Flight of the Eco-Champions: Transforming Our Class into Sustainability Heroes
Help me give my students essential supplies for setting up a chicken coop, including nesting pads, feed, and various other necessary items to support our students in learning about animal care and sustainable practices.
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.
Our students are incredibly resilient and full of potential! In our special education class, we focus on life skills and vocational training, aiming to empower our students to navigate the world with confidence and independence.
By incorporating sustainability into our curriculum, we not only foster environmental consciousness but also provide practical learning opportunities that extend beyond the classroom.
The requested resources, including the chicken coop, nesting pads, feed, and other supplies, are integral to our vision of creating a hands-on learning environment. Through caring for chickens, our students will learn responsibility, empathy, and important life skills such as animal care and teamwork. The chicken coop will serve as a tangible symbol of our commitment to environmental sustainability, while also offering therapeutic benefits and opportunities for sensory engagement.
Our goals for this project are multifaceted. Firstly, we aim to enrich our students' educational experience by providing them with meaningful and engaging activities that promote learning and personal growth. Secondly, we seek to cultivate a sense of pride and accomplishment within our students as they witness the positive impact they can have on their environment and community. Finally, we aspire to foster a culture of inclusivity and respect, where every student feels valued and empowered to contribute.
What truly makes our students special is their resilience, their capacity for growth, and their unwavering spirit despite facing numerous challenges. They are not defined by their disabilities but by their determination to overcome obstacles and thrive. With the support of this project, we are confident that our students will continue to soar as eco-champions, making a lasting impact on their school, their community, and the world.
zoovilla Country Style Chicken Coop Metal Nest Box with Asphalt Roof Panels
• Amazon Business
$262.80
1
$262.80
Manna Pro 7-Grain Ultimate Chicken Scratch - Scratch Grain Treat for Chickens and Other Birds - Non-GMO Natural Ingredients - 10 lbs
• Amazon Business
$15.49
10
$154.90
RUN-CHICKEN Door (Brown) Automatic Chicken Coop Door, Programmable with App, Battery Operated, Evening and Morning Delay, Aluminum Door, Electric Chicken Run Door, Model T50
• Amazon Business
$149.99
1
$149.99
Sieral 100 Pcs Paper Egg Cartons Bulk for Chicken Eggs Blank Pulp Fiber Egg Tray Holder Reusable Empty Egg Storage Containers for Farm Market Kitchen Camping Picnic Easter DIY(6 Count)
• Amazon Business
$42.99
1
$42.99
Lilyang Free-Standing Chicken Feeder and Chicken Waterer, 2.5 Gallon Chicken Water Feeder with 4 Cups, 13.5 lb Automatic Chicken Feeder No Waste, for 8-10 Adult Chickens or 10-15 Quails
• Amazon Business
$33.99
1
$33.99
Fresh Egg Holder Countertop, Egg Skelter, Spiral Egg Holder with Storage Basket, Chicken Egg Holder, Large Capacity Egg Storage for Kitchen, Holds Up to 3 Dozen Eggs
• Amazon Business
$23.99
1
$23.99
Vetericyn Plus Poultry Care Spray | Healing Aid and Skin Repair for Chicken Wounds, Pecking Injuries, Bumblefoot, Vent Prolapses, and More. 8 ounces
• Amazon Business
$21.39
1
$21.39
Nest Box Pads for Chicken Nesting Boxes - 13 x 13 Pads Made in USA from Sustainably Sourced Aspen Excelsior (10 Pack)
• Amazon Business
$19.98
1
$19.98
Pecking Order 9669 Feed Scoop, Red
• Amazon Business
$6.98
1
$6.98
Materials cost
$717.01
Vendor shipping charges
$80.00
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$10.76
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$837.77
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$147.84
Total project goal
$985.61
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$985.61
1 Donor
-$25.00
Donations toward project cost
-$21.25
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$3.75
An Anonymous Supporter match offer
-$25.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$21.25
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Rottkamp and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
