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Mr. Babineck from Kaneohe, HI is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Future Engineers and Scientists

Help me give my students an amazing hands-on science and engineering education!

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Babineck's classroom raised $278

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

In the wake of COVID-19, the educational landscape has dramatically changed, posing unique challenges and opportunities for our students. The pandemic has significantly disrupted traditional learning models, leading to gaps in both academic and social-emotional development. As we transition back to classroom learning, it's crucial to address these challenges head-on.

Our classroom is at a pivotal point.

We have an opportunity to re-engage and inspire our students, particularly in the fields of science and engineering. This is where we need your support. The requested supplies are not just tools; they are catalysts for collaborative learning and hands-on exploration. They are essential in fostering a learning environment that bridges the gap caused by the pandemic. We are requesting Young Scientist Heart Dissection Kit, Tri-Fold Display Boards, METALWARE KIT and more.

Engineering and science projects enable students to work in teams, promoting social interaction and emotional connection, which have been greatly missed. These activities also stimulate critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills, aligning perfectly with our academic goals in this new era of learning.

Your contribution will directly impact the lives of our students, helping them to regain lost ground and thrive in a post-COVID-19 world. Together, we can rebuild a foundation for lifelong learning and curiosity. Let's equip our future engineers and scientists with the resources they need to explore, create, and innovate.

Mr. Babineck Governor Samuel Wilder King IS Grades 6-8

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.

Kaneohe, HI View local requests

More than half of 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

130 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
RiteCo 22101 Tri-Fold Display Boards, 48" x 36", White (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $68.36 1 $68.36
METALWARE KIT • Ward's Science $30.35 1 $30.35
Elmer's Rubber Cement, 4 Ounces, Pack of 4 • School Specialty $10.42 2 $20.84
TUBE IGNITION PYREX 16X125MM • Ward's Science $3.53 5 $17.65
Fiberglass Fingerprint Brush • Carolina Biological Supply Company $14.62 1 $14.62
Hinge Fingerprint Lifter, White, 1-1/2 x 2 • Carolina Biological Supply Company $10.80 1 $10.80
Black Fingerprint Powder, 2 oz • Carolina Biological Supply Company $10.57 1 $10.57
Carolina Simulated Spatter Blood, 250 mL • Carolina Biological Supply Company $8.95 1 $8.95

Materials cost

$182.14

Vendor shipping charges

$13.08

Sales tax

$8.01

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$235.96

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$41.64

Total project goal

$277.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$277.60

1 Donor

-$124.19

Donations toward project cost

-$117.98

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.21

match offer

-$138.80

Match offer toward project cost

-$117.98

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.82

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$14.61

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$0.00

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