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Mrs. Dennis from Waianae, HI is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Our Kindergarteners Soar with STEM!

Help me give my students materials to spark their love for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), including airplanes, kites and puppets.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Dennis's classroom raised $198

This project is fully funded

My Project

I have the privilege of teaching young learners and fostering a love for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in our classrooms. As an educator, I am always looking for ways to engage my students in hands-on learning experiences that inspire curiosity and critical thinking.

This year, we are excited to explore the wonders of wind and aerodynamics through interactive STEM lessons.

To bring these concepts to life, we are seeking donations for materials such as kites, toy airplanes, and puppets. These tools will allow our students to experiment with wind forces, design and test their own flying creations, and use storytelling to reinforce their understanding of scientific principles.

Kites and airplanes will provide a dynamic way for students to observe lift, drag, and flight mechanics firsthand. Additionally, puppets will be a creative tool for students to retell and reflect on their STEM learning, strengthening both their comprehension and communication skills. These materials will not only enrich our science curriculum but also help our young learners develop problem-solving abilities and a deeper appreciation for the world around them.

We would be incredibly grateful for any support you can provide to help make this learning experience possible.

Mrs. Dennis Makaha 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.

Waianae, HI 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

25 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Teacher Created Resources Pink Plastic Book Bin, Pack of 6 • Amazon Business $35.94 1 $35.94
Gejoy 10 Pieces 12 Inch Wooden Snakes Unfinished Wiggly Jointed Flexible Wood Snakes to Paint Blank Canvas Animal Model for Arts and Crafts Halloween Birthday Party Supplies • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
Libima 144 Pcs Foam Airplanes Toy for Kids Bulk Glider Planes Outdoor Flying Toys Airplane Party Favors Individually Wrapped Foam Plane Kit for Birthday Party Carnival Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
6PCS Hand Puppets - Hand Puppet Making kit Sock Arts and Crafts Kit for Family, Classroom, Party, DIY、Storytelling, Dramatic Play, Interactive Games and Role-Play • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
SGftre 3 Piece Set Butterfly Delta Octopus Kites for Kids and Adults,Easy to Fly for Outdoor Adults Children Line Kite for Kids Toy (Gradient Grassland Rainbow+Octopus Red+Blue Dreamy Butterfly, 3) • Amazon Business $20.41 1 $20.41

Materials cost

$130.29

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$5.73

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.95

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$167.97

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$29.64

Total project goal

$197.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$197.61

1 Donor

-$197.61

Donations toward project cost

-$167.97

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.64

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$0.00

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