"Students need hands-on experiences in science to encourage them to pursue careers in science. I teach 6-8 grade science at a high poverty school in Wisconsin. Often my students do not have the background and hands-on experiences that other students are exposed to. If students are not exposed to ...
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"Students need hands-on experiences in science to encourage them to pursue careers in science. I teach 6-8 grade science at a high poverty school in Wisconsin. Often my students do not have the background and hands-on experiences that other students are exposed to. If students are not exposed to hand-on inquiry experiences they often do not pursue advanced science classes in high school and careers in science. In order to continue to offer these hands-on experiences we need money for supplies. Our students' families often are at the poverty level and simply cannot afford to cover the costs of consumable lab materials. Our school budget has decreased every year to the point where our science budget is nil.
By offering these experiences I can help give them the edge they may need to succeed in science. I have dissected frogs in science for many years and I still have students who come to me and state that this was a very memorable experience and it helped them in their high school biology classes. I do realize that some students may be against using once-living specimens for science and I do respect that decision with no consequences. Your donations help my students to experience a hands-on investigation that is memorable for a life-time. This experience may spark an interest in pursuing advanced level courses in high school and science careers in college and help keep the United States at the top of our game in science and technology advances.
My students need 3 frog dissection kits, disposable gloves and scalpels and 40 owl pellets.
The cost of this proposal is $549, which includes shipping for any materials requested and fulfillment  ."
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Mrs. V. sent this note after the project was fully funded:
Nov 11, 2009
Dear Traci, Connie, Jay, Kate, Carolyn, Alyn, Therese, Sili, Amanda and John Campbell, Raleigh, Gregg, Szn, Joey, Sherri, Taylor, Katharine, Steve, Katelyn, Swordfish Sisters, Nahtahna, Bud & Diane and Anonymous Donors,
I don't even know how to begin to thank you. My students often do not have the background experiences to help them to better learn the science content we are studying. When we have hands-on experiences in my classroom this helps my students understand the science concept better. The materials you provided will allow my students to see organs and systems that make up an organism. This will help them greatly when we are studying anatomy. Once again, thank you so much for providing this experience for my students. Your donations are invaluable to my classroom. With gratitude,
Mrs. V.
Photos coming soon!
Region:
Wisconsin
Where is the classroom located?
Submitted:
Jun 11, 2009
| Expires:
Nov 17, 2009
Additional Details
Level:
Grades 6-8
School type:
Charter
Teacher's funded projects:
1
Thank-you punctuality:
N/A
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
JoEllen S. (volunteer)
on Jun 11, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested supplies and posted this project.
Ryan G. (associate)
on Jun 12, 2009
"Thank you so much for donating to my project. If this gets funded, my students will be so excited!"
The teacher Mrs. V.
on Aug 7, 2009
"Thank you for your support! We are very appreciative!"
The teacher Mrs. V.
on Oct 13, 2009
"I gave to this project because I'm a university student studying biology and I know it's vital to get exposure to actual organisms to study their anatomy."
"I can't thank you enough, my students really enjoy working with actual organisms, they are extremely respectful!"
The teacher Mrs. V.
on Oct 23, 2009
"I gave to this project because my husband and I are both in college to study sciences: physics and zoology. When I was in 5th grade, my science teacher made a huge impression on me and planted the seed that led to my decision to pursue science. We both strongly believe in providing kids with excellent science curriculum in K-12 schools!"
"I gave to this project because of GirlScientist's webpage."
"I gave to this project because I used to be a science teacher in a low income area, and I know how challenging it is to acquire the real science supplies necessary to keep the students excited about and competitive in science."
"Thank you... My students get so excited when they have hands on experiences!"
The teacher Mrs. V.
on Oct 29, 2009
"I'm not a regular reader of grrlscientist, but she asked so nicely (and persistently). I couldn't afford to fund anyone in full this time, I'm afraid, so I gave to some of the projects that weren't fortunate enough to have cosponsors. I hope somebody picks up the slack."
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Health & Life Science education."
"I donated because I want to support kids in Wisconsin."
"I can't thank everyone enough! I am overwhelmed by the support we are receiving!"
The teacher Mrs. V.
on Nov 3, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in education."
Jay
from Sunnyvale, CA
gave
on Nov 8, 2009
Sherri
gave
on Nov 9, 2009
Carolyn
from FRANKLIN SQUARE, NY
gave
on Nov 9, 2009
Taylor
gave
on Nov 9, 2009
Traci
from New York, NY
gave
on Nov 9, 2009
Therese
gave
on Nov 9, 2009
Steve
from Elmhurst, IL
gave
on Nov 9, 2009
Connie
gave
on Nov 9, 2009
Katelyn
from California
gave
on Nov 9, 2009
Gregg
gave
on Nov 9, 2009
Project fully funded!
Happy news
on Nov 9, 2009
"I just got goosebumps! I can't believe how lucky we are! Times are so tough right now, and for us to receive this gift is absolutely amazing!!! I can't wait to tell my students!!!!!"
The teacher Mrs. V.
on Nov 9, 2009
The teacher Mrs. V.
on Nov 11, 2009
Purchased the supplies for Mrs. V.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jenni D. (staff member)
on Nov 12, 2009
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