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Mrs. Collins from Salem, OR is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Collins's classroom raised $209

Hands-On STEAM Kits for Creative Learning

Help me give my students new STEAM materials so I can foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

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Mrs. Collins Pringle Elementary School
Salem, OR Grades 3-5

My Project

Our 3rd and 4th grade classroom is filled with eager learners who are excited about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). To keep their curiosity burning bright, we need your support to provide essential STEAM materials that will make learning more engaging and hands-on.

With your support, I will be able to provide students with the tools they need to explore and innovate.

Every contribution helps create a more dynamic and interactive learning environment, paving the way for all students to achieve their fullest potential.

For this project, I’m requesting help purchasing new STEAM materials and storage for the materials. The new materials will be stored in plastic totes so they can be easily accessible to students. By having structured systems for managing materials, the students will learn that there is a designated, purposeful place for their STEAM supplies. These systems will help my students develop their executive functioning skills which will be skills they will use for their lifetime.

Thank you for considering a donation to our STEAM initiative. Your generosity will make a lasting impact on our students’ educational journey and ignite their passion for STEAM fields.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

31 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Collins Pringle 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.

Salem, OR View local requests

More than half 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

31 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Makey Makey STEM Kit from Joylabz, Educational Science Kits, 1000s of Engineering and Computer Coding Activities, Hands-on Technology Learning Fun, Engineering Kits for Kids, STEM Kits • Amazon Business $49.90 1 $49.90
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 $26.99 1 $26.99
Stackable Crayon Box - Clear (4 Pack) • Amazon Business $12.20 2 $24.40
Klutz Lego Gear Bots Science/STEM Activity Kit for 8-12 years • Amazon Business $20.74 1 $20.74
Learning Resources Gears Gears Gears FlightGears Assorted Colors 44 Pieces/Set (LER9236) • Staples $15.04 1 $15.04
Tuzier Crepe Paper Streamers for Party Birthday Decorations 12 Rolls 984ft • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$145.06

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$177.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$31.28

Total project goal

$208.52

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $208.52

1 Donor

-$208.52

Donations toward project cost

-$177.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.28

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