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Mrs. Nina Barker from Springfield, MA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Beat the Summer Heat

Help me give my students water play to stay cool, learn, and build teamwork.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Nina Barker's classroom raised $248

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

Our classroom transforms into a joyful learning hub each summer, but without air conditioning, the heat can be a real challenge for our students. To help beat the heat and keep our kids safe, happy, and engaged, we’re hoping to add water toys and supplies to our summer program!

Water play isn’t just a fun way to cool down—it also supports sensory development, social skills, and physical activity.

Whether it’s sprinklers, water tables, splash pads, or water balloons, these simple tools can turn a sweltering day into a refreshing adventure for our students.

Your support would help us create a more comfortable and enriching environment during the hottest months. With your help, we can keep the smiles wide and the summer cool!

Mrs. Nina Barker Liberty Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Springfield, MA 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

60 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Prime Time Toys Hurricane Reusable Water Balls – 12-Pack Reusable Water Balloons for Kids Age 5+ – Silicone Water Balloons with Self Sealing Quick Fill, Refillable Water Balloons, Safe No Magnets • Amazon Business $14.87 6 $89.22
Podzly 12 Pack Beach Pails Sand Buckets - 7" Large Beach Pails with Handles for Kids - Colorful Beach Toys for Sand Molds & Castles - Great Sand Buckets - Fun and Learning Accessory for Kids! • Amazon Business $44.75 1 $44.75
Top Race 12-Piece Sand Toy Set - Durable & Imaginative Beach Play Kit with Colorful Buckets & White Shovels. Perfect for Kids Ages 3-5, Beach Parties, Outdoor Fun Gift for Young Beach Enthusiasts • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98
VIPAMZ Kids sprinklers for Yard Outdoor Activities-Spray waterpark Backyard Water Toys for Kids-Splashing Fun Activity for Summer, Spray Water Toy for Toddlers Boys Girls Dogs Pets • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$177.94

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$210.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.17

Total project goal

$247.78

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$247.78

1 Donor

-$247.78

Donations toward project cost

-$210.61

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.17

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$0.00

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