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Mrs. Kirkham from Indianola, MS is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Future Scientist

Help me give my students an opportunity to become an AWESOME scientist by having a chance to use an oculus and the other hands-on experiments!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Kirkham's classroom raised $1,093

This project is fully funded

My Students

My students are excited to be back in the classroom. Although the school is following the CDC guidelines for students' safety, the students are eager to learn. These students are smart, respectful, and cooperative. For example, I was explaining the three states of matter. The students were willing to illustrate each state of matter by using themselves so the other students would understand.

I am a fourth grade science teacher for the 2021-2022 school year.

The students are anxious to learn and I am thrilled to be their teacher.

My Project

These items are very important to our science classroom. These materials will be used for experiments which will make learning more engaging and memorable. The students will use the microscope to analyze cells on a slide, the solar system will assist in modeling how the earth rotates, demonstrate seasons, phases of the moon, how constellations move with the seasons. The students will also use the oculus as a tool to actual visualize places and objects that might be difficult to understand. The science kits will be used for various experiments which will make their learning memorable.

Mrs. Kirkham Carver Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Oculus Quest 2 — Advanced All-In-One Virtual Reality Headset — 128 GB • Amazon Business $299.00 1 $299.00
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Mega Science Lab - Science Kit Bundle Pack with 75 Easy Experiments, Featuring Earth Science, Chemistry, and Science Magic Activities for Kids • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
NASA Lunar Telescope for Kids – Capable of 90x Magnification, Includes Two Eyepieces, Tabletop Tripod, Finder Scope, and Full-Color Learning Guide, The Perfect STEM Gift for a Young Astronomer • Amazon Business $54.99 1 $54.99
Comfortable Printed mask,Periodic Table, Science Letterings with Capital Elements School Students Chemistry Lovers,Multicolor,Windproof Facial decorations for Adults Size：M • Amazon Business $10.78 5 $53.90
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 200-Pack, 8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Letter Size Sheets, Clear, 3-Mil (TP3854-200) • Amazon Business $25.29 2 $50.58
AmScope 120X-1200X 52-pcs Kids Beginner Microscope STEM Kit with Metal Body Microscope, Plastic Slides, LED Light and Carrying Box (M30-ABS-KT2-W),White • Amazon Business $36.87 1 $36.87
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Stunning Chemistry Set - Mega Science Kit with Over 15 Easy Experiments, Make a Volcano, Launch a Rocket, Create Fizzy Reactions, & More, STEM Toy, an Amazon Exclusive Science Kit • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Kids Science Kit - Over 60 Experiments, Gift for Kids Ages 8 -12 • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Educational Insights GeoSafari Motorized Solar System Toy, STEM Toy, Ages 8+ • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Educational Insights GeoSafari Motorized Solar System Toy, STEM Toy, Ages 8+ • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
180 Days of Science: Grade 4 - Daily Science Workbook for Classroom and Home, Cool and Fun Interactive Practice, Elementary School Level Activities ... Challenging Concepts (180 Days of Practice) • Amazon Business $16.79 1 $16.79
48 Outer Space Galaxy Mini Notepads Astronaut Moon Rocket Ship Theme Memo Spiral Notebooks for Kids Boys Girls Solar System Planet Birthday Party Prizes & Teacher School Classroom Reward • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Teacher Notepad | Teacher Appreciation Gifts | Made in the USA (Teacher Notepad)… • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Tsare Face_Mask For Adult Man And Women With Pm2.5 Activated Carbon Filter,Reusable Washable Anti Dust Mouth Cover • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
ONEDONE Reward Punch Cards (Pack of 200) Behavior Incentive Awards for Kids Students Teachers Home Classroom School Business Loyalty Gift Card - 3.5" x 2" • Amazon Business $11.94 1 $11.94
Color Changing Mood Pencil with Eraser Wooden Pencils Heat Activated Color Changing Pencils Thermochromic Assorted Colors (30 Pieces) • Amazon Business $11.89 1 $11.89
Mark Twain Media General Science Workbook―Grades 5-8 Earth, Space, Life, and Physical Science Activity Book, Weather, Energy, Electricity, The Solar ... of Elements (96 pgs) (Daily Skill Builders) • Amazon Business $11.22 1 $11.22
Rhode Island Novelty 7.5 Inch Galaxy Pencils 4 Dozen Per Order • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
24 Pieces Space Theme Bookmarks with Metal Charms Planet Rocket Space Ship Theme Colorful Bookmarks Inspirational Quotes Bookmarks Cards for Space Party Favors Kids Boys Girls Adults Encouragement • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
100 Pcs Funny Laboratory Science Stickers for Kids Teens Students Teachers, Vinyl Waterproof Experiment Stickers for Water Bottles Laptop Computer Skateboard • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Funny Laboratory Science Stickers 100 PCS, Waterproof Stickers for Water Bottles Laptop Computer Skateboard, Vinyl Experiment Stickers Pack for Kids Teens Student • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$823.02

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.25

Sales tax

 $57.61

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.35

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$928.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$163.81

Total project goal

$1,092.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,092.04

1 Donor

-$1,092.04

Donations toward project cost

-$928.23

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$163.81

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