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Mrs. Royal from Jackson, MS is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Great Student Athletes

Help me give my student athletes snacks, track shoes and items to have a great and successful track season.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Royal's classroom raised $952

This project is fully funded

My Project

I love the hard work and dedication my student/athletes exemplify inside and outside the classroom. Track shoes, drinks, snacks, starting blocks, discus, and track batons can make a big difference for my student athletes.

My student athletes are special because they bring unique talents, dedication, and a willingness to improve.

Track Shoes will provide better grip and support, reducing the risk of injury and improving performance by allowing for more efficient movement. The drinks and snacks will keep my athletes hydrated and fueled, which is crucial for maintaining energy levels and recovery. The starting blocks will help sprinters get a powerful and explosive start, which can shave off valuable seconds from their times. The discus is essential for practicing throwing techniques, improving strength, and mastering form. Finally, the track batons are important for relay races, ensuring smooth handoffs and practicing teamwork and coordination.

Each athlete has their own strengths and areas to develop, and their commitment to training and teamwork sets them apart. Their passion for the sport and their perseverance through challenges make them stand out. Plus, their individual progress and achievements contribute to the success of the entire team, creating a supportive and motivating environment for everyone.

Mrs. Royal Lanier High School Grades 6-8

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

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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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Peanut Free Snacks & Tree Nut-Free Snacks Variety Pack - Allergy Friendly Snacks for Kids Individually Wrapped - Cookies, Candy, Crackers, Chips - Bulk Assortment (58 Count) • Amazon Business $39.99 4 $159.96
Gatorade Variety Pack 20 oz. Bottles 12/Carton (QUA13331) • Staples $19.74 5 $98.70
True Clear Purified Bottled Water 16.9 fl. oz. Bottles 24/Carton (TC54594) • Staples $8.95 10 $89.50
Lightning Starting Block Sprinter Pedals 6 Angle Adjustable Sprinter Track and Field Aluminum Suitable for Plastic Runway Cinder Track-25in Yellow • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Welch's Fruit Snacks Mixed Fruit 8 oz 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $12.89 4 $51.56
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $12.48 4 $49.92
iFRich Track Spikes Shoes Mens Womens Mesh Track and Field Athletics Sneakers Boys Girls Training Sprint Racing Track Shoes with Spikes • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Snacks PK 50 • Grainger $38.64 1 $38.64
Nabisco Fun Shapes Variety Pack, Barnum's Animal Crackers, Teddy Grahams and CHIPS AHOY! Cookies, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $9.14 4 $36.56
iFRich Track Spikes Shoes Mens Womens Mesh Track and Field Athletics Sneakers Boys Girls Training Sprint Racing Track Shoes with Spikes • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
6Pcs Interesting Baton Track and Field - Aluminum Relay Batons for Relay Race,Track & Field Equipment • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Deekin 2 Pcs Sports Rubber Practice Discus Smooth Surface Black Rubber Discus Disc Track and Field Equipment for High School Man Woman Outdoor Throwing Practice Students • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99

Materials cost

$717.79

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$50.25

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.77

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$808.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$142.73

Total project goal

$951.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$951.54

3 Donors

-$475.76

Donations toward project cost

-$404.40

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$71.36

match offer

-$475.78

Match offer toward project cost

-$404.41

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$71.37

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