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Ms. Romasser from Woodbridge, VA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Jack Pot!! Rewarding Knowledge With Nuggets of Goodness

Please help me give my students a positive learning experience. These kids come from difficult situations and struggle with simple directions and learning. When allowed a reward, they tend to excel in confidence.

  • $392 goal

This project expired on June 3, 2025.

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My Project

A reward system in a classroom is crucial because it can significantly increase student motivation to participate, complete assignments, and engage in positive behaviors. This can improve academic performance by reinforcing desired actions and creating a positive learning environment. Essentially, it encourages students to repeat behaviors recognized and rewarded by the teacher.

This is especially important for my students, who are English learners, special education students, and low-income students.

I already struggle and most shut down when faced with complex concepts. I have found that when they know a reward is in the wings, they try their best to show they deserve it. This creates a positive classroom environment, and I hope it will help.

Ms. Romasser Rippon Middle School Grades 6-8

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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Woodbridge, VA 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

Never Before Funded 130 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Jolly Rancher Original Bulk Bag Candy, 5 Pound, Assorted Flavors, Blue • School Specialty $37.72 5 $188.60
AIRHEADS Mini Bars Candy 2 lb – Bulk Bag, Assorted Flavors, Chewy Fruit Taffy, Gluten Free, Individually Wrapped (80 Pieces) • Amazon Business $14.99 5 $74.95
Flyekist Kids Pirate Treasure Chest Storage Box,Golden Border Decorative Pirate Chest with Lock and Key for Kids Birthday,Halloween, Christmas Pirate Party Favors • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99

Materials cost

$279.54

Vendor shipping charges

$18.86

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.19

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$332.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$58.69

Total project goal

$391.28

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