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Mrs. Shephard-Shabazz from Charlotte NC is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Jaguar Green Initiative: R.O.A.R. for Environmental Health

Help me give my students a comprehensive gardening kit. It'll transform our school environment into a vibrant, sustainable space. From cultivating organic produce to teaching students about environmental stewardship, these tools willempower our community to promote environmental health.

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

As the Media Coordinator at our K-8 IB school, in the heart of Southside Homes in the Queen City of NC, I have the privilege of witnessing the incredible potential within every one of our students. What I love most about them is their resilience, curiosity, and eagerness to learn despite the challenges they face. Despite these obstacles, our students are full of untapped potential, and it's our duty to provide them with the tools and opportunities they need to thrive.

Revitalizing our school garden is a crucial step in supporting positive change within our school community.

By engaging in hands-on learning experiences in the garden, our students will not only develop a deeper understanding of environmental health but also build essential life skills that can benefit them in their future endeavors. The 84 PCS Garden Tools Set, Succulent Tools Set, and Kid Garden Gloves will provide our students with the necessary equipment to actively participate in gardening activities, fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility for their environment.

The Fiskars Square Garden Spade Shovel and the Burpee Natural Purpose Granular Organic Food will help students learn about soil preparation and the importance of organic gardening practices. Additionally, the Hydroponics Growing System Herb Garden will introduce students to innovative gardening techniques, allowing them to explore alternative methods of food production. Last, the Home Grown Culinary Herb Seeds will not only enrich our school garden but also provide students with the opportunity to learn about nutrition and healthy eating habits. By engaging in gardening activities, our students will develop a deeper appreciation for the environment, learn valuable life skills, and contribute to positive change within our school community and beyond.

