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Mr. Rowsey from Columbus, OH is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Board Game Club for Middle School Students!

Help me give my students exciting board games for our board game club.

  • $382 goal

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My Project

A Board Game Club for middle school students, can provide a wide range of academic, social, and emotional benefits that contribute to the overall development of young people. Here's why it would be valuable:

1 Enhances Social Skills and Teamwork

Board games provide an opportunity for students to work together in teams or engage in friendly competition. Learning to take turns, negotiate, cooperate, and resolve conflicts are essential social skills that students often practice in a more natural, fun environment. These experiences can improve peer relationships and foster a sense of community within the school.

2. Fosters Creativity and Imagination

Many board games encourage creative thinking, whether through storytelling, strategy, or problem-solving. This type of play can also enhance language skills as students practice verbal communication and narrative construction.

3. Builds Inclusivity and Equity

A Board Game Club can be an inclusive space where all students, regardless of background or ability, can participate. Games can be chosen to accommodate diverse interests and skill levels, providing an opportunity for everyone to contribute and feel valued. This inclusivity fosters a sense of belonging, which is crucial for students' emotional well-being and school engagement.

4. Provides a Healthy Break from Screen Time

In an age of increasing screen time and digital engagement, board games offer students a hands-on, offline activity that promotes face-to-face interaction. Taking a break from screens can improve focus, reduce stress, and encourage healthier socializing.

Conclusion:

A Board Game Club provides an enriching and well-rounded experience that can positively impact the academic, social, and emotional development of middle school students. By supporting this club, donors help create an opportunity for students to engage in constructive and enjoyable activities that enhance their school experience and prepare them for future success.

Mr. Rowsey Focus Learning Academy - Nrth Columbus Grades 6-8

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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.

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More than half of 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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Family Classics Chess by Pressman - with Folding Board and Full Size Chess Pieces • Amazon Business $13.43 3 $40.29
IELLO: King of Tokyo, New Edition, Strategy Board Game, Space Penguin Included in the Box, For 2 to 6 Players, 30 Minute Play Time, For Ages 8 and Up • Amazon Business $34.98 1 $34.98
Camel Up (Second Edition) | Strategy , Dice Game | Family Board Game for Adults and Kids | Ages 8 and up | 3 to 8 Players | Average Playtime 30-45 Minutes | Made by Eggertspiele • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
Forbidden Island – The Cooperative Strategy Survival Island Board Game,2-4 players • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Hasbro Gaming Clue Board Game for Kids Ages 8 and Up, Reimagined Clue Game for 2-6 Players, Mystery Games, Detective Games, Family Games for Kids and Adults • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
Tile Lock Scrabble,2 to 4 players • Amazon Business $19.76 1 $19.76
Yahtzee Board Games Bundled with Yahtzee Score Pads • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Pressman Checkers -- Classic Game With Folding Board and Interlocking Checkers ,5" • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Guess Who? Board Game with Classic Characters by Winning Moves Games USA, Classic Children's Mystery Board Game of Deduction for 2 Players, Ages 6+ (1191) • Amazon Business $13.88 1 $13.88
Helvetiq Bandido Card Game | Fun Strategy Game for Family Game Night | Cooperative Game for Adults and Kids | Ages 6+ | 1-4 Players | Average Playtime 15 Minutes | Made • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Boggle Classic Game | Word Search Games | Ages 8+ | 1 or More Players | Portable Travel Size | Fun Family Dice Games for Adults and Kids • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Goliath PRS2014-12 Backgammon for 2 Players | Backgammon The Classic Game of Chance and Skill That Has Been Fascinating Gamesters for Over 3,000 Years • Amazon Business $11.50 1 $11.50
Mattel Games UNO Card Game for Family Night, Travel Game & Gift for Kids in a Collectible Storage Tin for 2-10 Players (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 Classic Grid,4 in a Row Game,Strategy Board Games for Kids,2 Player .for Family and Kids,Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Hasbro Gaming Sorry! Game • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Exploding Kittens Presents Happy Salmon - Card Games for Adults, Teens and Kids, Funny Family Games - 3-8 Players, Ages 6+ - Quick Party Game with 90-Second Rounds, Easy to Learn Matching Card Game • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49

Materials cost

$289.57

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.34

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$323.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$57.16

Total project goal

$381.07

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $381.07

1 Donor

-$381.07

Donations toward project cost

-$323.91

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$57.16

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