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Ms. Shidaki from Waipahu, HI is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Shidaki's classroom raised $1,000

Fueling Scientific Exploration: The Essentiality of Classroom and Organizational Supplies

Help me give my students a variety of classroom basics and organizational supplies to create an effective and engaging learning environment.

This project is fully funded

Ms. Shidaki Waipahu Intermediate School
Waipahu, HI Grades 6-8

My Project

The specific items I'm requesting, including classroom basics and organizational supplies, hold the key to transforming my science classroom into a dynamic hub of learning. These resources are essential for creating an interactive and well-organized environment that directly impacts my students' learning experience. Writing utensils and whiteboards are indispensable for students to take notes, sketch diagrams, and document their observations during experiments. The rolling cart, storage bins and crates provide a systematic way to organize lab equipment, supplies, and paperwork promoting easy access and efficient use of resources. Chart paper becomes a valuable tool for visual representation, allowing students to create diagrams, graphs, and charts to better understand scientific concepts. Clorox wipes contribute to a clean and hygienic laboratory setting, ensuring a safe environment for hands-on experiments. Lastly, a label maker aids in proper identification and organization of materials, reducing confusion and enhancing students' ability to locate resources. Together, these supplies foster a conducive and well-equipped science classroom, empowering students to engage actively in scientific exploration and learning.

My goal for this project is to provide my students with a comprehensive and immersive science education that goes beyond traditional lectures.

These supplies will contribute to a more hands-on, collaborative, and structured learning experience. By having classroom basics and organizational tools, these resources not only support the teacher in delivering comprehensive lessons but also foster a dynamic and participatory atmosphere in the classroom where students have the access and ease to all needed supplies.

What makes my students special is their curiosity and eagerness to explore the wonders of science. Although my students are eager to engage and learn in science activities/experiments, oftentimes they do not have the basic supplies to do so. By equipping the classroom with these supplies, I aim to nurture their unique potential and passion for discovery, empowering them to excel in

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

145 students impacted 2 donors
Ms. Shidaki Waipahu Intermediate School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Waipahu, HI View local requests

More than half 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

145 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Brother P-Touch PT- D610BT Business Professional Connected Label Maker | Connect and Create via Bluetooth® on TZe Label Tapes up to ~1 inch, White • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
CleverMade Plastic Collapsible Milk Crates - 25L, Pack of 3 in Black - Stackable Storage Bins, Holds 50lbs Per Bin - Clevercrates are Heavy Duty, Collapsible Storage Crate for Multi Purposes • Amazon Business $49.99 2 $99.98
AFMAT Sticky Easel Pad, UPGRADED Chart Paper for Teachers, Large Self Stick Flip Chart Easel Paper, 25 x 30 Inches, 30 Sheets/Pad Chart Paper, 6 Pads • Amazon Business $88.00 1 $88.00
15 Drawer Rolling Storage Cart, Mobile Utility Cart with Lockable Wheels, Drawers, Multipurpose Organizer Cart for Home, Office, School, Clear • Amazon Business $65.99 1 $65.99
Crayola Broad Line Markers Classpack (256 Ct), Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $59.84 1 $59.84
UPGREY Dry Erase Boards, Small Whiteboard 20 Pack 9"X12" Double-Sided Mini Whiteboards for Kids Lapboards with 24 Pens+24 Erasers+24 Pen Clips for Students, Teachers, Class, Office • Amazon Business $37.89 1 $37.89
Crayola Colored Pencils Classpack (240 Ct), Bulk Classroom Supplies, Colored Pencils for School, 12 Assorted Colors, Nontoxic • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
X-ACTO® Pencil Sharpener, Teacher Pro® Electric Pencil Sharpener, With Auto Adjust Dial, SafeStart® Motor, SmartStop®, Black, 1 Count • Amazon Business $32.40 1 $32.40
Brother Genuine P-Touch, TZe2412PK, 2 Pack of Label Tape, Black Font On White Label, TZe241,Black on White • Amazon Business $31.49 1 $31.49
JUJIAJIA Blue Folding Plastic Stackable Utility Crates 2-Pack, Collapsible Storage Bins with Lids 30L, Durable Containers for Home & Garage Organization • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
JUJIAJIA Pink Collapsible Storage Bins with Lids 2-Pack, Folding Plastic Stackable Utility Crates 30L, Durable Containers for Home & Garage Organization • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
16 Pack 14 x 10 x 4 inch Paper Organizer Basket Plastic Storage Basket Plastic Basket Tray Classroom Office File Holder for Home School Supplies (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
IRIS USA 91 Quart Buckle Down Storage Box, Clear • Amazon Business $26.58 1 $26.58
Amazon Basics Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon & Fresh Scent, Sanitizes/Cleans/Disinfects/Deodorizes, White, 340 Count (4 Packs of 85) (Previously Solimo) • Amazon Business $13.09 2 $26.18
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 300 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Brother Genuine P-Touch, TZe-231 2 Pack Tape (TZE2312PK) ½”(0.47”) x 26.2 ft. (8m) 2-Pack Laminated P-Touch Tape, Black on White • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3x3 in, 24 Pads/Pack, 1680 Sheets Total, Amazon Exclusive Bright Color Collection, Aqua Splash, Acid Lime, Tropical Pink and Iris Infusion • Amazon Business $18.34 1 $18.34
Paper Mate® Gel Pens | InkJoy® Pens, Medium Point, Assorted, 14 Count • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
Expo Whiteboard Care Dry Erase Cleaner, Blue (81803) • Quill.com $3.79 1 $3.79

Materials cost

$773.30

Vendor shipping charges

 $0.95

Sales tax

 $34.03

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$849.88

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.98

Total project goal

$999.86

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $999.86

1 Donor

-$849.88

Donations toward project cost

-$849.88

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$149.98

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 $0.00

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