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Ms. Perfecto from Maywood, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Engaging Physics Labs With Constant Velocity Cars

Help me give my students Help my students explore the wonders of physics with hands-on learning! We're seeking funding for constant velocity cars to make our high school physics labs more engaging and interactive.

  • $337 goal

This project expired on January 5, 2025.

This project expired on January 5, 2025.

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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

Our high school physics class is seeking funding for constant velocity cars and batteries to create hands-on, engaging labs that explore key physics concepts like motion and velocity. Labs are essential for making abstract ideas concrete, helping students remain engaged and excited about STEM learning. These cars will allow students to conduct experiments that visualize constant speed, acceleration, and velocity graphs, making the lessons more interactive and accessible. Your support will empower students to actively participate in experiments that inspire curiosity and deepen their understanding of physics.

Your donation will directly enhance the learning environment by providing crucial tools for interactive, inquiry-based physics experiments.

Students will benefit from learning by doing, which is proven to improve understanding and retention, ultimately sparking their interest in STEM fields.

Ms. Perfecto Maywood Center Enriched Studies Grades 9-12

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than three‑quarters 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

180 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Constant Velocity Vehicle • Carolina Biological Supply Company $17.42 10 $174.20
Energizer AA Batteries, Alkaline Power Double A Battery Alkaline, 32 Count • Amazon Business $18.98 3 $56.94

Materials cost

$231.14

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$21.15

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.47

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$285.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$50.43

Total project goal

$336.19

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