As a teaching team, Gwen Rubio and I are requesting materials for our AP environmental science ecocolumn project. This term-long project provides our students with a hands-on opportunity to explore ecological concepts in a real-world context. By building and observing ecocolumns, they will gain a deeper understanding of how ecosystems function and the delicate balance between organisms and their environments. This project will help students develop critical skills like problem-solving and analytical thinking as they monitor their mini ecosystems and assess how changes impact their health. Our goal is to deepen their understanding of sustainability, biodiversity, and environmental responsibility, while encouraging them to apply this knowledge to global challenges. What makes our students unique is their passion for learning and their genuine desire to make a difference. They are eager to understand environmental issues and excited to take on the challenges of preserving the planet for future generations. This project will provide our seven AP classes with the materials necessary to run one ecocolumn per lab group. Most of these items are non-consumable, allowing us to continue this project with future students for years to come.
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Luster Leaf Fertility and Temperature Rapitest 1835 Digital 3 Way Analyzer for Soil pH
• Amazon Business
$25.93
5
$129.65
PULACO Aquarium Fish Tank Test Strips (6 in 1)100 Count for Fresh Water and Salt Water
• Amazon Business
$8.99
8
$71.92
PH Meter for Water Hydroponics Digital PH Tester Pen 0.01 High Accuracy Pocket Size with 0-14 PH Measurement Range for Household Drinking, Pool and Aquarium (pH Meter 4PCS)
• Amazon Business
Auniwaig Plastic Beaker 500ml/17 Oz Lab Measuring Cup Graduated Beaker with Spout, Transparent Polypropylene Beaker Cups for Science Experiment Kitchen School Teaching Supplies 5PCS
• Amazon Business
$15.89
2
$31.78
IRIS USA 2.7 Qt. Plastic Storage Bins with Lids, 10 Pack, Craft Organizers and Storage, Art Supply Storage Organizer, Arts and Crafts Flat Storage Container, Stackable, Secure Latch, Clear/Violet
• Amazon Business
$29.24
1
$29.24
Spray Bottles - Set of 6
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$13.46
2
$26.92
Gardeners Basics, Basil Seeds for Planting Home Garden Herbs - 5 Variety Herb Pack Thai, Lemon, Cinnamon, Sweet and Dark Opal Basil Seeds Herb Seeds for Indoors, Outdoors, Hydroponics & Aquaponic
• Amazon Business
$9.89
2
$19.78
Bush Green Beans Seeds 3-Pack
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$9.86
2
$19.72
Digital Thermometer Food Meat Thermometer Candy Thermometer Water Thermometer Immediate Read Thermometer for Kitchen Cooking(6 Pcs)
• Amazon Business
$18.99
1
$18.99
Elodea (Egeria densa) Living Pack of 25
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$17.46
1
$17.46
Burpee Sugar Snap Pea Seeds 300 seeds
• Amazon Business
$8.49
2
$16.98
PACK OF 12 DISSECTING DISSECTION TEASING NEEDLE STRAIGHT WITH PLASTIC HANDLE (HTI BRAND)
• Amazon Business
$7.45
2
$14.90
Cherry Belle Radish Seeds - 500+ Non-GMO Heirloom, Fast Growing, Round, Red, Crisp Radishes - Great for Salads, Sandwiches, and More
• Amazon Business
$4.49
2
$8.98
Wood Safety Matches Pack of 10
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$2.74
3
$8.22
Materials cost
$488.48
Vendor shipping charges
$23.34
Sales tax
$44.70
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.33
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$593.85
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$104.80
Total project goal
$698.65
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$698.65
10 Donors
-$628.65
Donations toward project cost
-$534.35
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$94.30
match offer
-$70.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$59.50
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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