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Ms. J from Tohajiilee, NM is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ignite: Hands-On STEM Exploration

Help me give my students STEM Kits to foster their hands-on learning experiences that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. J's classroom raised $1,484

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am deeply inspired by the curiosity, resilience, and diverse perspectives my students bring to the classroom. Each possesses a unique blend of talents and potential waiting to be unlocked. My goal with this project is to harness their innate curiosity and passion for learning by providing hands-on STEM kits tailored to their interests and needs.

The specific items I'm requesting, whether it's robotics kits, coding resources, or science experiment sets, will be catalysts for exploration and discovery.

These resources will enable my students to engage in experiential learning, where they can apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges. They will develop critical thinking skills, creativity, and a deeper understanding of STEM concepts through building, experimenting, and problem-solving.

My students are unique in their eagerness to learn and ability to think outside the box. They thrive when allowed to explore topics hands-on, connecting theory with practice and seeing the relevance of their learning. By providing them with these STEM kits, I aim to empower them to become lifelong learners and innovators equipped to tackle the challenges of the future with confidence and ingenuity.

Ms. J Tohajiilee Community 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.

Tohajiilee, NM 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Thames & Kosmos Roller Coaster Engineering STEM Kit | Design, Build, Experiment w/ Working Roller Coaster Models | Explore Physics, Forces, Motion, Energy, Velocity & More | Solve Building Challenges • Amazon Business $49.95 5 $249.75
Lakeshore Fairy Tales Problem Solving STEM Kits - Set 1 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $189.00 1 $189.00
Snap Circuits Extreme SC-750R Electronics Exploration Kit + Student Training Program with Student Study Guide | Perfect for STEM Curriculum • Amazon Business $184.87 1 $184.87
Poraxy STEM Projects for Kids Ages 8-12, 5 Set STEM Kits, 3D Wooden Puzzles, Boys Toys Age 8-10, DIY Educational Science Building Kits Crafts, Birthday Gifts for Boys and Girls Age 8 9 10 11 12 13 • Amazon Business $23.99 5 $119.95
Teni & Tayo - Build Your Own Solar Powered Car (Captain Nosa STEM Kit) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 5 $100.00
Teni & Tayo - Build Your Own 3D Hologram Projector - STEM Kit Project • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 5 $100.00
STEM Building Toys, Robot Construction Toys for Kids, Compatible with All Major Brands, Educational Toys for Boys and Girls Ages 6-12, STEM Toys Gift • Amazon Business $19.99 5 $99.95
STEM Powered Kits: Electric Wind Car (STEM Kit) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $17.99 5 $89.95
EUDAX DIY Dynamo Lantern Educational STEM Building Toy, Hand Cranked Power Generator,Generators Science Kit, Light Bulb Science Experiments Kits for Kids Age • Amazon Business $9.59 5 $47.95
4 in 1 STEM Kits, STEM Projects for Kids Ages 8-12, Assembly 3D Wooden Puzzles, Building Toys, DIY Educational Science Craft Model Kit, Gift for Boys and Girls 8 9 10 11 12 Years Old • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99

Materials cost

$1,203.41

Vendor shipping charges

$9.45

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$18.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,260.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$222.51

Total project goal

$1,483.42

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,483.42

2 Donors

-$645.46

Donations toward project cost

-$645.46

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Matching donations from our partners

-$724.06

Match offers toward project cost

-$615.45

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$108.61

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$113.90

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$0.00

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