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Ms. Johnson from Las Vegas, NV is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Launching Dreams

Help me give my students in fifth grade light covers, bulletin board paper, pillows and pillowcases, and other items for the best classroom space decorations!

  • $450 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

Help us transform our 5th grade classroom into an outer space wonderland! My name is Mrs. Begin, and I will be a new 5th grade teacher (24/25) with a passion for creating an inspiring and engaging learning environment for my students. I am reaching out to you with a heartfelt request to support our mission of transforming our classroom into a captivating outer space wonderland.

Imagine stepping into a classroom that sparks the curiosity and imagination of young minds, where every corner is a gateway to the vast wonders of outer space.

Our goal is to create an immersive and educational experience that goes beyond traditional learning methods, creating a space that they love to be in. Outer space represents the limitless possibilities that await our students as they embark on their educational journey. By transforming our classroom into a cosmic realm, we aim to ignite a sense of wonder and curiosity, making learning an adventure that goes beyond textbooks and conventional methods.

Your generous donation will directly contribute to the purchase of materials and resources needed to bring our outer space theme to life. With ceiling decorations, cozy sitting areas, Fun LED lighting, and glow in the dark art, every dollar raised will be invested in creating a visually stimulating and educational environment that is fun for our students.

Ms. Johnson Herbert A Derfelt Elementary School 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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Las Vegas, NV View local requests

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

40 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
6 Pack Fluorescent Light Covers for Ceiling Light, Outer space universe nebula star cluster bright Astronomy Light Filters for Classroom Office Home, 4' x 2' Decorative Magnetic Light Cover • Amazon Business $43.99 3 $131.97
Teacher Created Resources Night Sky Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98
Qupace 11 Piece Planet Space Pillows Case for Lovers Room Home Planetarium Round Pillow Covers Space Decor Outer Space Room Decor Cushion Cover Moon Throw Pillowcovers for Kids • Amazon Business $34.20 1 $34.20
SFOUR Star Projector,Galaxy Night Light,Astronaut Starry Nebula Ceiling LED Lamp with Timer and Remote, Gift for Kids Adults for Bedroom, Birthdays,Christmas, Valentine's Day.(White) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Amazon Basics Kids Space Rockets Decorative Pillow - Spaceship, Polyester, Assorted, 16.5" x 4" • Amazon Business $13.97 2 $27.94
PIZHLO 50 Foot Black Light Strips & Remote, 900 LEDs Dimmable Flexible Blackights Strip Lights for Glow Party Body Paint Birthday Bedroom Room Fluorescent Tapestry Poster, Non-Waterproof • Amazon Business $23.69 1 $23.69
Onforu 15W LED Black Light Bulbs, A19 E26 Blacklight Bulb 120W Equivalent, Purple Bulb 385-400nm, Glow in The Dark for Halloween, Black Light Party, Body Paint, Fluorescent Poster, 6 Pack • Amazon Business $23.39 1 $23.39
Bestylez Kids Space Gifts Astronaut Decor Outer Space Decor For Boy's Room, Bedroom, Nursery, Bathroom - Astronaut Parking Only Sign, 8 x 12 Inch (936) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Giant Jumbo Green Alien Inflate Party Favor (1) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
36 Inch Green Alien Inflate One Piece • Amazon Business $5.76 1 $5.76

Materials cost

$346.89

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$382.09

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.43

Total project goal

$449.52

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $449.52

2 Donors

-$212.95

Donations toward project cost

-$197.95

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

match offer

-$216.64

Match offer toward project cost

-$184.14

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$19.93

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