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Ms. Peterson from Houston, TX is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Super Store!

Help me give my students some fruit snacks, cookies, crackers, play doh, fidget toys & chips.

  • $156 goal

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My Project

Positive reinforcement in the classroom involves using encouragement and rewards to reinforce desirable behaviors and achievements among students. By acknowledging and rewarding students when they demonstrate positive behaviors or achieve academic goals, teachers can motivate them to continue performing well and create a supportive learning environment. This approach not only helps to build students' confidence and self-esteem but also encourages a positive classroom atmosphere where students are more engaged and eager to participate. Effective positive reinforcement can include verbal praise, small rewards, or additional responsibilities, all aimed at reinforcing the behaviors that contribute to a productive and respectful classroom dynamic.

Ms. Peterson Mabel B Wesley Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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

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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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Houston, TX 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

20 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, 3oz, Back to School Gifts & Prizes for Students & Classroom, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $25.93 1 $25.93
50 Pcs Fidget Toys Pack - Kids Stocking Stuffers Gifts for Kids, Party Favors Autism Autistic Children - Adults Stress Relief Sensory Toy - ADHD Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
SOUR PATCH KIDS and SWEDISH FISH Mini Soft & Chewy Candy Variety Pack, 18 - 2 oz Bags • Amazon Business $16.02 1 $16.02
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
Welch's Fruit Snacks Mixed Fruit 8 oz 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $12.89 1 $12.89
URSKYTOUS 35Pcs Animal Erasers Kids Pencil Erasers Bulk Puzzle Erasers Desk Pets Mini Take Apart Erasers Toys for Party Favors,Classroom Students Prizes,Carnival Gifts and Easter Egg Fillers • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98

Materials cost

$100.74

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.51

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$132.25

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$23.34

Total project goal

$155.59

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $155.59

3 Donors

-$76.38

Donations toward project cost

-$67.32

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.06

Matching donations from our partners

-$76.39

Match offers toward project cost

-$64.93

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.46

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.82

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 $0.00

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