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Ms. Sanchez from San Antonio, TX is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Inspiring Scientist With Incentives and Learning Tools

Help me give my students the tools to explore science through hands on learning and the motivation to stay engaged with meaningful incentives that celebrate their hard work.

  • $418 goal

This project expired on November 17, 2025.

This project expired on November 17, 2025.

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

The science materials, classroom supplies, and incentives I'm requesting will have a significant impact by creating a more hands-on and engaging learning experience. It will be my first time teaching 5th grade, and the students first time taking a state science test. They learn better through labs. Science should be exciting, not just something students read about.

Students explore and discover through hands-on experience.

The science supplies (science project materials, flashlights, composition books, pencils, cloths, and plastic cups) will enable my students to explore, experiment, and gain a deeper understanding of the 5th-grade science. The classroom supplies (black history month banners and homework folders) are put to use every single day. They are essential in everyday learning to support my students.

The incentives, like the stickers, pens, and bookmarks, will help encourage positive academic effort, participation, and behavior. When students know their hard work is recognized and celebrated, they're more motivated to try, even when things get challenging. This helps with class management and expectations.

Ms. Sanchez Artemisia Bowden Academy Grades 3-5

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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.

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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

20 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Meet the Standards Properties of Matter Kit - Gr. 5 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
Homework Folders - 12 Pieces - Educational and Learning Activities for Kids • Amazon Business $19.98 2 $39.96
hand2mind Magnetic Force Science Lab Kit (90740) • Quill.com $36.35 1 $36.35
yikosam 20 Pack of Flashlights 9 LED Mini Aluminum Flashlight Bulk with Lanyard 60 AAA Batteries Included Assorted Colors Handheld Flashlights for Hurricane Supplies Camping, Night Reading, Cycling • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Oxford Composition Notebooks, School Supplies, Notebooks for School, College Ruled Paper, 9-3/4 x 7-1/2 Inches, School Comp Book, Black Marble Covers, 100 Lined Sheets, 12 per Pack (63796) • Amazon Business $19.42 1 $19.42
26 Pack Multicolor Pen in one - 6-in-1, Fun Pens for Kids, Cute Animal Pens, Suitable for Office & School Supplies, Kids Party Favors (6 couleurs) • Amazon Business $16.89 1 $16.89
Teacher Created Resources? 17" x 22" Ecosystems Teaching Poster Set (MC-P059) • Quill.com $15.83 1 $15.83
Flat Plug Power Strip with USB Ports - 10FT Extension Cord with 3 Outlets and 3 USB Charging Ports, Wall Mount, No Surge Protection for Cruise Ship Travel, Desk Accessories for Dorm Room Essentials • Amazon Business $15.19 1 $15.19
Uline Plastic Cups with Lids - 4 oz, Pkg of 25 • Blick Art Materials $4.66 3 $13.98
We're Not Weird: Structure and Function in the Animal Kingdom • Amazon Business $13.02 1 $13.02
Teacher Created Resources Physical Science Basics 4-Pack Poster Set - Grades 4-12 - Adult • School Specialty $11.99 1 $11.99
Keadic 20Pcs Physics Electronic Science Experiment Kit Includes Single Pole Single Throw Switches, Circuit Wire, D Battery Holder, DIY Practice Circuit Experiment Parallel Series Circuit for School • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Things Kids Should Know About Black History: Educational Children's book For Black History Month (Holiday Books for Kids) • Amazon Business $9.25 1 $9.25
100PCS Sports Stickers for Water Bottles, Sport Theme Stickers for Kids Boys Teens Include Volleyball Softball Football Basketball, Vinyl Stickers for Hydroflask Skateboard Laptop School Rewards • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97
Only Zest Bookmarks for Kids - 40 Pcs Bulk Fun Book Marks for Reading, Cool Unique Bookmarks with 20 Styles, Thanksgiving Classroom Favors, Cute Gifts for Book Lovers (Zoo) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
YEEHAW 100 Pack 3 oz Bathroom Plastic Cups, Disposable Mouthwash Cups, Samll Plastic Cup 3 oz for Cold Beverages, Ideal for Party, Tasting and Drinking • Amazon Business $5.02 1 $5.02

Materials cost

$305.83

Vendor shipping charges

$14.15

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$354.57

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$62.57

Total project goal

$417.14

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

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