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Ms. Tripotseris from Richmond Hill, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Encouragement and Creativity

Help me give my students the opportunity to learn through play and collaboration. Additionally, I strive to create a comfortable environment for students, offering incentives that encourage regular attendance.

  • $182 goal

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My Project

In my first-grade classroom, I am committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that caters to the diverse needs of each student. By strategically integrating materials like incentive toys and social-emotional learning tools, I aim to create engaging and personalized learning experiences. These incentive toys will serve as motivating rewards that encourage active participation, attendance, and positive behavior, while the social-emotional learning tools will help students develop essential skills such as self-awareness, empathy, and effective communication.

Through the use of these materials, I plan to provide opportunities for hands-on learning, collaboration, and emotional growth.

By incorporating incentive toys creatively into lessons, I can inspire curiosity and a sense of achievement among my students. Simultaneously, the social-emotional learning tools will empower them to navigate their emotions, build strong relationships, and cultivate a supportive classroom community. By leveraging these resources effectively, I am confident that I can better support my first-grade students in their academic development and overall well-being.

Ms. Tripotseris PS 51 Grades PreK-2

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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Richmond Hill, NY View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

30 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
4E's Novelty Expandable Breathing Ball Sphere (4 Pack) Toy for Kids Stress Reliever Fidget Toys Colors May Vary for Yoga Anxiety Relaxation Expands from 5.6" to 12" • Amazon Business $29.39 1 $29.39
Huaker 88 Piece Magnetic Balls and Rods Set,Magnetic Building Toys Colorful DIY STEM Building Blocks Sticks for Ages 3+ Year Old Children Boy Girl Educational Construction Toy • Amazon Business $24.29 1 $24.29
Amy&Benton 200PCS Treasure Box Toys Classroom Prizes Kids Birthday Party Favors Goodie Bag Fillers Pinata Stuffers Prize Box Items Gift Bag Fillers • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
hand2mind Express Your Feelings Sensory Bottles- Primary Emotions, Toddler Sensory Toys, Quiet Fidget Toys, Play Therapy Toys, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Calming Corner, Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
100 Pack Squishies Toys, Tiny Mochi Squishy Fidget Toys Random Bulk Party Favors for Kids 4- 8 8-12 Goodie Bag Pinata Stocking Stuffers Classroom Prizes Treasure Box Egg Fillers Girls • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$122.60

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.84

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$154.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.25

Total project goal

$181.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $181.69

1 Donor

-$91.00

Donations toward project cost

-$77.35

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.65

match offer

-$90.69

Match offer toward project cost

-$77.09

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.60

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 $0.00

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