Ecosystem Growing Project to Bring Our Classroom to Life
Help me give my students supplies for our gardening and ecosystem project to combine our current classroom pets with these projects to learn more about the environment.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. O'Neill's classroom raised $501
This project is fully funded
My Project
This is an exciting opportunity to bring hands-on learning and nutritional education to students in our high-need community.
Our proposed project, Ecosystem Growing Project to Bring Our Classroom to Life, aims to establish a classroom garden and animal habitat, providing a unique platform for students to explore science, nutrition, and the environment.
Objectives:
1. Enhance STEM education through hands-on experiences with plant and animal care.
2. Foster nutritional awareness and understanding of an ecosystem.
3. Cultivate responsibility, teamwork, and environmental stewardship.
4. Provide access to fresh produce and skills in growing.
Project Components:
1. Classroom Garden: Hydroponics or container gardening system - Variety of fruits, vegetables, and herbs - Soil, tools, and irrigation system
2. Animal Habitat: Aquarium-terrarium for fish or small animals (e.g., bearded dragon, crickets) - Food, supplies, and veterinary care
3. Educational Materials: Books detailing projects we can complete in class!
Your donation will enhance educational opportunities, promote healthy lifestyles, and empower students to become active contributors to their community. Please consider supporting our project!
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
Seed Starter Tray with T8 Grow Light, Seedling Heat Tray Mini Greenhouse with 15'' Humidity Domes and Height Extension, Plant Sprouting Germination Propagation Kit Indoor Gardening Supplies
• Amazon Business
$45.99
2
$91.98
Cricket Colony Kit: Includes Egg Flats, Peat Moss (Crickets Substrate) Peat Moss (breeding Container) Feed, Water Crystals, Spray Bottle, Container & 2 Lids, Sample Packet of Calcium (New)
• Amazon Business
$31.98
2
$63.96
Gardeners Basics, Survival Vegetable Seeds Garden Kit Over 16,000 Seeds Non-GMO and Heirloom, Great for Emergency Bugout Survival Gear 35 Varieties Seeds for Planting Vegetables 35 Plant Markers
• Amazon Business
$29.75
1
$29.75
TOBEHIGHER Gardening Gloves for Women - Gardening Gloves 12 Pairs, Breathable Rubber Garden Gloves, Outdoor Protective Working Gloves
• Amazon Business
Crayola No. 2 Pencils - Set of 20
• Blick Art Materials
$3.17
6
$19.02
Bearded Dragon Manual, 3rd Edition: Expert Advice for Keeping and Caring for a Healthy Bearded Dragon (CompanionHouse Books) Habitat, Heat, Diet, Behavior, Personality, Illness, Training, FAQ and More
• Amazon Business
$17.45
1
$17.45
Gardening Projects for Kids: Fantastic ideas for making things, growing plants and flowers, and attracting wildlife to the garden, with 60 practical projects and 500 photographs
• Amazon Business
$16.90
1
$16.90
Aquaponic Gardening: A Step-by-Step Guide to Raising Vegetables and Fish Together
• Amazon Business
$16.30
1
$16.30
Sikao Pens Bulk Gripped Slimster Retractable Ballpoint Pen Medium Point Black ink Smooth Writing Pens for Journaling No Bleed (60Pack)
• Amazon Business
$14.92
1
$14.92
ORIMERC 12 Pack 3 inch Net Cup Pots with 12 feet Hydroponic Self Watering Wick & 12 Plant Labels Aquaponics Mason Jar Bucket Insert Orchid kratky Vegetable Gardening Growing Netted Basket Slotted Mesh
• Amazon Business
$7.22
2
$14.44
ORIMERC 20 Pack 4 inch Net Cup Pots with 20 feet Hydroponic Self Watering Wick for Aquaponics Buckets Insert Orchid kratky Vegetable Garden Gardening Growing Netted Baskets Slotted Mesh Wide Lip Rim
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
100Pcs Plastic Plant Labels,4",Waterproof Plant Tags,T-Type Plant Tags,Garden Tags for Outdoor, Plant Name Tags,Seed,Gardening Signs for DIY, Plant Identification Stakes,Nursery (Triangular)
• Amazon Business
$3.99
3
$11.97
Gardening for Kids: Learn, Grow, and Get Messy with Fun STEAM Projects
• Amazon Business
$10.49
1
$10.49
SZHLUX SZ-DZ-F Soil Moisture Water Meter Care, for Potted Plants, Gardening, Lawn, Indoor & Outdoor (No Battery Needed), 10.23in, Green
• Amazon Business
$6.99
1
$6.99
Micro Food Gardening: Project Plans and Plants for Growing Fruits and Veggies in Tiny Spaces
• Amazon Business
$6.60
1
$6.60
Materials cost
$380.11
Vendor shipping charges
$9.95
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.70
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$425.76
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$75.13
Total project goal
$500.89
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$500.89
4 Donors
-$250.43
Donations toward project cost
-$212.87
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$37.56
match offer
-$250.46
Match offer toward project cost
-$212.89
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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