My students are driven, curious and getting ready for college and awesome careers. An eagerness to learn and good humor leads to energy and enjoyment most of the time, most days. All of my classes are embracing the learning of US History and Contemporary Issues through hands-on activities, discussions, debates, and group work that push them to be 21st-century workforce-ready.
My students are salt-of-the-earth individuals with a strong sense of community and a knowledge of how important education is.
If these are the people who will be leading Connecticut and America in the future, who will be solving social, political, and economic issues, then we are in good hands.
My Project
A multitude of scientifically-based and peer-reviewed research studies have proven that exercise and fitness positively impact student learning. Blood and oxygen flow in the body and brain helps students' retention and memory, mood, motivation, and achievement.
By helping us construct a climbing wall in our classroom, you will empower students to powerfully combine learning and fitness during our 80 minute block lessons.
The vision is that the many students who feel they "can't sit still" for that long, will be able to traverse across the climbing holds, which requires focus and physical exertion. This short boost should positively impact learning potential, and it will also expand students' concept of what a classroom environment can actually look like and be.
Metolius Mountain Gear 75 Climbing Holds Set
• Amazon Business
$179.98
1
$179.98
FrictionLabs Unicorn Dust 10oz (283g) - Fine Texture - The New Standard in Chalk for Rock Climbing, Crossfit, and Powerlifting
• Amazon Business
$25.00
1
$25.00
Colored Masking Tape - 11 Pack of 1 inch x 60yd Extra Large Rolls - 660 yards of Rainbow Color Craft Paper Tape - Colorful Teacher Tape for Art, Labeling, Classroom Decorations, Bulk Teaching Supplies
• Amazon Business
$24.95
1
$24.95
Athletrek Rock Climbing Chalk Bag with Quick-Clip Belt Strap | Two Large Zipper Pockets | Reusable Chalk Ball | Chalk Not Included | Use Also for Bouldering Weight Lifting Gymnastics Crossfit
• Amazon Business
$13.49
1
$13.49
100 T-Nuts for Climbing Holds
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Materials cost
$255.41
Vendor shipping charges
$4.49
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.83
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$293.73
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$51.83
Total project goal
$345.56
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$345.56
5 Donors
-$172.77
Donations toward project cost
-$146.86
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$25.91
match offer
-$172.79
Match offer toward project cost
-$146.87
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mr. Fowler and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.