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Ms. Stutts from Greeley, CO is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Learning Life Skills Through Cooking

Help me give my students resources to assist in their life skills learning.

  • $864 goal

This project expired on January 24, 2024.

This project expired on January 24, 2024.

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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

Cooking is a valuable life skill that empowers individuals to nourish themselves and foster independence.

For students with autism, learning to cook can be an essential step towards self-sufficiency.

A new mini fridge, cooking pots and pans, cookbooks, and a Ninja blender can significantly enhance their cooking journey.

The mini fridge provides students with autism the ability to store fresh ingredients independently. It fosters responsibility and organization skills by allowing them to plan meals, shop for groceries, and safely store item. The mini fridge serves as a reliable tool to maintain ingredients at the right temperature, ensuring food safety while minimizing dependence on caregivers or family members. This newfound control over their food storage can boost their self-esteem and reduce anxiety associated with meal preparation.

The cooking pots and pans offer students the opportunity to explore a wide range of culinary techniques. Essential kitchen tools enable them to experiment with different recipes, learn cooking methods, and gain a sense of accomplishment as they prepare their own meals. Moreover, cooking fosters sensory integration, a key concern for individuals with autism, as it exposes them to various textures, smells, and tastes By using pots and pans, students can engage in sensory-rich cooking experiences aiding in their sensory development and motor skills.

Ms. Stutts Greeley West High School Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than 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

Never Before Funded 30 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Frigidaire 4.4 Cu. Ft. Compact Refrigerator Black Stainless Steel • Amazon Business $266.56 1 $266.56
T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized Nonstick Cookware Set 17 Piece Pots and Pans, Dishwasher Safe Black • Amazon Business $199.99 1 $199.99
Ninja BN701 Professional Plus Blender, 1400 Peak Watts, 3 Functions for Smoothies, Frozen Drinks & Ice Cream with Auto IQ, 72-oz.* Total Crushing Pitcher & Lid, Dark Grey • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
TWISTED ENVY Case of 12 11 oz. LIGHT BLUE Inner and Handle- Ceramic Sublimation Mugs - Professional Grade Sublimation Mug- Sublimation Series - Cardboard Box with Foam Supports • Amazon Business $66.99 1 $66.99
The Ultimate Cookbook for Teen Chefs: 1000 Days of Easy Step-by-step Recipes and Essential Techniques to Inspire Young CooksFull Color Pictures Version • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
KitchenAid KE166OSAQA Classic Plastic Colander, 5-Quart, Aqua Sky • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
The How-To Cookbook for Teens: 100 Easy Recipes to Learn the Basics • Amazon Business $14.21 1 $14.21
FINDMAG Kitchen Conversion Chart Magnet - Imperial & Metric to Standard Conversion Chart Decor Cooking Measurements for Food - Measuring Weight, Liquid, Temperature • Amazon Business $4.95 1 $4.95

Materials cost

$693.67

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.41

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$734.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$129.54

Total project goal

$863.62

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