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Mrs. Eichner from Norfolk, VA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Future Scientists in the Making: Equipping Our Lab for Discovery!

Help me give my students materials to conduct experiments and Labs for our Science units.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Eichner's classroom raised $269

This project is fully funded

My Project

Our young scientists are eager to explore, experiment, and discover the world around them! To bring hands-on science to life in our classroom, we need essential materials like vinegar, cotton balls, sand, dirt, coffee filters, balloons, and iron filings. These may seem like everyday items, but in our science lab, they become tools for learning.

With these supplies, students will conduct exciting experiments like simulating volcanoes, filtering water to learn about environmental science, exploring chemical reactions, understanding air pressure with balloons, and visualizing magnetic fields using iron filings.

Each item supports key lessons in Earth science, physical science, and chemistry while fostering critical thinking, curiosity, and collaboration.

By funding this project, you're helping turn our classroom into a space where students don’t just learn about science—they do science. Your support will inspire the next generation of innovators, engineers, and environmental stewards. Thank you for helping our students get their hands dirty—in the name of discovery!

Mrs. Eichner Sherwood Forest Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Norfolk, VA View local requests

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

200 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Perk Eco Compostable Paper Plates 9 White 250/Pack (PK61287) • Staples $35.34 1 $35.34
Spa Stix Cotton Balls. 500 Count Medium Size. Non Sterile Super Soft.,White • Amazon Business $8.25 3 $24.75
Coarse Sand 32oz Container • Ward's Science $8.07 3 $24.21
Bunn 12-Cup Paper Coffee Filter Basket 1000/Carton (BUN39800R) • Staples $20.80 1 $20.80
Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt: (Nature Book for Kids, Gardening and Vegetable Planting, Outdoor Nature Book) (Over and Under) • Amazon Business $6.39 3 $19.17
WISYOK 1000 Pcs Colored Popsicle Sticks for Crafts, 4.5 Inch Colored Wooden Craft Sticks, Ice Cream Sticks, Rainbow Popsicle Sticks, Great for DIY Craft Creative Designs and Children Education • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98
Arm & Hammer Baking Soda, 1 Pound • School Specialty $3.89 3 $11.67
White Vinegar 3.8 L • Carolina Biological Supply Company $10.66 1 $10.66
Amazon Basics 24 Count AA & AAA High-Performance Alkaline Batteries Value Pack - 12 Double AA Batteries and 12 Triple AAA Batteries • Amazon Business $10.26 1 $10.26
Iron Filings 12 oz • Carolina Biological Supply Company $8.24 1 $8.24
Kolavia 100PCS Party Balloons, 12 Inches Premium Assorted Colorful Balloons, Bulk Pack of Strong Latex Balloons for Birthday, Party, Christmas, Wedding, Anniversary and Vacation • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
GUSTO [200 Count] 4.5 Inch Wooden Multi-Purpose Popsicle Sticks for Crafts, Ice, Ice Cream, Waxing, and Tongue Depressor Wood Sticks (Formerly Comfy Package) • Amazon Business $4.93 1 $4.93

Materials cost

$192.00

Vendor shipping charges

$3.63

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.88

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$228.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$40.33

Total project goal

$268.84

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$268.84

5 Donors

-$230.35

Donations toward project cost

-$207.26

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.09

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$13.49

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$0.00

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