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Mrs. McElfresh from Kaneohe, HI is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Gearing Up for Healthy Habits!

Help me give my students the socks, adaptable fitness technology, and varied strength-training resources they need to ensure ALL can access our fitness center and participate in dynamic physical fitness activities.

  • 1 donor
  • $737 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Our students are bursting with potential, and we're committed to providing them with the tools they need to thrive both academically and physically. We're requesting specific items to transform our physical education classes and before/after-school fitness clubs into dynamic, inclusive, and effective spaces.

How the items will make a difference:

Socks: These are essential for hygiene and inclusion. Many students don't have clean socks daily, which prevents them from using our fitness center shoes. Providing socks removes this barrier, ensuring everyone can participate safely.

BlazePod Adapters: These innovative tools will revolutionize our fitness activities. They allow us to create engaging, reaction-based drills that improve agility, coordination, and cognitive skills, making fitness fun and effective.

Weighted Bars, Battle Rope Anchor, Medicine Ball Rack, and Kettlebells: This strength-training equipment will provide our students with opportunities to build muscle, improve cardiovascular health, and develop proper lifting techniques. These resources will allow us to offer varied and progressive fitness programs, catering to different skill levels and interests.

Our Goals:

-Increase student participation in physical activity.

-Improve students' overall fitness levels and promote healthy lifestyles.

-Create an inclusive environment where all students feel welcome and supported.

-Develop students' confidence, resilience, and teamwork skills.

-To provide students with access to fitness equipment that they may not have access to outside of school

Our students are resilient, enthusiastic, and eager to learn. Many come from backgrounds where access to fitness resources is limited. Despite these challenges, they approach every activity with a positive attitude and a willingness to try new things. They are a diverse group, each with unique strengths and talents. They deserve access to high-quality fitness equipment and opportunities to develop their physical and mental well-being.

Mrs. McElfresh Kahaluu Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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Kaneohe, HI 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
BlazePod Official Cone Adaptor Kit • Amazon Business $31.00 6 $186.00
Yes4All Total Body Workout Weighted Pilates Bar, Body Bar For Exercise, Therapy, Aerobics, and Yoga, Strength Training, Set of 10 + 15 + 20lbs • Amazon Business $85.99 1 $85.99
Yes4All Total Body Workout Weighted Pilates Bar, Body Bar For Exercise, Therapy, Aerobics, and Yoga, Strength Training, Set of 5 + 8 +12lbs • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Ace Creations 9 Inch Poly Vinyl Spot Markers – Training Drills with School Gyms, Sports Teams, Track and Field, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Baseball, Gymnastics, Preschool, Kindergarten – Set of 36 • Amazon Business $63.72 1 $63.72
Mepase 200 Pieces 100 Pairs Disposable Nylon Socks Foot Socks Bulk Ankle Slip on Stocking for Women Guest Men Unisex(Black) • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Eclipse Fitness Battle Rope Anchor Strap Kit | Heavy Duty Reinforced Nylon | Easy and Fast Setup | Stops Rope Damage | Stainless Steel Carabiner | Includes Exercise Guide • Amazon Business $12.34 2 $24.68
Yes4All Solid Cast Iron Kettlebell Weights Set – Great for Full Body Workout and Strength Training – Kettlebell 20 lbs (Black) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
TIMCORR Medicine Ball Rack, 2 Pairs Yoga Ball Racks, Exercise Ball Wall Holder, Fitness Ball Wall Rack for Gym, Garage Ladder Wall Mount, Metal Storage Wall Rack for Basketballs, Volleyballs • Amazon Business $22.79 1 $22.79
Yes4All Solid Cast Iron Kettlebell Weights Set – Great for Full Body Workout and Strength Training – Kettlebell 10 lbs (Black) • Amazon Business $20.26 1 $20.26
Yes4All Solid Cast Iron Kettlebell Weights Set – Great for Full Body Workout and Strength Training – Kettlebell 15 lbs (Black) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Yes4All Solid Cast Iron Kettlebell Weight – Great for Full Body Workout and Strength Training – Kettlebell 5 lbs (Black) • Amazon Business $15.33 1 $15.33

Materials cost

$562.72

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $24.76

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$625.92

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$110.46

Total project goal

$736.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $736.38

1 Donor

-$736.38

Donations toward project cost

-$625.92

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$110.46

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