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Mrs. Stelljes from Moss Point, MS is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Growing Future Farmers: Aquaponics, Soil, & Polyculture Books

Help me give my students books to advance their knowledge in alternative farming, such as aquaponics, restorative soil, and polyculture!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Stelljes's classroom raised $400

This project is fully funded

My Project

The books I’m requesting will provide my students with critical knowledge in alternative farming methods like aquaponics, restorative soil practices, and polyculture. These resources will give them the chance to explore sustainable farming techniques that are increasingly important in today’s world. With hands-on activities already part of our curriculum, these books will deepen their understanding, allowing them to connect theory with practice. They’ll also learn innovative approaches that can help combat food insecurity and environmental challenges.

The goal of this project is to foster a passion for sustainable agriculture by giving students the tools to explore creative farming techniques.

By expanding their knowledge base, I aim to inspire them to think critically about how they can apply these methods in their own lives and communities.

My students are special because they come from diverse backgrounds, often underrepresented in fields like agriculture and environmental science. Many of them have never had the opportunity to engage with such specialized knowledge. With these books, I hope to ignite their curiosity and provide them with the skills they need to pursue future careers in these important areas.

Mrs. Stelljes Moss Point Career Technical Education Center Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Moss Point, MS 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

30 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Regenerative Soil: The Science & Solutions - the 2nd Edition (The Regenerative Soil Trilogy) • Amazon Business $75.00 1 $75.00
The Permaculture Student 2 - the Textbook 3rd Edition [Hardcover]: A Collection of Regenerative Solutions • Amazon Business $75.00 1 $75.00
Lab Book Water Quality Verni • Ward's Science $51.99 1 $51.99
Integrated Forest Gardening: The Complete Guide to Polycultures and Plant Guilds in Permaculture Systems • Amazon Business $33.00 1 $33.00
Aquaponic Gardening: A Step-by-Step Guide to Raising Vegetables and Fish Together • Amazon Business $16.30 1 $16.30
Hydroponics: The Definitive Beginner’s Guide to Quickly Start Growing Vegetables, Fruits, & Herbs for Self-Sufficiency! (Gardening, Organic Gardening, Homesteading, Horticulture, Aquaculture) • Amazon Business $13.97 1 $13.97
Hydroponics and Aquaponics for Beginners: 2 Books in 1, The Complete Home Gardening and Fish Farming Guide to Grow Vegetables, Herbs and Fruits at Home Without Soil (Super Simple Gardening Guides) • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Aquaponics: Easy Guide to Build Your Own Aquaponic Garden: Aquaponics Book for Beginners • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$285.20

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $19.96

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.28

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$339.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.90

Total project goal

$399.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $399.34

1 Donor

-$169.72

Donations toward project cost

-$169.72

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$199.67

Match offer toward project cost

-$169.72

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.95

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$29.95

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 $0.00

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