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Ms. Alston from Richmond, VA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Surprises for Successful Students

Help me give my students incentives that will motivate them to push through virtual learning!

  • $271 goal

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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 Students

Being at our school for several years, I have gotten the chance to really get to know many of the students in the school, including those I have never taught. Many of them have gone through seriously adverse situations and misfortunes that impact their everyday life, especially their education. I am amazed at how resilient they can be, and how they push through to the best of their abilities regardless of hardships that affect them. Being a fifth-grade teacher has shown me how fast some students have to mature. I have taught their younger siblings in previous years (coming up from kindergarten and first grade) and see how they take care of their family. Each child that I have gotten to know at this school has my heart.

I want nothing but the best for all of these students, and that includes giving them hands-on experiences that will be memorable to them.

My students need to be able to feel like school isn't another one of their draining duties or work. I want all of them to enjoy school and look forward to each day in my class, whether in person or virtually. They truly deserve the best!

My Project

Virtual learning is hard. At least that's the message I get from my students often. No matter how engaging some lessons may be, some kids still find it really difficult to stay motivated. That's why I want to supply them with incentives that will encourage them to participate and put their all into virtual school.

I want to give my students more reasons to smile.

They have loved the surprise visits I've made to their homes with birthday bags and books, so it would be fun to reward them when they are doing an outstanding job by doing their best during these difficult times. Of course, the most proficient way of doing this is to give them what they want. When asking them what kinds of things they would like as incentives, they did not come shy with a list! Invisible ink pens, notebooks with lock and key, glow in the dark bracelets and sticks were some of the things they wanted for their virtual learning treasure box. I added some things that can come in handy for them too, like fun pencil sharpeners and modeling clay they could possibly use for art. I am looking forward to being able to deliver!

Ms. Alston Broad Rock 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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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

27 students impacted 5donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Peaceable Kingdom Keep Out 6.25" Lock and Key, Lined Page Diary for Kids • Amazon Business $11.01 3 $33.03
Dreampark Emotion Keychain Mini Cute Plush Pillows, Party Favors for Kids Birthday Party Supplies, Emoticon Gifts Toys Carnival Prizes for Kids School Classroom Rewards (64 Pack) • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Mr.Pen- Pencil Sharpener, Emoji Sharpener 6 Pack, Pencil Sharpener Kids, Pencil Sharpener for Colored Pencils, Sharpener, Pencil Sharpeners, Pencil Sharpener Manual, Colored Pencil Sharpener, Handheld • Amazon Business $5.99 4 $23.96
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 24-Pack Case of Colors, Non-Toxic, Multi-Color, 3-Ounce Cans, Ages 2 and up, Multicolor (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
MOLLYBEE KIDS Outer Space 6.25" Lock and Key Diary for Boys and Girls, 208 Lined Pages • Amazon Business $9.89 2 $19.78
Mikulala Birthday Party Favors for Kids Prizes Flashing 36 Pack LED Jelly Light Up Rings Toys Bulk Boys Girls Gift Blinky Glow in The Dark Party Supplies 9 Color 9 Shape • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Babalu (12 Pack Girls Glitter Diary with Pen, for Girls, Teen and Tween Gifts, Journal with Lock and Key Secret Hardcover Notebook for Daily Journal Writing • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Invisible Ink Pen 24Pcs Spy Pen with UV Light Magic Marker Kid Pens for Secret Message and Birthday Party,Writing Secret Message for Easter Day Halloween Christmas Party Bag Gift • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
30 Pack Glow Sticks Bracelets ,6 Color LED Bracelets Party Supplies for Kids and Adults Glow in The Dark , LED Bracelet Light Up Party Favors for Concerts, Festivals, Sports, Parties, Night Events • Amazon Business $17.88 1 $17.88

Materials cost

$196.60

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.95

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$229.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$40.51

Total project goal

$270.06

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $270.06

4 Donors

-$256.82

Donations toward project cost

-$229.55

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.27

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$13.24

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