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Mr. Rhodes from Starkville MS is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hands-On Science Centers for Engaging Learning Experiences

Help me give my students hands-on Science Centers and interactive learning materials, enriching students' science education with engaging activities and fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and deeper understanding.

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Dear Donors,

I am thrilled to present a project aimed at enhancing hands-on learning experiences for our students in science education.

By incorporating Science Centers into our curriculum, we aim to provide interactive and engaging opportunities for students to explore various scientific concepts and develop critical thinking skills.

Project Goals:

Interactive Learning: Science Centers offer students the opportunity to engage in hands-on activities, fostering active learning and deeper understanding of scientific principles.

Multisensory Exploration: By incorporating a variety of materials and activities, Science Centers appeal to different learning styles, allowing students to explore concepts through touch, sight, and experimentation.

Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Science Centers encourage students to ask questions, make observations, and draw conclusions, promoting the development of critical thinking skills essential for success in science and beyond.

Your generous support will directly impact the learning experiences of [number of students] students in our [grade level] science classroom. By providing them with access to Science Centers and interactive learning materials, you will be empowering them to explore, discover, and deepen their understanding of scientific concepts in a fun and engaging way.

Investing in our project is investing in the future of scientific exploration and discovery. Your contribution will not only enrich the educational experiences of our students but will also inspire them to pursue their curiosity and passion for science. Thank you for considering our proposal and for your commitment to supporting hands-on learning in our classroom.

Mr. Rhodes
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Physical Science Activity Labs - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $299.00 1 $299.00
Lakeshore Hands-On Science Specimen Centers - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $199.00 1 $199.00
NewPath Learning Middle School Earth Science Skills Game • Amazon Business $91.99 1 $91.99
NewPath Learning-56452 Middle School Life Science Skills Game • Amazon Business $91.02 1 $91.02
NewPath Texas Science Curriculum Classroom Pack, Grade 5 - Kids • School Specialty $60.08 1 $60.08
New Path Learning? Flip Charts, Middle School, Life Science • Quill.com $54.89 1 $54.89
New Path Learning? Flip Charts, Middle School, Physical Science • Quill.com $47.69 1 $47.69
NewPath Learning Force, Motion and Energy Learning Center, Grades 3 to 5 - Grades 3-5 - Kids • School Specialty $39.14 1 $39.14
NewPath Learning Elements, Mixtures and Compounds Learning Center, Grades 3 to 5 - Grades 3-5 - Kids • School Specialty $39.14 1 $39.14

Materials cost

$921.95

Vendor shipping charges

 $38.74

Sales tax

 $64.54

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,069.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$188.66

Total project goal

$1,257.72

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,257.72

1 Donor

-$307.50

Donations toward project cost

-$261.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$46.12

Young Sheldon on CBS match offer

-$307.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$261.38

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$46.12

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $642.71

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