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Ms. Pagan from Springfield, MA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Step Right Up for Student Success

Help me give my students joy, connection and excitement through a community carnival.

  • $588 goal

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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

At our Elementary, we believe that learning doesn’t just happen in the classroom—it happens when kids feel joy, build confidence, and create memories with their friends and families. That’s why we’re planning a school carnival that will bring our community together and celebrate our students in a big way!

Your support will help us fund exciting carnival games, activities, and decorations that make this event unforgettable.

From a popcorn machine to fun prizes for kids, every donation will go directly toward creating an event that spreads joy, strengthens bonds, and builds school spirit.

This carnival isn’t just about having fun—it’s about showing our students that they are part of a caring and connected community. With your help, we can make this event a magical experience that reminds every child they are seen, valued, and celebrated.

Let’s make memories together. Donate today and help us bring the carnival to life!

Ms. Pagan Samuel Bowles 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.

More about Ms. Pagan

Springfield, MA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

350 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
KLT Mini Stress Balls Bulk - Squishy Toys 24 Pack - Sensory Toys for Autism - Stress Ball Fidget Toys - Anxiety Toys - Party Favor Goodie Bags Stuffer • Amazon Business $16.45 14 $230.30
1000+ PCS Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Birthday Gift,Christmas Stocking Stuffers,Christmas Gift,Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Carnival Prizes,Pinata Filler Sensory Toy for Classroom • Amazon Business $29.98 2 $59.96
32 PCS Mini Fidget Spinners Soccer Ball Toys for Kids, Soccer Party Favors Goodie Bag Stuffers, Rotatable Soccer Finger Stress Balls for Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $9.99 5 $49.95
24-Pack Halloween Light Up Glow Sticks Fidget Pop Tubes Kids Party Favors Toddler Sensory Toys Bulk, Goodie Bag Stuffer Fillers, Birthday Return Gifts Treat Prizes, LED Glow in The Dark Party Supplies • Amazon Business $14.99 3 $44.97
Foam Dice Set - Bulk Pack of 36, 1.5 Inch Large Assorted Colorful Foam Dice Cubes with Number Dots, Use for Kids, Classrooms, Math Games, Building Toys, Party Supplies by Bedwina • Amazon Business $13.79 3 $41.37
Pop Fidget Toys Bulk Its Kids Party Favors 24PCS Pop Fidget Bracelets It Fidget Toy Pack Fidgets for Classroom Prizes End of Year Student Gifts Birthday Goodie Bag Stuffers Sensory Toys for Girls Boys • Amazon Business $7.19 5 $35.95

Materials cost

$462.50

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.94

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$499.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$88.14

Total project goal

$587.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $587.58

3 Donors

-$587.58

Donations toward project cost

-$499.44

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$88.14

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 $0.00

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