Water, Wind and Sun are Important Energy Sources! (Classroom Project at DonorsChoose.org)

Water, Wind and Sun are Important Energy Sources!

Classroom project requested by Mrs. W. on Mar 19, 2007

Moderate Poverty

Old Pointe Elementary School
Rock Hill, South Carolina
29732-8978

"I teach fourth grade in a classroom of 24 students. I teach all subject areas. Despite our proximity to an economically booming city, 38% of the school's students receive free or reduced lunches. There is an achievement gap which is reflected in low test scores on the yearly state wide tests. Sci..." more»

Using the hands-on interactive renewable energy kit would increase student participation and motivation which would help to improve science test scores. Instead of simply reading about renewable energy, the kit would allow students to investigate and discover the importance of water, wind, and sun as important energy sources. The reproducible pages in the booklet would allow students to record their questions, observations and discoveries. Also, students could connect to various websites, such as National Geographic and EarthDay to further explore international resources linked to their environmental study.

Even as a young generation, students would discover how they can have an impact in determining the future of our world and the dangers of global warming. hide»

The cost of the renewable energy kit and book is $310, including shipping and fulfillment. details»

Feb 26, 2008 Crystal W a staff member at donorschoose.org

Packaged the thank-you letters written by Mrs. W.'s students and sent them on to the eligible donor(s).

Nov 6, 2007 Eileen M a staff member at donorschoose.org

Purchased the supplies for Mrs. W.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.

Nov 5, 2007 Mrs. W. the Teacher

Dear Diana, Michael and Anonymous Donor,

My class is extremely excited by your generous gift. I have spent much of our class time teaching my class about the importance of energy conservation. We built a South Carolina Wildlife Garden. We are constantly studying the issues surrounding global warming. As fourth graders, they can help our community become greener. We are very involved in studying the environment They are the future generation who will be in charge of saving our planet.
Sincerely,
Margaret W

Reply to the classroom

On Feb 12, 2008, Mrs. W. followed this note with student letters sent via mail to the donor who completed this project, and to donors who gave $100 or more.

Oct 30, 2007 DonorsChoose.org

Good news: Project fully funded!

Oct 30, 2007 Diana gave from Omaha, NE supporting The Science Education Activist Challenge 2007

Oct 25, 2007 Michael gave from Tucson, AZ supporting Al Gore for President

Oct 19, 2007 A donor gave supporting Al Gore for President

Mar 19, 2007 Katie & Mike B a staff member at donorschoose.org

Verified the cost of the requested supplies and posted this project.

Mar 19, 2007 Katie & Mike B a staff member at donorschoose.org

Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.

Please notify our staff of any messages or photos of concern.

Mar 19, 2007Mrs. W. - Teacher

Project Details

Materials	Vendor	Price	#	Total
Renewable Energy Kit	Really Good Stuff/Filmic Archives	$199.95	1	$199.95
Renewable Energy Book	Really Good Stuff/Filmic Archives	$9.95	1	$9.95

Vendor Shipping Charges				$20.99
State Sales Tax				$10.50
3rd Party Payment Processing Fee				$5.25
Fulfillment Labor & Materials				$17.00
Project Cost Excluding Donation to Support DonorsChoose.org				$264.00
Optional Donation to Support DonorsChoose.org				$57.95
Project Cost Including Donation to Support DonorsChoose.org				$321.95
3 Donors				-$321.95
To Go				$0.00