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Punch into the Future with Technology
Mr. V.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
North Carolina ?

"Punch" into the Future with Technology

My classroom is a hands-on, mathematics classroom in which I hope to prepare students for further study beyond high school with the use of technology. Currently, I do not have enough calculators for e...more

My students need 5 graphing calculators so that EVERY student in my Algebra I and Algebra II clas...
To go: $357
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Donors so far: 9
E.D. Students Want LCD!!
Ms. E.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
California (North) ?

E.D. Students Want LCD!!

With an LCD projector, my students will gain access to course material and will be best prepared for the real world. With your help, my students will happily continue their hour and half commute to sc...more

My students need an LCD projector to grasp and grapple all subjects.
To go: $328
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Donors so far: 8
This Is Jeopardy!, Let's Welcome the Elementary Edition
Mrs. H.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Georgia ?

This Is Jeopardy!, Let's Welcome the Elementary Edition

If the students could have the luxury of a jeopardy game system in their own classroom, and incorporate it with all the subjects they are learning about, then my students will be able to master the co...more

My students need 1 classroom Jeopardy game system to help them extend their learning in all subje...
To go: $476
Time left: 19 days
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To go: $476
Time left: 19 days
Donors so far: 10
What is a Candy Bar?
Mrs. B.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Nebraska ?

What is a Candy Bar?

I use my laptop computer to show my students videos or photographs of something they don't understand. I have to walk around the classroom and show each student individually, because they are unable t...more

My students need one LCD projector.
To go: $739
Time left: 31 days
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Time left: 31 days
Donors so far: 11
Here's a ratio- 1 laptop:1 Student- Can You Help!?
Ms. O.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Oregon ?

Here's a ratio- 1 laptop:1 Student- Can You Help!?

In this ever-increasing technological world, it is essential that students know how to use computers. The daily use of the laptops will help prepare my students for middle school, high school and for...more

My students need 2 HP laptop computers in order to prepare them for the future.
To go: $541
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Donors so far: 8
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A Laptop for Every Student? I Hope So!
Ms. O.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Oregon ?

A Laptop for Every Student? I Hope So!

Getting students hooked and engaged in school is a battle that every classroom teacher faces. Based on past experiences, I know that technology is one tool that always gets students engaged in learnin...more

My students need 2 HP laptop computers in order to prepare them for the future.
To go: $541
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Donors so far: 8
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Laptops for Every Student!
Ms. O.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Oregon ?

Laptops for Every Student!

Getting students hooked and engaged in school is a battle that every classroom teacher faces. Based on past experiences, I know that technology is one tool that always gets students engaged in learnin...more

My students need 2 HP laptop computers in order to prepare them for the future.
To go: $442
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To go: $442
Donors so far: 9
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Flip The Switch For Digital Storytelling!
Mr. S.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Pennsylvania ?

Flip The Switch For Digital Storytelling!

My students need to be heard! These camcorders would make digital storytelling very simple for the students and due to the time saved using the devices, the students would surely be given more opportu...more

My students need 2 digital flip camcorders.
To go: $381
Time left: 26 days
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To go: $381
Time left: 26 days
Donors so far: 4
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Geology Rocks! City Kids Take Science Outside!
Ms. V.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
New York (City) ?

Geology Rocks! City Kids Take Science Outside!
Updated 6 days ago

We have just enrolled in the GLOBE science program and need some basic supplies to conduct detailed research investigations about the weather, soil, and plants around our school. These materials will...more

My students need 34 copies of "Tree Finder" books, 4 triple beam balances, 10 graduated cylinders...
Teacher MailThank You Letter posted!
"Thank you so much for your donation! Now my scholars will be able to experience Earth Science in a more meaningful way than ever before! They will be able to interact with nature and discover classi..." more
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Exploring Our World..Bringing Science to Young Learners
Mrs. J.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Louisiana ?

Exploring Our World..Bringing Science to Young Learners
Updated on Jan 26, 2010

Students in a hands-on science program will remember the material better, feel a sense of accomplishment when the task is completed, and be able to transfer that experience easier to other learning si...more

My students need liquid discovery tubes, iron filing discovery disks, a TV microscope, a root-vue...
Teacher MailThank You Letter posted!
"I can't fully express my joy, excitement, and thanks for your donation to my project. It is great to see that you share my vision for reaching children. In Science, we are often forced to use abstract..." more
Completed Project:
Human Nutrition and Wellness
Ms. S.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
New York (State) ?

Human Nutrition and Wellness
Updated 14 hours ago
Teacher MailImpact Letter posted!
"I want to thank everyone who helped to make this class possible. Nutrition is a new elective at our school, which has turned out to be a wonderful class. Thanks to all the supplies we received my..." more
Completed Project:
Super Science Fair 2010!
Ms. B.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
New Jersey ?

Super Science Fair 2010!
Updated 11 hours ago

You will make it possible for my students to showcase their work in a way that makes them feel proud. I can just imagine the excitement on my students' faces when they see that we have real supplies...more

My Science Fair project needs 15 supplies, including award ribbons, presentation boards, paper, m...
Teacher MailThank You Letter posted!
"Thank you so much for all of the generous donations to fund my project "Super Science Fair 2010!" My students are already thinking about their topics for this spring's science fair, and I think it is..." more
Completed Project:
When Are We Going To Dissect?
Ms. W.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
North Carolina ?

