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Mrs. Roxanne Desmarais from Lowell, MA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Blossoming Minds: Cultivating Growth Through Sunflower Seeds and Pots

Help me give my students the joy of growth and discovery as we cultivate a vibrant learning environment by planting sunflower seeds in pots through my DonorsChoose project.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Roxanne Desmarais's classroom raised $503

This project is fully funded

My Project

I deeply cherish the curiosity and enthusiasm that my students bring to the classroom each day. Their eagerness to learn and explore motivates me to create an engaging and nurturing environment.

The sunflower seeds and pots I'm requesting play a crucial role in their learning journey.

By providing hands-on experiences in planting and caring for sunflowers, students not only acquire knowledge about biology and ecology but also develop a sense of responsibility and connection to the natural world. These activities promote teamwork, patience, and an understanding of the growth process, fostering a holistic approach to education.

My goal for this project is to instill a love for learning that extends beyond textbooks. The sunflower planting project aims to spark curiosity, cultivate a sense of wonder, and teach valuable life skills. As the sunflowers grow, so too will the students' appreciation for the beauty of nature and the importance of nurturing their own growth.

What makes my students truly special is their diverse backgrounds, unique perspectives, and unwavering determination to overcome challenges. Each student brings a wealth of experiences to the classroom, creating a rich tapestry of learning. This project is not just about planting seeds; it's about planting the seeds of knowledge, curiosity, and resilience in these exceptional individuals who have the potential to bloom into future leaders and contributors to society.

Mrs. Roxanne Desmarais Charlotte Murkland Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Lowell, MA View local requests

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

480 students impacted 26donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Purple Star 1N 25 Pack Cupcake Plant Nursery Pots with Humidity Dome-Small Flower Pots for Kids-Planting Containers Cups for Indoor Outdoor Plant Succulent Display (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $17.09 20 $341.80
Mammoth Sunflower Seeds for Planting - Grow Giant Sun Flowers in Your Garden - 50 Non GMO Heirloom Seeds - Full Planting Instructions for Easy Grow - Great Gardening Gifts (1 Packet) • Amazon Business $4.98 10 $49.80

Materials cost

$391.60

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$427.47

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.44

Total project goal

$502.91

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $502.91

22 Donors

-$305.13

Donations toward project cost

-$261.61

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$43.52

Matching donations from our partners

-$195.13

Match offers toward project cost

-$165.86

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.27

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.65

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 $0.00

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