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Ms. McFarley from North Miami Beach, FL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Day and Autism Awareness Day

Help me give my students bracelets, stickers and pencils for Down Syndrome Awareness day and Autism Awareness day.

  • $719 goal

This project expired on March 25, 2024.

This project expired on March 25, 2024.

My Project

My students are inquisitive and energetic, and most of them are from families, who are low socio-economic backgrounds. Our middle schools students elected our student council who want to facilitate a school wide awareness activities for Down Syndrome Awareness Day and Autism Awareness Day. We have students in our school. We have students with Down Syndrome and Autism, and it is helpful if everyone understands their needs.

With your help, my students will create a package of stickers, bracelets, and pencils to spark discussion and awareness.

During lunch, they will provide cards with information about Down Syndrome and Autism and puzzles activities for students to put together. They will also share information on the morning announcements and encourage discussions. Since our school has 1000 students school-wide, we need your help to provide the supplies to share freely with all students.

Ms. McFarley Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy 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

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.

More about Ms. McFarley

North Miami Beach, FL View local requests

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

900 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
500 Pcs Autism Awareness Silicone Bracelets Colorful Puzzle Pieces Wristbands Rubber Wrist Bands with Inspirational Saying Autism Awareness Bulk Items for Kids Adults Fundraising Activities Supplies • Amazon Business $57.99 2 $115.98
240 Pieces Autism Awareness Pencils Inspirational Pencils Autism Acceptance Autism Awareness Accessories Puzzle Pencils with Eraser for Kids Teachers Classroom Autistic Pride Day World Autism Day • Amazon Business $23.79 4 $95.16
ReliThick 72 Pcs Down Syndrome Awareness Accessories Include Blue and Yellow Silicone Bracelet Wristband Down Syndrome Awareness Ribbon with Pins Retractable Ballpoint Pen for Men Women • Amazon Business $20.49 4 $81.96
The Uzzle 3.0 Board Game, Family Board Games for Children & Adults, Block Puzzle Games for Ages 4+ • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
600 Pcs Autism Temporary Tattoos Ribbon Butterfly Autism Awareness Stickers puzzle Autism Stickers for Women Men School Supplies • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
2 Pack Wooden Russian Blocks Puzzle + Hexagon Puzzles for Kids & Adults, Wooden Block Puzzle Intelligence Brain Teasers Toy Logic Game STEM Educational Gift for Children • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
Brain Teaser Puzzles for Kids Teens and Adults 12Pcs,Mind Game Puzzle Set, 3D Plastic Unlock Interlock Toy, Desk Toys for Office for Adults,Suitable for IQ,Logic Test, Fidgeting and Pastime • Amazon Business $14.95 2 $29.90
600 Pieces Autism Ribbon Stickers Autism Awareness Stickers Autism Stickers for Cars Autism Awareness Decorations Autism Car Decals for Cars Fundraising Wall Window Office Bottle Book 1.5 x 3 Inch • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Quality Park, QUA38190, Recycled Clasp Envelopes, 100 / Box, Brown, 9 x 12 • Amazon Business $22.60 1 $22.60
Top Flight PSTF10NWT #10 Envelopes, Strip & Seal, Security Tinted, White Paper, 24 lb, 500 Count • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Top Flight PSTF10NWT #10 Envelopes, Strip & Seal, Security Tinted, White Paper, 24 lb, 500 Count • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Heyfary Autism Awareness Tablecloth Love Needs No Words Puzzle Piece April Decoration Home Kitchen Dining Room Table Decor-60×84inch • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Epakh 1000 Pieces Down Syndrome Awareness Stickers Rainbow Blue and Yellow Ribbon Stickers Adhesive Down Syndrome Awareness Decal You Can Be Whatever You Want Envelopes Tag, 2 Roll • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
30 Pcs Autism Awareness Bracelets Puzzle Pieces Autism Awareness Silicone Wristbands Special Autism Education Motivational Rubber Wristband for Women Adult Teens Gifts Party Supplies Presents • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$566.47

Vendor shipping charges

$5.55

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$610.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$107.74

Total project goal

$718.26

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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