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Ms. Nguyen from San Francisco, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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ROAR for Lion Prizes!

Help me give my students fun engaging attendance incentives, like safe school toys and small prizes, to encourage consistent attendance and foster a positive, supportive learning environment.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Nguyen's classroom raised $618

This project is fully funded

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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

ROAR! GO LIONS!

ROAR into Success!

Like proud lions, our students are ready to thrive. With these special prizes, we’ll fuel their journey by encouraging consistent, on-time attendance—a cornerstone of their academic growth and engagement.

By offering small, fun rewards, we help emphasize the importance of daily attendance and being on time, helping students develop a positive association with school. Regular attendance enables our students to participate fully in classroom activities, build foundational skills, and connect with supportive teachers and peers. These incentives may seem small, but they serve as a tangible reminder that their effort and commitment are valued, reinforcing their sense of belonging and appreciation within the school community.

Our primary goals are to:

1. Increase our school’s average daily attendance rate by 5% this academic year.

2. Foster a positive school culture that celebrates persistence, reinforcing the belief that everyday matters.

3. Create a supportive environment that motivates students to attend regularly, helping them overcome learning barriers and promoting social-emotional growth.

4 . Build stronger family partnerships, emphasizing the importance of attendance through shared milestones and celebrations.

Our students are incredibly resilient, showing determination in the face of daily challenges. Many come from families dealing with trauma and economic hardship, facing barriers like housing insecurity, food scarcity, and exposure to violence. Despite these hardships, our students bring unique perspectives, curiosity, and creativity into the classroom. They thrive in safe, nurturing environments where they feel valued and supported. With diverse backgrounds and cultures from around the world, our students remind us of the strength in community and the power of a shared commitment to learning. Through the prizes, we aim to encourage their resilience, helping them take essential steps toward success.

Ms. Nguyen Tenderloin Community Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

San Francisco, 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

50 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
20 Pcs Cool Fidget Spinners for Kids Adults Boys Girls,Sensory Hand Fidget Pack,Stress Anxiety ADHD Relief Fidgets Toy,Party Favors,Birthday Gifts,Goodie Bag Stuffers,Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $17.99 3 $53.97
ArtCreativity Mini Bendable Sloth Toys, Set of 48, Bendable Animal Toys for Kids in Assorted Colors, Portable Stress Relief Toys for Kids, Fidget Toys for Boys and Girls and Zoo Party Favors • Amazon Business $26.45 2 $52.90
Airplane Toys - 12 Pack Vehicle Aircraft Plane Playset, Includes Styles of Bomber, Military, F-16 Fighter Jets, for Birthday Party Favor Toys, for Kids Boys and Girls (Styles May Very) • Amazon Business $12.79 4 $51.16
Crayola Dough - Silly Scents | 60x1oz Scented Play Dough Party Pack | 60 Modeling Compound Tubs in 6 Bright Colors & Scents | Kids Party Favors | Classroom Prizes | Halloween Treats for Kids • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
ArtCreativity Glow in the Dark Eye Bouncing Balls - Bulk Pack of 12 – 1.25 Inch High Bounce Bouncy Balls for Kids, Glowing Party Favors and Goodie Bag Fillers for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $14.49 3 $43.47
36 pc Fun Fidgets & Gadgets Pencil Toppers (12 Cute Wiggle Eyes, 12 Sensory Hedge Balls, & 12 Nuts, Bolts & Screws Pencil Toppers) • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
24 Pack Fast Food Squishy Toys for Kids Bulk - Slow Rising (Individually Wrapped) Small Foam Squishies 1.5-2.25" - Sensory Fidget Toys Prizes for Classroom Birthday Party Favors by 4E's Novelty • Amazon Business $17.63 2 $35.26
Teacher Created Resources Superhero Mini Stickers, 0.5", 378 Per Pack, 12 Packs (TCR5642-12) • Quill.com $33.29 1 $33.29
100 Pack Squishies Toys, Tiny Mochi Squishy Fidget Toys Random Bulk Party Favors for Kids 4- 8 8-12 Goodie Bag Pinata Stocking Stuffers Classroom Prizes Treasure Box Egg Fillers Girls • Amazon Business $15.79 2 $31.58
80 Pcs Squishies, Mini Mochi Squishy Toys for Kids Party Favors, Animal Squishies Squishy Fidget Toys, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Birthday Party Favors, and Gifts Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Kids • Amazon Business $13.95 2 $27.90
ArtCreativity Mini Bendable Dinosaur Toys for Kids, Set of 48, Anxiety Relief Toys in 4 Colors, Great as Dinosaur Birthday Party Favors, Dinosaur Gifts for Kids, Pinata Fillers, and Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $27.43 1 $27.43

Materials cost

$446.92

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$40.89

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$524.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$92.56

Total project goal

$617.07

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$617.07

1 Donor

-$617.07

Donations toward project cost

-$524.51

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$92.56

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$0.00

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