Help me give my students whiteboards, science supplies, and a supply container to motivate and excite hands-on learning in my classroom this year!
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Ono's classroom raised $997
This project is fully funded
My Students
My students are so ready to come back to school for in-person learning this year! Many of my students have been away from our school due to COVID-19 for almost a year and a half now. Learning all of the time on a computer for math and science last year was really hard and not very engaging for them. My students however, have powered through and are still positive and eager to learn.
Teaching in a school where almost 65% of the student population is on a free/reduced lunch status poses some challenges.
Regardless of the obstacles they may face, I want to ensure they receive the best education possible.
This year, giving my students the opportunity to do hands-on experiments and activities while still keeping socially distant for protection will engage, challenge, and motivate my students to love learning and being in school again.
My Project
My students are looking forward to returning back to school, especially to doing hands-on activities in science. In the last 1 1/2 years, having to do science through distance learning has been very challenging and not too interactive for my students. Science should be a fun time to explore and observe and ask questions. Hands-on activities are the most engaging and fun way to learn science.
However, the classroom that I was assigned to this year is an empty and bare classroom.
All I have are the basic student supplies that were purchased from the school. There is no money left over to purchase additional science materials for the 2 classes that I plan to teach.
I plan to use the Mystery Science program as a base for my science program this year. It is a very engaging and hands-on program that my students enjoy using.
Mystery Science uses mostly basic everyday household supplies. In the past, I would be able to ask for donations to fulfill this need. Previously we could also share many of the supplies. However, due to COVID-19, each student now needs their own material kit.
I teach 2 separate classes of 5th grade science and math. Since my school has about 65% of our student population on free/reduced status, it is very difficult to ask our parents to donate the necessary materials my students need to do the hands-on activities.
I want to give my students the excitement and wonder of conducting and exploring through science experiments rather than by just reading information from a textbook or watching experiments being done through video. I believe hands-on activities will excite, inspire, and motivate all of my students to succeed no matter what their socioeconomic background may be.
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
Storex Letter Size Flat Storage Tray – Organizer Bin for Classroom, Office and Home, Assorted Colors, 5-Pack (62514E05C)
• Amazon Business
$21.63
5
$108.15
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on Teachers Pay Teachers
• Teachers Pay Teachers
$100.00
1
$100.00
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on Teachers Pay Teachers
• Teachers Pay Teachers
$100.00
1
$100.00
Dry Erase Lapboards - Pack of 48 Whiteboard Set - 9x12 - Student Single Sided - Improve Children's Classroom Learning with Reusable, Durable, Portable White Boards
• Amazon Business
$59.99
1
$59.99
Stock Your Home Plastic Juice Bottles 8 Oz with Lids, Juice Drink Containers with Caps for Juicing Smoothie Drinking Cold Beverages, 8 Oz Bottles with Caps, 48 Count
• Amazon Business
$39.99
1
$39.99
IRIS USA TB Clear Plastic Storage Bin Tote Organizing Container with Durable Lid and Secure Latching Buckles, 12 Qt, 6 Count
• Amazon Business
$38.44
1
$38.44
EVEREADY LED Flashlight Multi-Pack, Bright and Durable, Super Long Battery Life, Use for Emergencies, Camping, Outdoor, Batteries Included , Red,Blue,Bright White, 6.2" x 3.9" x 2.8"
• Amazon Business
$11.05
3
$33.15
24 Pack of Kids Safety Glasses (24 Protective Goggles in 6 Different Colors) Crystal Clear Eye Protection - Specially Designed to Fit Children, Perfect for Nerf Parties
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$24.99
1
$24.99
Blue Dry Erase Markers, Shuttle Art 60 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Markers with Erase,Fine Point Dry Erase Markers Perfect For Writing on Whiteboards, Dry-Erase Boards,Mirrors for School Office Home
• Amazon Business
$20.98
1
$20.98
25 Pack Wooden Ruler 12 Inch Rulers Bulk Wood Measuring Ruler Office Ruler 2 Scale
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$9.99
2
$19.98
SunWorks Construction Paper, Bright White, 12" x 18", 100 Sheets
• Amazon Business
$7.99
2
$15.98
Magnetic Clips 1.5 inch, 12 Pack Heavy Duty Magnet Metal Clips for Hanging, Strong Magnet Clips for Whiteboard, Fridge, Classroom, Refrigerator
• Amazon Business
$13.99
1
$13.99
Exquisite 9 Inch. Yellow plastic plates - Solid Color Disposable Plates - 50 Count
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Amazon Basics Plastic Cups, Translucent, 9 Ounce, Pack of 100
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Ziploc Freezer Bags, Easy Open Tabs, Gallon, 60 Count
• Amazon Business
$8.76
1
$8.76
Paper Plates Uncoated 9 Inch, 200 Count
• Amazon Business
$8.49
1
$8.49
SunWorks Construction Paper, Bright White, 12" x 18", 100 Sheets
• Amazon Business
$7.99
1
$7.99
Farberware Color Measuring Spoons, Mixed Colors, Set of 5
• Amazon Business
$7.23
1
$7.23
Crafjie Craft Foam Balls 56-Pack 2 Inches in Diamete, Smooth and Durable Styrofoam Balls, for DIY Crafting and Decoration, White
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$6.99
1
$6.99
Glue Dots 08248 ROLL Removable 1.5IN 200CT Acid Free, Multicolor
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$5.99
1
$5.99
Mr. Pen- Binder Clips, Small Binder Clips, 50 Pack, 0.75 inch, Black, Small Clips, Paper Binder Clips, Binder Clips Small Size,Small Paper Clips, Office Clips, Micro Binder Clips, Mini Binder Clips
• Amazon Business
$5.99
1
$5.99
The Original Duck Tape Brand 394475 Duct Tape, 1-Pack 1.88 Inch x 60 Yard Silver
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100M/328 Feet Cotton String Twines,Cotton Cord,Heavy Duty Packing String For DIY Crafts And Gift Wrapping (white)
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$4.99
1
$4.99
S & L Straw Company - Colored Plastic Drinking Straws - Disposable Kid Friendly, Colorful Party Fun Straws (Clear, 250)
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$4.99
1
$4.99
Elmer's Tac 'N Stik Reusable Adhesive
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$4.62
1
$4.62
Chef-O-Van Food Coloring, Blue, 2 Oz
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$4.49
1
$4.49
Spice Supreme Assorted Food Colors Red Blue Green Yellow - 4 Color Cake Liquid Variety Kit for Baking , Decorating ,Fondant , Cooking, and Slime Making - .30 fl. oz.Bottles
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Glad Medium Square Food Storage Containers for Everyday Use | Medium Square Food Storage Containers Hold up to 25 Ounces of Food (25 Oz) |5 Count, Standard Food Containers
• Amazon Business
$3.48
1
$3.48
ACCO Brass Paper Fasteners, 3/4", Plated, 1 Box, 100 Fasteners/Box (71703)
• Amazon Business
$2.83
1
$2.83
Polished Box Nails (6D x 2") - 30 Pieces
• Amazon Business
$1.19
1
$1.19
Crayola, 1 Pack of 12 chalk, White
• Amazon Business
$0.99
1
$0.99
Materials cost
$762.72
Vendor shipping charges
$17.98
Sales tax
$24.76
3rd party payment processing fee
$11.44
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$846.90
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$149.45
Total project goal
$996.35
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$996.35
1 Donor
-$996.35
Donations toward project cost
-$846.90
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