From Sharp Minds to Beaker Finds: Essentials for Learning
Help me give my students stools, a set of headphones, a pencil sharpener, a wall clock, clipboards, and science lab tools such as trays, magnifying glasses, and beakers to stay focused, organized, and curious in our science classroom.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Castro's classroom raised $459
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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
I love how curious, thoughtful, and resilient my students are. They come to class ready to try, even when something is unfamiliar or challenging. Many of my students are multilingual learners or new to the country, and every day they remind me of the power of persistence, joy, and community.
As a new teacher, I’m working to build a classroom from the ground up and am in need of many essentials that will help create a space where all students can focus, explore, and thrive.
Stools will provide flexible seating for small groups and science investigations. A class set of headphones will support multilingual learners and diverse learners by allowing them to listen to readings at their own pace, helping them build comprehension and confidence.
A reliable pencil sharpener will ensure students always have the tools they need without delay. A digital wall clock will help us stay on track and build time awareness—especially important as we transition between subjects and classes. A wireless presentation clicker will allow me to move freely around the room, supporting students more actively and keeping engagement high.
Finally, beakers and magnifying glasses will bring hands-on science to life. These tools will help students observe, question, and experiment like real scientists. I can already picture the excitement on their faces as they explore the world around them up close!
Every item in this project is a small step toward a big goal: creating a classroom where all students feel confident, engaged, and empowered to learn.
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
Pearington Plastic Classroom Stools for Kids, Multipurpose Stool Chairs, Flexible Seating, Stacking Stools, Stainless Steel Legs - Set of 5, Multi-Color
• Amazon Business
$49.99
1
$49.99
Small Standing Desk Adjustable Height,Rolling,Mobile with Wheels,Portable,Tall Computer Table Adjustable,Size 31.5x15.7 Inch Brown C
• Amazon Business
$39.99
1
$39.99
Konohan 32 Pack Headphones Bulk for School Student Classroom Set of Headphones Wire Headset Adjustable with 3.5 mm Jack for Adult(Multicolor)
• Amazon Business
$39.99
1
$39.99
Kiggos 25 Transparent Colored Clipboards Bulk for Classroom Office Plastic Clipboard Low Profile Kids Clip Boards Standard Letter Size Holds 100 Sheets Hanging Hook Colorful Clip Board
• Amazon Business
$38.99
1
$38.99
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener for Colored Pencils 7-11.5mm, Fully Automatic Pencil Sharpener, Auto in & Out, Rechargeable Hands-Free Pencil Sharpener for Large Pencils, Sketch Pencils, Green
• Amazon Business
$31.99
1
$31.99
Carolina Beaker Starter Pack
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$28.89
1
$28.89
KEILEOHO 25 PCS Multicolor Plastic Art Trays, Activity Plastic Tray, Arts and Crafts Organizer Tray for DIY Projects, Painting Beads, Organizing Supply, 5 Assorted Colors, 11 x 8.5 x 1.2 Inch
• Amazon Business
$26.59
1
$26.59
TOOLF Utility Rolling Cart with Lockable Wheels, Multi-Purpose Storage Organizer, Organizer Trolley with Handles, Serving Trolley with Mesh Basket for Home, Office, Kitchen, Bathroom (White)
• Amazon Business
$24.65
1
$24.65
DINOSTRIKE 2 in 1 Type C and USB Presentation Clicker with Air Mouse Control, RF 2.4GHz Wireless Presenter Remote PowerPoint Clicker Slide Pointer Advancer for Computer Laptop Classroom Office
• Amazon Business
$21.84
1
$21.84
LED Digital Wall Clock with Large Display, Big Digits, Auto-Brightness, 12/24Hr Format, Modern Electric Small Silent Wall Clock for Living Room, Bedroom, Classroom, Farmhouse, Kitchen, Office - Blue
• Amazon Business
$18.89
1
$18.89
6 Pack Multi-Function Electronic Timer - Magnetic Digital Timers Big LCD Display The Loud/Silent Switch Countdown Timer Extensively Use in Break Time, Cooking,Gym, Meeting, Classroom
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
Hapy Shop 18 Pack Mini Magnifying Glass 3X and 5X Magnifiers Handheld Plastic Magnifying Glasses for Home, Classroom Use Portable Reading Magnifiers
• Amazon Business
$6.98
2
$13.96
Materials cost
$350.76
Vendor shipping charges
$3.76
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.26
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$389.78
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$68.78
Total project goal
$458.56
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$458.56
5 Donors
-$399.74
Donations toward project cost
-$347.28
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$52.46
match offer
-$150.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$127.50
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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