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Mrs. Samuels from Flushing, NY is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Essentials for Independence

Help me give my students a toaster oven, a mannequin, bowls and other resources to learn ADL skills such as personal grooming by dressing a mannequin daily and learning how to cook independently.

  • $870 goal

This project expired on June 25, 2024.

This project expired on June 25, 2024.

My Project

In my class there are 6 students ages 17-20. We are working on ADL skills and preparing them for future success. In order to do that my students are learning how to appropriately dress for the weather and season. In school that is a hard task, so in school they could practice on a mannequin. My students check the weather every day and now as part of their morning routine they would also dress the mannequin appropriately for the weather and the season.

In addition, cooking is a lifelong necessary skill for my students.

We would like to incorporate using a small convection oven and blender in the classroom. My students need to know how to cook simple, yet healthy food items. They love to eat and this would help them become more excited and take ownership over what they eat. My goal would be to eventually have a work site where my students find something they enjoy cooking and spreading it to the rest of the school community.

My goal is for my students to able to dress themselves appropriately and cook basic foods they enjoy that are also healthy. I know we can accomplish this goal with your help!

Mrs. Samuels PS Q177 Robin Sue Ward School Grades 9-12

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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 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

Never Before Funded 6 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Breville - the Smart Oven Pro Convection Toaster Oven - Brushed Stainless Steel • Best Buy Education $241.13 1 $241.13
SereneLife Adjustable Male Mannequin Full Body Body-73 Detachable Dress Form Poseable Life Size Torso-for Retail Clothing Shops SLMAQML, White • Amazon Business $150.58 1 $150.58
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls - Five-Piece Set • Nasco $28.26 2 $56.52
T-fal© Silicone Oven Mitt - 12-3/4 in. x 7 in. - Charcoal • Nasco $8.58 6 $51.48
Hamilton Beach Power Elite Wave Action blender-for Shakes & Smoothies, Puree, Crush Ice, 40 Oz Glass Jar, 12 Functions, Stainless Steel Ice Sabre-Blades, Black (58148A) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Shuttle Art 48 Pack Washable Dot Markers, 12 Assorted Colors with 6 Activity Books, Fun Art Supplies for Kids Toddlers, Non Toxic Water-Based Paint Daubers, 4 Sets x 12 Colors Dot Markers • Amazon Business $36.98 1 $36.98
Hamilton Beach 6-Speed Electric Hand Mixer with Whisk, Dough Hooks and Easy Clean Beaters, Snap-On Storage Case, White • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Small Baking Sheets for Oven, Shinsin Nonstick Cookie Pans Set of 3, 8 inch Carbon Steel Cookie Sheet Pans Professional Mini Baking Replacement Trays for Toaster Oven, Easy Clean, Dishwasher Safe • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
MCIRCO 6 Piece Stainless Steel Baking Sheet with Rack with Silicone Baking Mat Set (2 Pans + 2 Racks + 2 Mats), 12.4 x 9.6 x 1 Inch Cookie Sheet with Cooling Rack, Non Toxic, Heavy Duty & Easy Clean • Amazon Business $21.98 1 $21.98
Washable Dot Markers for Kids Toddlers & Preschoolers, 24 Colors Bingo Paint Daubers Marker Kit with Free Activity Book • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98
Kitchen Utensils Set 35 PCS Cooking Utensils Set, Nonstick and Heat Resistant Nylon Stainless Steel Silicone Spatula Set - Kitchen Gadgets Home Essentials Kitchen Accessories, Apartment Must Haves • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$687.60

Vendor shipping charges

 $10.80

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.31

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$738.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$130.36

Total project goal

$869.07

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