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Mr. Ellis Stephens Leadership Class from San Jose, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Growing Minds: an Artistic Exploration Through a Live Plant Terrarium

Help me give my students students an inspiring fusion of art and science through a live plant terrarium, fostering creativity, environmental stewardship, and a hands-on understanding of ecosystems, all within the vibrant canvas of our classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Ellis Stephens Leadership Class's classroom raised $413

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate 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

In the heart of our school, we are nurturing not just young minds, but also a love for our natural environment. Our project aims to bring a live plant terrarium into our classroom, serving as a living laboratory where art meets science, and imagination meets ecology.

Our goal is to create a live plant terrarium that will be a cornerstone for learning in our classroom.

This project is not just about observing the life cycle of plants, but also about integrating art and science in a way that sparks curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking among our students.

The terrarium will offer hands-on learning experiences in various subjects including science, technology, engineering, math, and art.

I have requested a glass terrarium, light, and Zoo Med HydroBalls lightweight expanded clay terrarium substrate.

Students will study plant biology, understand ecosystems, and learn about environmental stewardship. They will also be able to Incorporate technology, monitor plant growth, track environmental changes, and use apps to learn more about plant species. Math skills will be used as students Measure plant growth and analyze the data.

Students will use engineering skills when they design the terrarium layout. This will help encourage understanding of basic engineering principles and problem-solving skills.

Even art will be incorporated into this project, because this is where creativity blooms! Students will sketch plant growth, design terrarium landscapes, and create art inspired by their observations.

A terrarium is not just a botanical display; it's a dynamic ecosystem. It offers a unique opportunity to study life cycles, understand the importance of environmental care, and appreciate the beauty of nature. It also provides a serene and inspiring presence in our classroom, promoting a calm and focused learning environment.

Your support will bring this project to life. Not only will you help foster a love for science and art, but you will also be planting the seeds of environmental stewardship in the next generation.

Mr. Ellis Stephens Leadership Class KIPP Navigate College Preparatory Grades 9-12

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

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.

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
REPTI ZOO Reptile Glass Terrarium, 18" x 18" x 24" Front Opening Terrarium with Double Hinge Door & Top Screen Ventilation, 30 Gallon Tank Large Reptile Terrarium (Knock-Down) • Amazon Business $182.94 1 $182.94
REPTIZOO Dual Reptile Light Fixture, Reptile Heat Lamp Combo Pack Include 100W Full Spectrum UVA UVB Reptile Light Basking Spot Lamp Bulb & 100W Ceramic Heat Emitter No Light Heating Bulb • Amazon Business $64.99 1 $64.99
Zoo Med HydroBalls Lightweight Expanded Clay Terrarium Substrate, 2.5 Pounds • Amazon Business $13.87 3 $41.61

Materials cost

$289.54

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $26.49

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.34

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$350.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$61.83

Total project goal

$412.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $412.20

4 Donors

-$194.96

Donations toward project cost

-$175.19

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.77

match offer

-$206.10

Match offer toward project cost

-$175.18

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.92

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$11.15

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 $0.00

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