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Ms. S from Los Angeles, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Exploring Zoology: Hands-On Learning for Future Scientists

Help me give my students dissection kits, a frog model, basic survey kits, and zoology microscope slides.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. S's classroom raised $1,330

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

Our high school zoology class is in need of essential supplies to provide our students with hands-on learning experiences that will inspire their passion for science and enhance their understanding of the animal kingdom. We are seeking donations for dissection kits, a frog model, basic survey kits, and zoology microscope slides. These tools are crucial for bringing our curriculum to life and fostering a deeper appreciation for the complexities of biological sciences.

Dissection Kits: Dissection is a key component of our zoology curriculum, offering students a tangible way to study anatomy and physiology.

By examining real specimens, students gain insights into the structure and function of various organisms, which is fundamental for anyone pursuing a career in biological sciences.

Frog Model: A detailed frog model will serve as an excellent teaching aid, allowing students to explore the anatomy of amphibians without the need for dissection. This model will be particularly beneficial for visual and kinesthetic learners, providing a clear, hands-on way to understand complex biological systems.

Basic Survey Kits: These kits will enable students to conduct fieldwork, collecting and analyzing data from local ecosystems. This practical experience is invaluable for developing skills in observation, data collection, and analysis, which are critical for any aspiring scientist.

Zoology Microscope Slides: Access to a variety of microscope slides will allow students to study microscopic structures and organisms, deepening their understanding of biology at a cellular level. This will enhance their laboratory skills and provide a more comprehensive view of the biological sciences.

By providing these supplies, you will help create an engaging and interactive learning environment that encourages scientific inquiry and fosters a lifelong love of learning. With your support, our students can gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in their future academic and professional endeavors.

Ms. S Hollywood High School Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Carolina's Young Scientist Frog Dissection Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $13.46 30 $403.80
EISCO Model Frog with Open Back - Middle-High School - Adult • School Specialty $299.99 1 $299.99
Basic Zoology Survey Set 1 • Carolina Biological Supply Company $19.98 7 $139.86
Introductory Zoology Set Set/12 • Ward's Science $123.25 1 $123.25

Materials cost

$966.90

Vendor shipping charges

$30.00

Sales tax

$88.47

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,129.87

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$199.39

Total project goal

$1,329.26

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,329.26

1 Donor

-$594.67

Donations toward project cost

-$564.94

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.73

match offer

-$664.62

Match offer toward project cost

-$564.93

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$99.69

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$69.97

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$0.00

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