When Are We Going To Dissect?
Updated on Jan 26, 2010

In order to show cell specialization and body systems, my students need to complete dissections. I have not been able to complete dissections every year due to the lack of preserved organisms....more

My students need 4 mink dissection kits.
Teacher MailThank You Letter posted!
"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom. My students have been asking all year if we are going to dissect and I knew this grant was my only opportunity to say "Yes, we will". I can not expres..." more
Completed Project:
Help Children With Autism To Learn Math
Ms. W.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
New York (City) ?
Teacher MailImpact Letter posted!
"On behalf of our classroom, I would like to thank you for your generous gifts of supporting our Math workshop. Your commitment to helping our children in learning Math is sincerely appreciated. We h..." more
Completed Project:
On a Roll in AP Physics
Ms. L.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Ohio ?

On a Roll in AP Physics
Updated on Jan 27, 2010
Teacher MailImpact Letter posted!
"Thank you for providing my students with a rigorous (and fun!) lab experience. I used the equipment last week with the AP students concerning our unit on work, energy and power. The rollercoasters i..." more
Completed Project:
Electric Youth: Electrifying the Science Classroom
Ms. T.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Missouri ?
Teacher MailImpact Letter posted!
"Thank you so much for your contributions to my classroom. It has been amazing to watch science come to life for my students. As soon as my students began using the circuit kits, electricity became mor..." more
Completed Project:
Big Science For Little Students
Mrs. C.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
New York (City) ?

Big Science For Little Students
Updated on Jan 26, 2010

My kids LOVE science books. The bigger the books and the pictures the better. Scientific non-fiction books open up their curious minds to places, people, and animals outside of their neighborhood and...more

My students need non-fiction Big Books to supplement our library.
Teacher MailThank You Letter posted!
"Thank you so much for your generous donation. Your thoughtfulness will allow our proposal to become a reality. My little first graders LOVE science. They love to learn new things and experiment wit..." more
Completed Project:
Science Class But...Where Are the Labs and Supplies?!
Ms. L.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
New York (City) ?

Science Class But...Where Are the Labs and Supplies?!
Updated on Jan 26, 2010

Just a handful of burners and thermometers may seem trivial or not enough to really make a difference, but I can't even begin to describe how large of a difference these little things will make....more

My students need bunsen burners and thermometers for our science labs.
Teacher MailThank You Letter posted!
"Thank you for your generous donations and time taken to fund this project. Resources have been slimmer than ever this year so your contribution is doubly appreciated. My students this year are also ex..." more
Completed Project:
Skeletons Out of the Closet
Mr. T.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
California (North) ?

Skeletons Out of the Closet
Updated on Jan 26, 2010

Having a life-size model of the Human Skeleton, which shows muscles, ligaments and bone structure, has removable parts and comes packaged with experiential activities would be gold in my classroom....more

My students need a Scientific Human Skeleton Model to learn about Human Physiology.
Teacher MailThank You Letter posted!
"I am absolutely thrilled to go into the classroom tomorrow and announce to the students that we are getting a life-size scientific model of a human skeleton!And just in time for Halloween too. Of cour..." more
Completed Project:
H20 Makes What?
Ms. A.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Michigan ?

H20 Makes What?
Updated on Dec 14, 2009

My students need soil and water testing kits, lab supplies, and basic chemistry kits to understand basic concepts, learn to analyze the world around them and train themselves in the scientific process...more

My students need soil and water testing kits, lab supplies, and basic chemistry kits.
Teacher MailThank You Letter posted!
"Thank you! Thank you ! Thank you! We are so excited to hear this great news. My students laughed when they heard me whoop in the classroom as I read this email. Thank you so much from the bottom of my..." more
Completed Project:
Urban Garden- Where Minds Grow Faster Than the Weeds.
Ms. B.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Pennsylvania ?
Teacher MailImpact Letter posted!
"Normal 0 0 1 282 1611 13 3 1978 11.1282 Thank you for choosing our project for your donation. The Urban Garden is already a success even though we ha..." more
Completed Project:
Indoor garden
Mrs. S.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Michigan ?

Indoor garden
Updated on Jan 26, 2010

My students love hands on learning experiences. They excel when they get these types of opportunities. They will take that knowledge and teach other classes and their own families, how to grow a gar...more

My students need potting soil, seeds, flower pots and a Plant Cell Model.
Teacher MailImpact Letter posted!
"Thanks to your generous donations to my classroom my students have become more engaged and excited about their lessons. I am overwhelmed by how generous everyone who has donated is, and I greatly appr..." more
Completed Project:
All out of Gas Part 2 (Building Solar Enegry Models)
Mrs. F.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Michigan ?

All out of Gas Part 2 (Building Solar Enegry Models)
Updated on Dec 14, 2009

Students will use the solar kits to perform basic to more advance experiments with solar energy. Students will be exposed to careers related to alternative energy. Your contribution could ignite a pas...more

My students need 10 Solar Energy resources, including Solar Building sets, a Physics Solar Worksh...
Teacher MailThank You Letter posted!
"I am over whelmed to be funded so early. My students that participated in "All Out of Gas" part one started asking the second week of school when I would start the program again. Your donations will ..." more
Completed Project:
Chemistry is Everywhere!!!
Mrs. H.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Michigan ?

Chemistry is Everywhere!!!
Updated on Jan 26, 2010

The lab kits that I have chosen will cover topics that will provide college bound chemistry students with a great start in a college level chemistry course....more

My students need 4 Chemistry supplies, including a Frey Scientific Hands-On Action Chemistry Lab ...
Teacher MailThank You Letter posted!
"Thank you so much. Your donation will allow me to provide my students with a solid foundation and hands-on experiences in Chemistry, which they will remember from years to come. I am..." more
Completed Project:
Mississippi River Wild
Mr. L.'s Classroom
High Poverty ?
Louisiana ?

Mississippi River Wild
Updated on Jan 26, 2010
Teacher MailImpact Letter posted!
"It has been a wonderful experience working with donorschoose.org. I had been wishing for a way to get the things I need in my classroom, and this organization and all of the people that donated were ..." more
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