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Ms. St. John from Gonzales TX is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Me Teach My Students About Agriculture

Help me give my students the chance to learn how to grow their own food.

  • 3 donors
  • $203 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! 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

Hydroponics presents an exciting opportunity for my students to engage with the process of growing crops that play a vital role in feeding communities worldwide. With this project, my aim is to demonstrate to my students the simplicity and accessibility of growing their own food through hydroponic techniques. Many of my students come from families with limited financial resources, and it's crucial to provide them with the knowledge and skills to explore alternative methods of food production. By introducing hydroponics in our curriculum, I hope to empower my students to take control of their food sources and cultivate a deeper understanding of sustainable agriculture practices. This hands-on learning experience will not only foster a sense of self-sufficiency but also promote collaboration and teamwork as we work together to nurture our hydroponic crops. Ultimately, my goal is to instill in my students a sense of confidence and capability in growing their own food, regardless of their economic background. Through hydroponics, we can open doors to new possibilities and inspire a lifelong appreciation for healthy, sustainable living.

Ms. St. John
Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Herb Garden Hydroponics Growing System - HidroPony 12 Pods Indoor Gardening System with LED Grow Light, Plants Germination Kit, Auto Timer, Ideal Gardening Gifts for Women • Amazon Business $69.99 2 $139.98

Materials cost

$139.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$172.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$30.37

Total project goal

$202.45

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $202.45

2 Donors

-$101.22

Donations toward project cost

-$86.04

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.18

match offer

-$101.22

Match offer toward project cost

-$86.04

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.18

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 $0.00

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