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Mrs. Thomas from Van Nuys, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Motivating with Positive Incentives

Help me give my students rewards that will motivate them to make good choices while participating in their learning.

  • $262 goal

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My Project

Teaching students with learning disabilities can be very challenging. Students can be afraid to ask for help, have low self esteem and negative behaviors. By implementing a positive behavior plan it helps students decrease negative behaviors and increase positive ones. I would use the supplies as rewards, something for students to earn. I would also use the fidget toys to help students focus and engage in their learning.

By donating to our project, you will help increase students academic achievement, while increasing students confidence and social emotional well-being.

I have seen how incentives can positively affect my students work and demeanor. By supplying additional options for them to earn, we can help our students grow even more!

Mrs. Thomas Hazeltine 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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Van Nuys, CA 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

25 students impacted 5donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Super Duper Prize Bucket of Motivational Toys & Prizes 6 3/4 x 5 5/8 Assorted Colors 150 Pieces/Bucket (SD609) • Staples $33.15 1 $33.15
URSKYTOUS 150Pcs Animal Erasers Kids Pencil Erasers Desk Pets Puzzle Erasers Bulk Mini Animal Food Erasers Toys Eraser Prizes for Classroom Rewards, Game Prizes, Treasure Box, Easter Egg Fillers • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, Party Favors, Arts & Crafts, 3oz, Preschool Toys 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $26.02 1 $26.02
50 Pcs Fidget Toys Pack - Kids Stocking Stuffers Gifts for Kids, Party Favors Autism Autistic Children - Adults Stress Relief Sensory Toy - ADHD Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Leeche Premium Pop Party Favors Toys for kids,107PCS Prize Box Toys for All Ages kids,Birthday Party, School Classroom Rewards, Carnival Prizes, Pinata Fillers, Treasure Chest, Goody Bag Fillers • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
80Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Kawaii Squishies Mochi Squishy Toy Bulk Fidget Sensory Toys Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls Goodie Bag Christmas Stocking Stuffers Treasure Box Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $14.39 1 $14.39
(60 Pcs) Fidget Toys Fidgets Sensory Toys Pop Its It Party Favors Figette Toy Pack Bulk Box Stress Autism Autistic for Kids Children Boys Girls Adults Gifts Set Mini Carnival Treasure Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Mattel Games UNO Card Game for Family Night, Travel Game & Gift for Kids in a Collectible Storage Tin for 2-10 Players (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99

Materials cost

$173.47

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $15.87

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$221.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$39.17

Total project goal

$261.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $261.11

3 Donors

-$197.07

Donations toward project cost

-$167.51

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.56

match offer

-$64.04

Match offer toward project cost

-$54.43

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.61

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