My students need UV flashlights, UV ink pens, locks, and lock boxes in order to complete a physics escape room challenge!
$410 goal
Hooray! This project is fully funded
Hooray! This project is fully funded
My Students
My students are all young scientists beginning to discover the wonders of physics and computer science. We love to explore new concepts and ask questions together. If you came into my classroom you might see us trying to shoot marbles through a "ring of fire" or making transverse waves with gummy bears.
My students are wonderful, curious young people.
They work hard to support each other, and we love to have fun while learning physics and computer science. They are dedicated to their community, and each student at our school commits to performing at least 25 hours of community service each year. Over 70% of students in our district have a first language other than English and nearly 65% are economically disadvantaged. This means our students face barriers to learning physics and computer science far beyond just the difficulty of tackling such challenging subject matter.
My school is a true and supportive community. When you talk to any staff member, student, or parent, you know that everyone cares about the success of the school. No matter what issue a student is facing in the classroom or at home, the faculty and staff are always there to support him or her.
My Project
My students love to solve puzzles and mysteries. One of their favorite lessons this year was solving a murder mystery using kinematics! I want to bring that experience to my students more often.
I see physics problems as puzzles and I want my students to see it that way too.
These materials will allow me to create an escape room type challenge in my classroom. Students will solve a series of circuit puzzles in order to open different locks and finally open a box to reveal a prize. I know this activity will challenge my students to think deeply about physics, develop teamwork skills, build their ability to persevere when faced with difficulties, and see physics problems in a new light.
Vaultz Locking Utility Box with Combination Lock, Black on Black (VZ00192)
• Amazon Business
$12.29
8
$98.32
Master Lock 1535DWD Vertical Resettable Word Combo Lock, Assorted Colors (Pack of 1)
• Amazon Business
$8.39
8
$67.12
4 Pack Combination Padlocks by DigHealth, Weatherproof, Keyless and Multiple Size, 3 or 4 Digit Code Locks, Resettable Number Password Locks for Gym & School Lockers, Luggage Suitcases (black)
• Amazon Business
$10.99
5
$54.95
Master Lock 140D Solid Brass Keyed Different Padlock with 1-9/16-Inch Wide Body, 1/4-Inch Shackle
• Amazon Business
$6.32
8
$50.56
Findway 5 UV Ultra Violet Blacklight 9 LED Flashlight Torch Light Outdoors
• Amazon Business
$11.99
3
$35.97
Set of 3 Invisible UV Blacklight Ink Marker Blue Red Yellow
• Amazon Business
$6.25
1
$6.25
Materials cost
$313.17
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
State sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.70
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$347.87
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$61.39
Total project goal
$409.26
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$409.26
6 Donors
-$409.26
Donations toward project cost
-$347.87
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