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Ms. Norton from Shreveport, LA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Humans vs. Chimps - Who Has the Bigger Brain?

Help me give my students hands on access to exploring the evolution of Homo sapien ancestors.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Norton's classroom raised $911

This project is fully funded

My Project

Greetings and welcome to our initiative to enhance the learning experience of our students by delving into the evolution of Homo sapiens through the use of prehistoric skull models.

By contributing to our cause, you are supporting the acquisition of prehistoric skull models that will serve as invaluable educational tools for our students.

These models will provide a hands-on experience, allowing students to closely examine and understand the physical characteristics that have evolved in Homo sapiens over time.

Your donation will directly impact the quality of education our students receive. Through these prehistoric skull models, students will have the opportunity to study and compare different hominid species, gaining a deeper understanding of human evolution. This tangible learning experience will not only enhance their scientific knowledge but also foster a lasting appreciation for the fascinating history of our species.

Your generous donation, no matter the amount, will bring us one step closer to acquiring these essential teaching tools. Together, we can inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a passion for learning in the minds of our students.

Let's join forces to make a difference in education by providing our students with the resources they need to succeed. Your support is crucial in creating a dynamic learning environment that encourages exploration and understanding of the world around us.

Thank you for considering our cause. Together, we can ignite a love for learning and empower the next generation of thinkers and innovators!

Ms. Norton Captain Shreve High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Shreveport, LA View local requests

Nearly all 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

65 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
EISCO Prehistoric Skulls Model, Set of 6 - Middle-High School - Adult • School Specialty $618.67 1 $618.67

Materials cost

$618.67

Vendor shipping charges

 $61.87

Sales tax

 $54.13

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.28

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$773.95

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$136.58

Total project goal

$910.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $910.53

1 Donor

-$455.26

Donations toward project cost

-$386.97

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$68.29

match offer

-$455.27

Match offer toward project cost

-$386.98

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$68.29

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 $0.00

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