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Mrs. Rivera from Anchorage, AK is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hands-on STEM Resources and More!

Help me give my students essential STEM resources for hands-on learning. Your support ensures they have the tools to explore, create, and thrive in the exciting world of science, technology, and engineering!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Rivera's classroom raised $575

This project is fully funded

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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

Help my class with having the opportunity to play with STEM books, and STEM toys and donate to our class project that will revolutionize learning by fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity in students. Our project's goals include providing hands-on experiences that cultivate a passion for STEM fields and preparing students for a future driven by technology.

The requested STEM books and STEM resources serve as essential tools to cultivate a rich and immersive learning environment for students.

Through these resources, students will delve into a world of scientific exploration, technological innovation, engineering challenges, and mathematical problem-solving. The shelves will give me a place to store the books & STEM resources for easy access to students. Plus, a colored printer will give me the opportunity to print real-world photos of animals and provide the students with a way to print their STEM projects. By utilizing these resources, students will benefit in several ways. Firstly, they'll experience hands-on engagement, conducting experiments, and discovering the practical applications of scientific theories. Secondly, these resources foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, challenging students to analyze, question, and innovate. My primary goal for my students is to have them use these resources to foster a deep appreciation for STEM subjects, nurturing curiosity, and instilling confidence in their ability to understand STEM. The resources aim to inspire a lifelong passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, ultimately preparing students to be adept, innovative thinkers and problem solvers in a rapidly evolving world. What makes our students special is their unique curiosity and potential. Excited to see my students thrive with the requested materials and resources.

Mrs. Rivera Ptarmigan Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Anchorage, AK View local requests

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

18 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Way Basics 24.8 H 4 Cubby Bookcase Stackable Organizer and Modern Eco Storage Shelf White (WB-4CUBE-2-WE) • Staples $67.24 1 $67.24
Lakeshore Gingerbread Man Problem Solving STEM Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
Lakeshore The Three Little Pigs Problem Solving STEM Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
HP - DeskJet 4155e Wireless All-In-One Inkjet Printer with 3 months of Instant Ink Included with HP+ - White • Best Buy Education $52.31 1 $52.31
Lakeshore Magnetic Display Shelves • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
We R Memory Keepers A La Cart 3-Shelf Metal Mobile Utility Cart Ash Gray (661317) • Staples $32.82 1 $32.82
Magnetic Wands/Sticks Educational Learning STEM Kits Absorb Sewing Needle, Paper Clips, Bingo Chips Magnet Tool for Science Experiment,Classroom Game, Sensory Bins-12pcs • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Griddly Games Just Add Milk STEM Kit (GRG4000555) • Quill.com $21.99 1 $21.99
Discovery Extreme Weather STEM Science Kit, At-Home STEM Kits For Kids Age 12 And Up, Weather Experiment Kits for Young Scientists, DIY Volcano & Artificial Snow • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Discovery Kids Crystal Aquarium, Includes Growing Magic Rocks, Aquarium & Bonus Poster, DIY Crystal Growing Kit, Rock Science Kit, Cool STEM Gift, Science Kit for Girls and Boys Ages 12+ 4 inches • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
EUDAX Labs Junior Science Magnet Set for Education Science Experiment Tools Icluding Bar/Ring/Horseshoe/Compass Magnets • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Dacefloy Magnetic Bingo Set -100 PCS Multicolour Metal Ringed Chips/Plastic Poker Tokens/Markers/Math Counting/Science Exploration/STEM Kit/Family Game Nights • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$415.26

Vendor shipping charges

$30.52

Sales tax

$6.23

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.23

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$488.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$86.16

Total project goal

$574.40

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$574.40

1 Donor

-$574.40

Donations toward project cost

-$488.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$86.16

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$0.00

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