdoors, (Hand Pump Included) • Amazon Business $13.19 1 $13.19
School Smart Sidewalk Chalk Tub, Assorted Colors, Pack of 52 • School Specialty $7.07 1 $7.07

Materials cost

$220.63

Vendor shipping charges

 $0.71

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.31

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$254.65

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$44.94

Total project goal

$299.59

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $299.59

1 Donor

-$282.95

Donations toward project cost

-$254.65

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.30

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$16.64

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 $0.00

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