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Mrs. Pattioay from Kailua Kona, HI is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hawaii Culture in Class

Help me give my students a classroom inspired by the climate and culture around us.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Pattioay's classroom raised $305

This project is fully funded

My Project

Integrating the cultural aspects of my surroundings into the classroom creates a powerful learning environment. Students feel a sense of belonging when their backgrounds and the community's cultures are reflected in lessons. This fosters engagement and allows them to see the relevance of what they're learning. Furthermore, incorporating cultural viewpoints enriches understanding and ignites creativity.

For example, planting marigolds can be a fun way to tie in cultural practices.

In some cultures, marigolds hold symbolic meaning or are used in traditional medicine. Planting them in the classroom can spark discussions about these cultural connections while also offering a hands-on science lesson about plant growth. By connecting environmental science, history, or literature to local practices, concepts become more meaningful.

Mrs. Pattioay Kealakehe Intermediate School Grades 6-8

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.

Kailua Kona, HI 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

200 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Artificial Monstera Leaf Vines whit Light 2Pcs, 5.9FT Fake Hanging Plant Ivy Palm Leaves Greenery Vine Faux Tropical Palm Garland for Garden Porch Patio Jungle Luau Party Birthday Indoor Outdoor Décor • Amazon Business $20.69 4 $82.76
Monstera Leaf String Lights 2 Pack, 20 LED Tropical Artificial Rattan Palm Leaves Wall Hanging Vine Leaf, Summer Decoration for Outdoor Indoor Hawaiian Luau Party Jungle Beach Theme Party Decorations • Amazon Business $14.81 4 $59.24
Miracle-Gro Performance Organics All Purpose Container Mix, Feeds for Up to 3 Months, For Container Gardening, 6 qt. (3-Pack) • Amazon Business $22.99 2 $45.98
Ecjiuyi Fish Net Decorative,Photo Hanging Display Frames,Nautical Sea Ocean Themed Baby Shower Birthday Pirate Party Decorations, Bathroom Wall Home Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
NatureZ Edge, Marigold Seeds, Marigold Seeds for Planting Outdoors, 1 Ounce 10,000 Seeds, Hawaiian and Cracker Jack Marigold Seeds, Marigolds Seeds, African Marigold Seeds, Giant Marigolds Seeds Bulk • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
PULAIXIN Ergonomic Hawaii Palm Leaves Mouse Pad Wrist Support & Keyboard Set Memory Foam Non-Slip Rubber Base Cute Mouse Mat Coaster for Home,Computer,Office Easy Typing and Relieve Wrist Pain • Amazon Business $8.39 1 $8.39

Materials cost

$216.35

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$9.52

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$259.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$45.73

Total project goal

$304.85

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$304.85

1 Donor

-$129.56

Donations toward project cost

-$129.56

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$152.42

Match offer toward project cost

-$129.56

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.86

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$22.86

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

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