Mrs. Shephard-Shabazz
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Keter Westwood 150 Gal Plastic Outdoor Patio Deck Box for Backyard Decor, Furniture Cushions, Garden Tools, and Pool Accessories, Dark Gray • Amazon Business $199.99 1 $199.99
Coco Chips (10lbs) - Organic Coco Chips for Plants & Flowers - Compressed Coconut Husk Brick - Mulch Medium with Low EC & pH Balance - High Expansion Coconut Substrate - Coco Husk Mulch for Gardens • Amazon Business $27.90 2 $55.80
Burpee Natural Purpose Granular 4-Lb Organic Food for Growing Strong Plants | Good for Vegetable Garden, Flower Garden & Seed Starting, 4 lb, 4lb. Bag • Amazon Business $15.04 3 $45.12
Hydroponics Growing System Herb Garden - MUFGA 18 Pods Indoor Gardening System with LED Grow Light, Plants Germination Kit(No Seeds) with Pump System, Adjustable Height Up to 17.7" for Home, Black • Amazon Business $44.98 1 $44.98
4 Tier Mini Greenhouse - Portable Greenhouse with Locking Wheels and PVC Cover for Indoor or Outdoor - 27 x 19 x 63-Inch Green House by Home-Complete • Amazon Business $42.95 1 $42.95
Fiskars D-Handle Digging Shovel - Heavy Duty Gardening Tool with 46" Straight D-Handle - Lawn and Yard Tools - Black/Orange • Amazon Business $37.48 1 $37.48
Fiskars Square Garden Spade Shovel - 46" - Steel Flat Shovel with D-Handle - Garden Tool for Digging, Lawn Edging, Pruning - Heavy Duty Weed Puller Tool - Black/Orange • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
K-Brands Tomato Cage - Tomatoes Plant Stakes Support Cages Trellis for Garden and Pots (3 Pack - Extra Tall Upto 68 inches) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
84 PCS Garden Tools Set,10pcs Succulent Tools Set Included 6pcs Large Heavy Duty Aluminum Gardening Hand Tools 12.5IN with Garden Tool Bag,Gloves Sprayer etc.Gardening Gifts for Men Women Garden Gifts • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Delta Education Potting Soil, 4 Liters • School Specialty $5.17 5 $25.85
Joequality Watering Can for Outdoor&Indoor Plants，1 Gallon Metal Plant Watering Can with Detachable Diffuser Spout，Beautiful Galvanized Steel Gardening Tools，Light Blue • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
DICCO Kid Garden Gloves for Age 5 to 11 Children Gardening Protective Gloves for Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
WORKPRO Garden Tool Bag, Garden Tote Storage Bag with 8 Pockets, Home Organizer for Indoor and Outdoor, Tool Kit Holder (Tools NOT Included), 12" x 12" x 6", Great Gardening Gifts • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
HOME GROWN 15 Culinary Herb Seeds - Heirloom & Non GMO - High Germination Rate - Seeds for Planting Indoor Hydroponic or Outdoor Garden | Gardening Gift Men Women Gardeners Basil, Cilantro, Mint • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
Fiskars Bypass Pruning Shears 5/8 inch Garden Clippers - Plant Cutting Scissors with Sharp Precision-Ground Steel Blade • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
60 Packs 3.15 Inch Peat Pots for Seedlings, Biodegradable Seeds Starter Nursery Pots, Holes Round Seed Starter Pots for Plant Vegetables or Gardening Supplies with Bonus 10 Pcs Plant Labels. • Amazon Business $13.20 1 $13.20
Smart Value Set of 3 Foam Kneeling Pads Perfect for Long Gardening Hours (3 Kneeling Pads Assorted Colors) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Raised-Bed Gardening for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know to Start and Sustain a Thriving Garden • Amazon Business $10.22 1 $10.22
Spray Bottles Pack of 5 Water Squirt Bottle 17 oz Adjustable Empty Plastic Storage Container for Cleaning Solutions, Gardening, Pets, Plants, Hair Misting, Leak Proof, BPA Free, 5 Colors • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
11 Heirloom Seeds for Planting Vegetables and Fruits, 4800 Survival Seed Vault and Doomsday Prepping Supplies, Gardening Seeds Variety Pack, Vegetable Seeds for Planting Home Garden Non GMO… • Amazon Business $9.90 1 $9.90
2 Reels 328 Feet (100m) Twist Tie, Green Coated Garden Plant Ties with Cutter for Gardening and Office Organization, Home • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
Gardening Calender: Plant Your Fruits and Vegetables at the Right Time!: (Gardening For Beginners, Gardening Books) (Organic Gardening) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
30" X 30" Large Plant Repotting Mat for Indoor Plants Potting Soil, Foldable Waterproof Plant Repotting/Potting Tray, Potting Mat for House Plants Succulents Gardening Tools Gifts for Gardener • Amazon Business $8.79 1 $8.79
Fiskars FiberComp Garden Trowel, Plastic, Black - Steel - Elementary-Middle School - Kids - Lightweight - Durable • School Specialty $2.39 3 $7.17
100 PCS Plastic Plant Labels, Premium Garden Tags, Waterproof Greenhouse Markers, Vegetable Seeds for Gardening Outdoors Signs, Supplies for Florist Planting Indoor, with Bonus a Pen. • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Sow Right Seeds - Coleus Rainbow Mix Seeds for Planting - Beautiful Flowers to Plant in a Home Garden - Indoors or Outdoors - Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds - Attractive & Colorful - Great Gardening Gift (2) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Mammoth Sunflower Seeds for Planting - Grow Giant Sun Flowers in Your Garden - 50 Non GMO Heirloom Seeds - Full Planting Instructions for Easy Grow - Great Gardening Gifts (1 Packet) • Amazon Business $6.48 1 $6.48
300 pcs 5 inches Black Plastic Twist Ties, Cable Ties, for Bags, Gardening Tools • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
984 Ft Natural Jute Twine, 2mm Thin White Cotton Rope for Crafts, Art, Gardening, Gift Wrapping, Decoration, Packing - 3 Rolls • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
SZHLUX SZ-DZ-B Moisture Meter Soil Hygrometer Sensor Care, for Potted Plants, Gardening, Lawn (No Battery Needed), Black • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$772.05

Vendor shipping charges

 $63.05

Sales tax

 $60.22

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$936.90

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$165.34

Total project goal

$1,102.24

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,102.24

2 Donors

-$150.00

Donations toward project cost

-$127.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.50

Young Sheldon on CBS match offer

-$150.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$127.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.50

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $802.24

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