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Mrs. Volley from Americus, GA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sparking Creativity and Critical Thinking!

Help me give my students these games and activities that will help spark their creativity and critical thinking skills.

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  • $170 goal

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My Project

As an educator, my goal is to create an engaging and dynamic learning environment that challenges students to think critically, collaborate effectively, and tap into their creative potential. With your support, I hope to introduce a collection of games designed to enhance these essential skills while providing a fun, interactive learning experience.

The games I’ve selected focus on fostering creativity, team-building, and critical thinking, giving students the chance to work together, problem-solve, and think outside the box.

These activities will not only make learning more enjoyable but will also help them develop key skills that will serve them both in the classroom and beyond.

Additionally, to ensure that all students can fully participate in digital learning, I’m requesting wireless mice for our Chromebooks. These will help make technology more accessible and improve navigation, allowing students to use their devices more efficiently.

Together, these resources will help create a classroom environment where students are excited to learn, work together, and develop the skills they need to succeed both academically and in life.

Thank you for considering supporting this project. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on my students' educational journey!

Mrs. Volley Sumter County Intermediate School Grades 3-5

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.

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Americus, GA 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 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Guiheng Wireless Mouse, 2.4Ghz Wireless Mouse Computer Mouse 1200,6 Buttons with Nano Receiver for Laptop,PC,Chromebook,Computer,Notebook,Office-10 Pack • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys 40PCS • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Mindware Q-Bitz Pattern Matching Fun Board Games for Family Game Night | Ages 8 and up 2-4 Players • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Brain Teasers Puzzles Game Toys - 11 Pack 3D Brain Game Educational Toys for Kids Age 6-12, Colorful Large Wooden and Metal Unlock Interlock IQ Test Game Toy Birthday Gifts • Amazon Business $17.89 1 $17.89
SmartGames IQ XOXO Portable Travel Game Featuring 120 Challenges for Ages 6 - Adult • Amazon Business $11.50 1 $11.50

Materials cost

$105.36

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$7.27

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$144.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.45

Total project goal

$169.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$169.66

1 Donor

-$169.66

Donations toward project cost

-$144.21

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.45

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$0.00

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