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Ms. Gladden from Springfield, MA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Move, Play, Grow, Thrive!

Help me give my students the opportunity to engage in physical activity, build teamwork skills, and promote healthy habits.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Gladden's classroom raised $1,185

This project is fully funded

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

Dear Donor

The specific gym equipment I’m requesting will enhance my students' physical development, promote teamwork and collaboration, and provide opportunities for them to practice important motor skills, all while fostering a positive attitude toward fitness and healthy living.

My goals for this project are to improve my students' physical fitness, encourage teamwork and cooperation, enhance motor skills, and foster a love for active, healthy lifestyles through engaging and interactive gym activities.

My students possess unique strengths and perspectives that make them resilient, creative, and determined. As students with IEPs and ADHD, they thrive in environments that are interactive, flexible, and hands-on, where they can actively engage in learning at their own pace. They are highly motivated by activities that provide structure and movement, allowing them to focus, build confidence, and develop essential skills in ways that are meaningful and exciting to them.

Ms. Gladden Springfield Public Day Middle School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Springfield, MA 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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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
MP3 Player / MP4 Player, Hotechs MP3 Music Player with 32GB Memory SD Card Slim Classic Digital LCD 1.82'' Screen Mini USB Port with FM Radio, Voice Record • Amazon Business $22.00 10 $220.00
Amazfit - Bip 5 Smartwatch 49mm Polycarbonate Plastic - Pink • Best Buy Education $67.03 2 $134.06
Amazfit - Bip 5 Smartwatch 49mm Polycarbonate Plastic - Black • Best Buy Education $67.03 2 $134.06
Electric Inflating Pump with Gauge, Hose & Needle, 1/4 HP Compressor • Quill.com $112.84 1 $112.84
Wilson NCAA Final Four Basketball - 29.5" and 28.5" • Amazon Business $21.98 5 $109.90
Mikasa Size 5 Deluxe Cushioned Soccer Ball, Ages 12 and Up, 27 Inch Diameter, White/Black - Elementary-Middle School - Kids - Durability • School Specialty $18.52 3 $55.56
Enerbone 32 oz Drinking Water Bottle with Times to Drink and Straw, Motivational with Carrying Strap, Leakproof BPA & Toxic Free, Ensure You Drink Enough Water for Fitness Gym Outdoor • Amazon Business $9.99 5 $49.95
Konohan 160 Packs Bulk Earbuds with Wire Kids Earphones Classroom Wired Headphones for Students Headphones Individually Bagged, 8 Colors Ear Buds Bulk for Classroom School Library(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $41.99 1 $41.99
JINWAYBST 30 Pack Headphones Bulk Adjustable Classroom Headphones Library on Ear Headphones Wholesale School Headphones with Wire 3.5 mm Plug for Student, Kids, Adults • Amazon Business $38.89 1 $38.89
Tarpop 48 Pairs Men Quarter Ankle Socks Moisture Wicking Athletic Crew Casual Sports Socks Bulk for Homeless • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
My Vinyl Story | Don't Wish for it Work for it | Motivational Large Wall Decal Sticker Quote for Home Gym Office Exercise Fitness Workout Art Vinyl Decor Removable Words Sayings (Black, 22x6 inches) • Amazon Business $13.97 1 $13.97
My Vinyl Story | Mindset is Everything | Motivational Wall Decal Quote Vinyl Sticker for Home Gym Exercise Fitness Workout Inspirational Office Wall Art Decor Removable Sticker (Black, 22x6 inches) • Amazon Business $13.97 1 $13.97
50 Packs Workout Gym Stickers Water Bottles Laptop Phone Computer Guitar Skateboard HydroflasksLoving Sports Exquisite Fitness Vinyl Sticker Waterproof Aesthetic Trendy Decals for Teens Girls Adults • Amazon Business $5.95 1 $5.95

Materials cost

$957.13

Vendor shipping charges

$5.56

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,007.05

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$177.71

Total project goal

$1,184.76

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,184.76

1 Donor

-$592.37

Donations toward project cost

-$503.52

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$88.85

match offer

-$592.39

Match offer toward project cost

-$503.53

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$88.86

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$0.00

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