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Preparing Young Women for College Science

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"Chemistry for Young Women!

I teach in an inner city all girls public high school that has a math/science focus. This is our third year of existence and is the first year we are offering high school chemistry.

The school building we are in was formerly a junior high and the science department is... MORE

"Chemistry for Young Women!

I teach in an inner city all girls public high school that has a math/science focus. This is our third year of existence and is the first year we are offering high school chemistry.

The school building we are in was formerly a junior high and the science department is well equipped for junior high science. Unfortunately, we have many needs before we can have an effective high school chemistry program. Because we are a school-within-a-school (yet at a separate location), our school's budget falls under our parent school. The fact that one school operates on two separate locations makes money tight. Couple that with huge district cuts this year, and we have no science budget. All equipment, consumables, and chemicals must be obtained through grants.

By looking through the lab experiments I expect us to complete this year, I made a list of all the equipment that we will need and do not yet have. This list includes basic lab equipment such as a scale that will weigh to 0.01 grams, side-arm flasks, pipets, Buchner funnels, volumetric flasks, and a distillation flask.

It is the goal of our school that all girls who choose, will have the opportunity to go to college and the skills to succeed there. It is essential that these girls have experience doing laboratory experiments that utilize these items. HIDE

My students need 7 Science laboratory supplies, including pipettes, flasks, an electronic balance and funnels. The cost of this proposal is $1,171, which includes shipping for any materials requested and fulfillment ?."

Mrs. M.'s Classroom: High Poverty School ?
Region:
Oregon
Where is the classroom located? ?

Submitted:
Sep 20, 2009 |
Expires:
Feb 26, 2010
Materials Vendor Price # Total
Weighing Paper, 3 x 3 Frey Scientific, Inc. $5.75 1 $5.75
Scout™ Pro Portable Electronic Balances, 120g Capacity Frey Scientific, Inc. $444.00 1 $444.00
Porcelain Buchner Funnel, 120 mL Frey Scientific, Inc. $15.70 8 $125.60
Pyrex Borosilicate Flat Bottom Flasks - 500 mL, Pk/6 Frey Scientific, Inc. $77.00 1 $77.00
Pyrex Vista Filter Flask, Heavy Wall, With Tublation and Graduations - 500ml, Pk/6 Frey Scientific, Inc. $83.00 1 $83.00
Distilling Flasks (Pyrex Borosilicate) - 125 mL Frey Scientific, Inc. $21.05 1 $21.05
Pyrex® Vista™ Volumetric Pipette - 10 mL Frey Scientific, Inc. $97.00 1 $97.00
  
Vendor Shipping Charges ? $85.34
State Sales Tax ? $0.00
3rd Party Payment Processing Fee ? $12.80
Postage / Processing for Donor Thank-You Package ? $9.00
Project Subtotal $960.54
Optional Donation Towards Operating Costs ? $210.85
TOTAL PROJECT COST ? $1,171.39
Partner Funding Offer -$585.70
7 Donors -$370.00
To Go $215.69

Additional Details

Level:
Grades 9-12
School type:
Magnet
Teacher's funded projects:
2
Thank-you punctuality:
100% ?
Subject:
Applied Sciences (in Math & Science), Applied Sciences (in Math & Science)
Resource:
Supplies (Essential)
Students reached:
65
Used by future students?
Yes
Project ID:
320408
Live Updates
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Cori S. (volunteer) on Sep 22, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested supplies and posted this project.
Ryan G. (associate) on Sep 23, 2009
"I gave to this project because I am a proud holder of a B.S. in Biology, and I want to encourage the next generation of girls that science is rewarding, challenging, and, of course, fun!"
Erin from California gave on Oct 6, 2009
"Thank you so much! I, too have a B.S. in biology and am teaching because I want others to enjoy science as much as I do!"
The teacher Mrs. M. on Oct 6, 2009
"Harriet Tubman Academy for Young Women ROCKS!"
Anna S King from Oregon gave on Oct 8, 2009
"So do you! Thank you so much for the gift! It is very much appreciated!"
The teacher Mrs. M. on Oct 8, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in education."
Sarah from Oregon gave on Oct 8, 2009
"Thank you for your help!"
The teacher Mrs. M. on Oct 8, 2009
" In the spirit of community, the Portland Area employees of SAS Instiute have joined together to support local educators needs."
Portland Area SAS Employees from Beaverton, OR gave in support of SAS Education Division Giving Page 5 days ago
"I gave to this project because all girls deserve an opportunity to explore Math and Science to the fullest extent of their curiosity. Underprivileged girls need a helping hand and a role model. Thanks to the teacher for doing this!"
Catherine from North Carolina gave in support of SAS Education Division Giving Page 2 days ago
"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity!"
The teacher Mrs. M. 2 days ago
"I am a former science teacher and am currently grad school researching equity and dropout issues. I love helping students reach their full potential...and seeing teachers who are passionate in making that happen!"
Shanna M from Austin, TX gave 10 hours ago
"I gave to this project because I like the idea of helping girls be more successful in college. "
Kathy from Aloha, OR gave 10 hours ago
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