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Ms. Kamimura from Hilo, HI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Rewards and Activities

Help me give my students rewards and fun activities in the grade 5 classroom.

  • 3 donors
  • $740 goal

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My Project

In a 5th-grade classroom, using reward items like snacks, small gifts, and art projects can effectively motivate and engage students. Positive reinforcement encourages good behavior, active participation, and academic achievement. Snacks and prizes can be given for completing challenging tasks like statewide testing and difficult school assignments. Art projects allow creative expression and can be used as group rewards to build teamwork. Clay art assignments help the students with designing objects and being more creative. By varying rewards and celebrating accomplishments, teachers create a positive learning environment that inspires students to stay focused and enthusiastic about their education. The other coffee items also allow the FSC students to work with adults and others by following directions and creating items for others. They use the coffee to communicate effectively and serve others (visitors, other teachers, parents). Other items assist students in focusing on their educational goals.

Ms. Kamimura Waiakea 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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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

40 students impacted 3donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
ESSENSON Magic Clay - Air Dry Clay 24 Colors, Modeling Clay for Kids with Tools, Toys Gifts for Age 3 4 5 6 7 8+ Years Old Boys Girls Kids • Amazon Business $7.59 30 $227.70
X-ACTO Pencil Sharpener, SchoolPro Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy Duty Electric Pencil Sharpener for School, Classroom and Teacher Supplies, Perfect Addition to Homeschooling Supplies, Black • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
Starbucks Limited Edition Holiday Blend K-Cup Pods - 72 Count • Amazon Business $39.24 1 $39.24
Champion Sports Rubber Football (Official Size), Brown, 11.5 (RFB1) • Amazon Business $11.49 3 $34.47
Starbucks K-Cup Coffee Pods, Starbucks Blonde Roast Coffee, Veranda Blend for Keurig Brewers, 100% Arabica, 6 boxes (60 pods total) • Amazon Business $33.32 1 $33.32
Sony MDREX15AP In-Ear Earbud Headphones with Mic, Black (MDREX15AP/B) • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
Kosiz 24 Pcs Multicolor Ballpoint Pen 10 in 1 Multi Color Pen in One Retractable 0.7 mm Cute Animal Cartoon Design for Office School Supplies Students Rewards Birthday Gift • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Frito Lay Ultimate Classic Snacks Package, Variety Assortment of Chips, Cookies, Crackers, & Nuts, (Pack of 40) (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $26.91 1 $26.91
Frito Lay Bold Mix Variety Pack, (Pack of 35) • Amazon Business $23.13 1 $23.13
Frito Lay Fiery Mix Variety Pack, Hot & Spicy Snacks Single Serve Bags, (Pack of 40), Flamin' Hot Cheetos, Doritos, Chester's Hot Fries • Amazon Business $22.15 1 $22.15
Tiny Mills 24 Pcs Multi Point Stackable Push Pencil Assortment with Eraser for Easter Party Favor Prize Carnival Goodie Bag Stuffers Classroom Rewards Pinata Basket Fillers • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Black, 4 Count • Amazon Business $4.87 3 $14.61
URSKYTOUS 60Pcs Animal Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Pencil Bulk Puzzle Erasers Toys Gifts for Classroom Prizes,Game Reward,Treasure Box,Easter Egg Fillers,Goodie Bag Stuffers,Party Favors • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencils with Erasers, Bright Edition Medium Point (0.7mm), 40-Count Pack, Bulk Mechanical Pencils for School or Office Supplies • Amazon Business $7.46 1 $7.46

Materials cost

$564.90

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $24.86

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.47

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$628.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$110.86

Total project goal

$739.09

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $739.09

2 Donors

-$714.09

Donations toward project cost

-$606.98

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$107.11

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

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