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Ms. Tentinger from Charlotte, NC is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Tentinger's classroom raised $404

It's Not Magic, It's Science

Help me give my students engaging, hands-on materials that will spark curiosity, inspire discovery, and foster a lifelong love of science.

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Ms. Tentinger Charlotte Laboratory School
Charlotte, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

My second-grade scientists are eager, curious learners who thrive when they can explore concepts with their own hands. Through this project, students will use magnet sets to discover the exciting world of force and motion and learn that what may seem like magic is actually science in action. These hands-on experiences will allow my students to investigate, question, and make meaningful connections that bring learning to life. Many of my learners benefit most from interactive materials that help them see and experience scientific concepts firsthand. By providing these magnet sets, you are giving young children the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills, spark their natural curiosity, and build a lifelong love of science. Your generosity will help create unforgettable moments of discovery and wonder as students realize that they, too, can be scientists. Thank you for investing in my students and inspiring the next generation of curious minds.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Half of students from low‑income households

80 students impacted 5 donors
Ms. Tentinger Charlotte Laboratory School Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Charlotte, NC View local requests

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

80 students impacted 5donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Super Floating Magnets Set • Carolina Biological Supply Company $18.85 6 $113.10
Dowling Classroom Attractions Level 1 Magnet Kit • Nasco $76.49 1 $76.49
Delta Education Horseshoe Magnet Set, 6.3x9.15x1.25 - Adult • School Specialty $44.02 1 $44.02
Dowling Magnets Iron Filings Variety Laboratory Science Science Resources Grades 1+ Pack of 3 • Staples $15.29 1 $15.29
Iron Filings (20 Mesh) Lg 500g • Ward's Science $9.05 1 $9.05

Materials cost

$257.95

Vendor shipping charges

 $31.05

Sales tax

 $20.12

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$342.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$60.53

Total project goal

$403.52

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $403.52

2 Donors

-$378.52

Donations toward project cost

-$321.74

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$56.78

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

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 $0.00

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