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Mrs. Yodonis from Toms River, NJ is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kindergarten Spruce Up!

Help me give my students Post-it easel pads, pillow inserts, handheld mirrors, pillow covers, and other items for classroom use.

  • $449 goal

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Mrs. Yodonis has another project! Donate to Kinder Spruce Up! to help her classroom.

$218 - complete this project and be a hero

My Project

Students learn best when their instruction is presented in a variety of different mediums. These will be used in numerous settings to maximize the potential learning outcomes. Individually, students will use the materials during independent instruction to depict their personal thoughts. In small group and full-class lessons, these materials, such as anchor chart easel paper, sticky notes, and markers, can serve to help students collaborate together as a learning team.

These creative tools provide the artistic outlet that inspires students to actively engage in their education.

Some of the most beneficial learning occurs when students create and portray their own opinions through colorful and artistic depictions. Not only will these tools increase students’ academic potential, but they will also inspire the students’ enjoyment of the learning process. Comfy pillows and pillow covers will create a nurturing and inviting space for reading.

Additionally, other classroom supplies, such as sensory toys and erasers will both be used as reinforcers to motivate students. Salt, flour, and cream or tartar are ingredients that will be used to make Playdough for centers and also be used in the "calming area." Students learn best through positive reinforcement. These materials will serve as a way to create positive behaviors throughout the day.

Mrs. Yodonis Walnut Street Elementary School 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.

More about Mrs. Yodonis

Toms River, NJ 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

21 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 in x 30 in, White, 30 Sheets/Pad, 2 Pad/Pack, Large White Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper, Super Sticking Power (559) • Amazon Business $37.61 1 $37.61
Utopia Bedding Throw Pillows (Set of 4, White), 18 x 18 Inches Pillows for Sofa, Bed and Couch Decorative Stuffer Pillows • Amazon Business $30.89 1 $30.89
Astrobrights Colored Paper, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, Assorted Cool, Pack of 500, Teal • School Specialty $26.02 1 $26.02
Astrobrights Colored Paper, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, Assorted Bright Colors, Pack of 500, Orange • School Specialty $26.02 1 $26.02
Geelin 24 Pcs Handheld Mirrors Small Hand Mirror with Handle Plastic Travel Makeup Compact Mirror Portable Vanity Mirror for Camping Home Women Men Purse, 6 Colors, 7 x 3.15 Inches/ 18 x 8 cm • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
HIWX Classroom Pillow Covers,You are Amazing Sunshine Rainbow Decorative Throw Pillow Cover,Rainbow Pillows,Motivational Rainbow Sun for Classroom Nursery Decor 18 x 18 Inch Set of 4 Pillow Case • Amazon Business $22.97 1 $22.97
CHDITB Classroom Teacher Door Sign Wreath(11.4"x11.4"), Boho 3D Amazing Things Happen Here Wall Hanging with Beads Tassels, School Girl style Classroom Decoration for Kindergarten Preschool Daycare • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Besutolife Pink Table Skirt Tutu Ruffled Tablecloth for Rectangle Table 6ft Baby Shower Birthday Party Unicorn Home Gradient Pink Table Decor • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Root Viewer Kit for Kids - Grow Your Own Plant for Boys & Girls - Science STEM Toy & Craft Growing Kits for Ages 4-8 Birthday Easter Gifts for Boy, Girls 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Year Old - Gardening Set Toys • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Ziploc Gallon Food Storage Bags, Stay Open Design with Stand-Up Bottom, Easy to Fill, 150 Bags Total • Amazon Business $15.38 1 $15.38
A Letter From Your Teacher on the Last Day of School • Amazon Business $14.89 1 $14.89
A Letter From Your Teacher: On the First Day of School (The Classroom Community Collection) • Amazon Business $12.02 1 $12.02
PURELL Advanced Hand Sanitizer Refreshing Gel, Clean Scent, 1 Liter Pump Bottle (Pack of 1) - 9632-04-CMR • Amazon Business $11.68 1 $11.68
Learning Resources Classroom Thermometer • Amazon Business $11.19 1 $11.19
CTP Painted Palette Rainbow Scallops Name Plates, Set of 36, 9.5” x 3.25” Each (Creative Teaching Press 4401) • Amazon Business $5.49 2 $10.98
Teacher Created Resources Yellow Border Trim, Yellow (4175) • Amazon Business $10.97 1 $10.97
Eastern Wolf 8 Pads Lined Sticky Notes 4x4 Sticky Notes with Lines Self-Stick Note Pads 8 Bright Multi Colors, 50 Sheet/Pad • Amazon Business $7.89 1 $7.89
Teacher Created Resources Hot Pink Scalloped Border Trim (5582) • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Amazon Brand - Happy Belly Cream of Tartar, 5 ounce (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $5.49 1 $5.49
Morton, Iodized Salt, Round Cans, All-Purpose (Pack of 2, 26 Oz) • Amazon Business $3.38 1 $3.38
Amazon Fresh, All Purpose Flour, 5 Lb (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $2.39 1 $2.39

Materials cost

$340.72

Vendor shipping charges

$5.20

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$381.03

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.24

Total project goal

$448.27

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$448.27

4 Donors

-$349.80

Donations toward project cost

-$299.43

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$50.37

match offer

-$96.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$81.60

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$14.40

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.47

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$0.00

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