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Ms. Shortnacy from Oklahoma City, OK is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Miss Shortnacy's Pbis Store

Help me give my students a chance to earn prizes. I am writing to propose an initiative that I believe will have a positive impact on the behavior of our middle school students: implementing a structured incentive system.

  • 5 donors
  • $432 still needed

expires May 20

  • 5 donors
  • $432 still needed
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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

Middle school years are pivotal in the development of students, not only academically but also in shaping their behaviors and attitudes. As we know, adolescents are highly motivated by both positive reinforcement and a sense of achievement. I believe that an incentive-based approach would create a more positive school culture, encourage good behavior, and ultimately improve the overall learning environment.

By offering incentives, we can create clear expectations and encourage students to take ownership of their actions.

Rewards such as glasses, scrunchies, charms for shoes, and stickers could be tailored to acknowledge individual, group, or class-wide achievements in behavior, academic effort, or cooperation. Possible incentives might include extra recess time, recognition in assemblies, or even tangible rewards like gift cards or school supplies. The key is to create an environment where students feel motivated to adhere to school policies and expectations because they recognize the personal benefit.

Incentives can also foster a sense of competition in a healthy and constructive way. When students see that good behavior and effort are consistently recognized, it can spur others to follow suit, leading to a ripple effect across the school. Positive behavior would not only improve students’ academic outcomes but would also promote a safer, more respectful, and supportive school community.

I strongly believe that an incentive-based system will help address behavioral issues by reinforcing the values of respect, responsibility, and kindness. By acknowledging and rewarding positive actions, we encourage students to make better choices, leading to fewer disciplinary problems and a more focused classroom environment.

Thank you for considering this approach. I would be happy to discuss this further and explore how we can best implement a system that works for our school.

Ms. Shortnacy Roosevelt Middle School Grades 6-8

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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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Oklahoma City, OK View local requests

Nearly all 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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Jorpneost 100 Pack Neon Sunglasses Party Favors,20 Colors Sunglasses Bulk for Kids and Adults,Retro Sunglasses with UV Protection for Summer Pool Beach Party,Outdoor Activities and Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $49.98 1 $49.98
OLUPP 120 Pack LED Light Up Bracelets, Glow in the Dark Party Supplies, 6 Color Glow Bracelets, Rave Party Favors for Kids/Adults Birthday, Concert,Goodie Bag Fillers, New Year • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99
96 Pack Glow in the Dark Party Supplies Include 48 Pcs Light up Glasses and 48 Pcs LED Bracelets, LED Party Favors Neon Flashing Bulk Gifts for Adult Carnival Birthday Concerts Wedding Bachelor Party • Amazon Business $42.99 1 $42.99
Kanayu Mixed Style Rimless Sunglasses Retro Party Favors Eyewear for Bachelor Party Photoshoot Costume Accessories(Multicolor,48 Pcs) • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Ecally 36 Pairs Small Retro Sunglasses Classic Vintage Glasses 90s Retro Sunglasses Trendy Sunglasses(Transparent Color,Square) • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Zhengmy 60 Valentine's Day Heart Shaped Sunglasses Bulk for Women Rimless Sunglasses Candy Color Transparent Frameless Heart Glasses for Valentine Birthday Party Favors • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
20Pcs Light Up Scrunchies with 12Pcs Satin Elastic Hair Bands, LED Hair Ties for Women & Girls, Glow in the Dark Party Supplies Christmas Party Favor Festival Rave Accessories for Neon Glow Party • Amazon Business $23.98 1 $23.98
Yunsailing 30 Pcs Heart Shape Sunglasses Rimless Heart Glasses Bulk Colorful Glasses for Adults Trendy Glasses Women Eyewear (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Maegawa 25 Pack LED Light Up Fidget Spinner Bracelets Favors For Kids 4-8 8-12,Glow in The Dark Party Supplies,Birthday Gifts,Treasure Box Toys for Classroom,Carnival Prizes,Pinata Goodie Bags Stuffers • Amazon Business $20.94 1 $20.94
XQNB Lot of 25, 50, 100pcs Random Different Shoes Decoration Shoe Charms for Women Men Teens Party Favor • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
300PCS Large Scratch and Sniff Stickers, Scented Stickers for Kids, Incentive Smelly Summer Stickers, Motivational for Kids, Bigger Reward Stickers for Student Classroom Must Haves School Supplies • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Harry Theme Croc Charms Cartoon Characters Shoe Decoration for Kids Girls Boys Women Wristband Sandals Clog Accessories Party Favors • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Lot of Fast Food Shoes Charms Men Women Shoe Decoration Accessories For Adult Party Favor • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
monochef Shoe Charms for Kids Adults: 33 Pack Cute Animal Cartoon Shoe Decoration Charms, Shoe Charm, Charms for Shoes Bracelet Wristband Clog Sandals Birthday Party Favors Gifts Boys Girls Teens • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
30,45Pcs Resin Shoe Decoration Charms for Clogs Sandals, Bling Shoe Accessories Charms for Women (30Pcs Pink) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Zddaoole 100 Pcs Cute Pencil Topper Decoration,Bulk Random Pencil Topper Accessories,Different Pencil Clips Decorations for Pupil/Junior Students Gifts,Awards,Prize • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
45pcs Texas Shoe Charms for Crock Clog Slider Houston Fast Food, Pizza,Coffee Mexican Food Pins Accessories Teens Girls Boys Kids Women Men Adults Party Favor Birthday Gifts • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Letter Charms for Shoes, Adult Shoe Charms Letter Shoe Decoration Charms for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Partywind 380 Styles (30 Sheets) Luminous Tattoos for Kids, Mixed Styles Temporary Tattoos Stickers with Mermaid/Dinosaur/Space/Pirate for Boys and Girls, Glow Party Supplies • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49
Lovelitlesix 35 50Pcs Shoe Decoration Charms for Sandals Decoration Kawaii Charms (35) • Amazon Business $9.19 1 $9.19
24Pcs Horror Shoe Decoration Charms for Croc Clog Sandals, Shoe Accessories Charms for Adults • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
NEEW 12 Pack Mini Finger Basketball Shooting Game, Party Favors Basketball Party Decorations Mini Handheld Desktop Table Classroom Rewards, Carnival Prizes for Kids • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
25 40Pcs Hero Charms for Shoe, Superhero Shoe Charms for Clogs Sandals Decoration (25) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
100Pcs Hello Kitty Stickers Pack Kitty White Theme Waterproof Sticker Decals for Laptop Water Bottle Skateboard Luggage Car Bumper Hello Kitty Stickers for Girls Kids Teens • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
20 35Pcs Superhero Shoe Charms for Croc Clogs Sandals Decoration, Shoe Accessories Charms for Adults Party Favors (20Pcs) • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99
12PCS Soccer Shoe Charms for Croc Bubble Slides Clogs Sandals, Sports Shoe Accessories Decorations for Men Boys Girls Women Teens Adults • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99
SyeiouC 30PCS Shoe Charms, Premium Random Shoe Charms for Girls, Cute PVC Shoe Decoration Charms for Girls Boys Women Men • Amazon Business $3.99 1 $3.99

Materials cost

$481.35

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $39.23

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.22

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$557.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$98.44

Total project goal

$656.24

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $656.24

5 Donors

-$225.00

Donations toward project cost

-$191.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.75

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $431.24

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