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Ms. Ross from Alexandria, VA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kids Sky Lab

Help me give my students some new stem materials and projects for the new spring 2025 stem competition.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ross's classroom raised $1,114

This project is fully funded

My Project

Hello,

As a STEM teacher, I have led multiple hands-on projects that students truly enjoy.

However, we are currently running low on project materials and fresh ideas to keep our students engaged.

My STEM students are special in STEM because they’re part of a team that actively competes, meaning they’re not just learning concepts—they’re applying them in real-world challenges. That competitive experience fosters problem-solving, teamwork, and resilience, which sets them apart from students who only engage with STEM in a classroom setting. STEM Kits are designed to introduce students to hands-on STEM learning through engaging, buildable projects. The goals for using these kits in your STEM team could include:

Hands-On Learning – Allow students to explore scientific and engineering concepts through practical application.

Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving – Encourage students to troubleshoot, adapt, and improve their builds.

Teamwork & Collaboration – Foster cooperative learning as students work together to assemble and understand the kits.

STEM Concept Reinforcement – Strengthen knowledge in physics, mechanics, and electrical engineering.

Creativity & Innovation – Inspire students to modify or enhance the basic kits with their own ideas.

Competition Preparation – Build foundational skills that can translate into more advanced STEM challenges

Our STEM program is designed to be interactive, challenging, and fun. We also have a STEM team that competes with other districts in the race to become the "New Engineer of 2025." As we prepare for the spring season, we are looking for new projects to build and compete with.

We would greatly appreciate any support—whether in the form of project ideas, materials, or resources—to help us continue making our STEM club a dynamic and inspiring space for our students.

Looking forward to your support and collaboration.

Best regards,

Rivnee Ross

Ms. Ross Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 IB School Grades 3-5

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More than three‑quarters 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
KiwiCo: Mechanical Claw Classroom Pack (STEM Kits) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $175.00 2 $350.00
Poraxy STEM Kits for Kids Ages 8-10-12, 6 Set Model Car Kits, 3D Wooden Puzzles, Educational Science Experiment Projects Crafts Kits, Building Toys, Gifts for Boys and Girls 8 9 10 11 12 13 Year Old • Amazon Business $22.99 3 $68.97
Foxy Fane 150-Count Holiday Gift Box & Care Package - Variety Pack of 150 Delicious Snacks & Treats • Amazon Business $61.05 1 $61.05
STEM Powered Kits: Graffiti Robot (STEM Kit, STEM supplies ages 10+) - featured resources for Black History Month 2025 • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $18.99 3 $56.97
Poraxy STEM Science Kits for Kids Ages 8-10-12, 5 Set 3D Wooden Puzzles, Toys for Ages 8-13, DIY Educational Science Building Kits Crafts, Birthday Gifts for Boys and Girls 8 9 10 11 12 13 Year Old • Amazon Business $23.99 2 $47.98
Sweet Gifting Christmas Bulk Candy 2lb Assorted Candy Mix - Mixed Candy Bag, & Assorted Candy Variety Pack, Individually Wrapped Christmas Candy & Pinata Candy for Kids' Parties and Birthday Favors • Amazon Business $22.94 2 $45.88
Klutz Lego Gear Bots Science/STEM Activity Kit for 8-12 years • Amazon Business $20.15 2 $40.30
STEM Kits for Kids Crafts 6-8 8-12, Boys Gifts Toys for 6 7 Year Old Boy Birthday Gift Ideas, STEM Toys Craft Kits 6+ 7+ yr, Robotics Science Activities Robot Building Age 8-10 8 9 10 11 12 Years • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
STEM Robotics Science Kits for Kids Age 8-12 8-10, STEM Toys for Boys Girls 6-8, Build Robot Building Kit Science Experiments Engineering Projects STEAM Activities Gifts 6 7 8 Year Old Boy Toys Crafts • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Poraxy 6 Set STEM Kits, Science Kits for Kids Age 5-7 8-12, DIY DC Motor Electric Robotic Experiments Circuit Building Projects, Toys for Ages 8-13, Gifts for 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Year Old Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Poraxy 4 in 1 STEM Kits for Kids Age 8-10, Science STEM Projects for Kids 8-12, 3D Puzzles, Educational Craft Building Toys 8-13, Christmas Birthday Gifts for Girls Boys 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Year Old • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
STEM Kits for Kids Age 8-10-12-14, Science Projects for Kids Ages 8-12, Stem Building Toys for Boys Age 8 9 10 12 13 14, Solar Car & STEM Activities Engineering Kits, Diy Kits for Kids, Gifts for Boys • Amazon Business $12.50 2 $25.00
Poraxy 5 Set STEM Science Kits for Kids Age 8-12, DC Motors Electronic Assembly Robotic STEM Toys for Age s 8-13, Building Experiments Projects Kits, Gifts for Boys and Girls Ages 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
STEM Powered Kits: Electric Wind Car (STEM Kit for elementary, STEM supplies ages 8+) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $17.99 1 $17.99
4 in 1 Solar Power & Electric Motor STEM Kits,Science Experiment Projects for Kids Beginners,Electronic Assembly Solar Powered Toy Kit,DIY Educational Engineering Experiments for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $11.90 1 $11.90

Materials cost

$902.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.54

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$946.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$167.03

Total project goal

$1,113.52

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,113.52

1 Donor

-$556.76

Donations toward project cost

-$473.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$83.51

match offer

-$556.75

Match offer toward project cost

-$473.24

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$83.51

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