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Mrs. Sirmans from Lakeland, GA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Innovate and Elevate: STEM Challenges for the Gifted Mind

Help me give my students these STEM kits. These STEM resources will help students reach immense academic gains and thrive to reach their fullest potential.

  • $997 goal

This project expired on December 20, 2024.

This project expired on December 20, 2024.

My Project

The specific items I am requesting—such as advanced science kits, engineering materials, and technology tools—will provide our gifted students with hands-on experiences that go beyond the standard curriculum. These resources will allow them to engage in complex problem-solving activities, experiment with real-world applications of STEM concepts, and develop critical thinking skills. By working with these materials, students can deepen their understanding of advanced topics, foster creativity, and cultivate a passion for learning that can shape their future educational and career paths.

The primary goal of this project is to provide our gifted students with opportunities to explore STEM in a more immersive and challenging way.

We aim to inspire innovation by offering activities that require them to think critically, collaborate, and apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems. We want to create an environment where students can push their intellectual boundaries, develop leadership skills, and build confidence in their abilities. Ultimately, our goal is to prepare these students to excel in high school, college, and beyond by equipping them with the tools and experiences necessary for success.

Our gifted students are a unique and dynamic group with an insatiable curiosity and a deep love of learning. Despite coming from a Title I school, where resources are often limited, they consistently rise to the challenge, demonstrating resilience, creativity, and a strong desire to excel. They are eager to tackle new challenges and explore complex concepts, and they thrive in an environment that encourages them to think critically and solve problems in innovative ways. Their enthusiasm for learning, combined with their potential to become future leaders in STEM fields, makes them truly special and deserving of the best possible educational experiences.

Mrs. Sirmans Lanier County Middle School Grades 6-8

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Lakeland, GA View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 30 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Carolina STEM Challenge: Physical Science Set • Carolina Biological Supply Company $490.50 1 $490.50
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 1 $49.95
Thames & Kosmos Structural Engineering: Bridges & Skyscrapers | Science & Engineering Kit | Build 20 Models | Learn about Force, Load, Compression, Tension | Parents' Choice Gold Award Winner, Blue • Amazon Business $40.99 1 $40.99
Discovery Extreme Chemistry STEM Science Kit, At-Home STEM Kits For Kids, Chemistry Experiments, Chemistry Activities for Birthday Parties, Sleepovers, Science Set For Kids Ages 8, 9, 10 • Amazon Business $18.37 2 $36.74
Thames & Kosmos WindBots 6-in-1 Engineering STEM Kit | Build 6 Wind-Powered Bots, No Batteries/Electricity Required | Explore Wind Technology, Gear Ratios & More | Full-Color Manual & Experiment Guide • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
12-in-1 Stem Kit Toy for Kids - 152 Piece Construction Building Set and Education Learning Engineering Play Kit Idea for Boys and Girls, Building Toys for Kids Ages 4-8 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Years Old • Amazon Business $28.49 1 $28.49
6 Set STEM Kits, DC Motor Electronic Robotic for Kids Age 8-12, STEM Projects, DIY Science Experiments Circuit Building Kits, Electric Robot Toy, Gift for 8 9 10 11 12 Year Old Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $20.89 1 $20.89
STEM Powered Kits: Graffiti Robot (STEM Kit) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $18.99 1 $18.99
E-BLOX Build Your Own Sound Activated Dancing Lights STEM Kit, Reacts to Voice & Dances to Music, Building Blocks Circuit Toy Set for Kids, Birthday Gift, Boys, Girls, 5+ • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
STEM Powered Kits: Electric Wind Car (STEM Kit) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $17.99 1 $17.99

Materials cost

$753.48

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$51.99

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.30

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$846.77

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.43

Total project goal

$996.20

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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