Help me give my students the necessary tools for exploring the engineering behind boomilever and glider builds as well as the opportunity to create successful circuit labs at Science Olympiad!
My learners are some of the most motivated young scientists and engineers I have had the privilege to work with. This group is made up of sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students who consistently think outside the box, and are not at all afraid to try new things, regardless of the outcome. Students are excited to work with peers they normally wouldn't collaborate with in the regular academic setting, which allows them to stretch each other, both academically and socially...it's a win win!
Our school of just under 600 students is located in a rural setting, with 100% of our population qualifying for free and reduced lunches.
That said, these students simply refuse to allow socio-economic challenges to dampen their curiosity or drive. They continue to ask the absolute best of themselves, as well as their peers. Nothing beats seeing a shy, reserved student from the regular classroom come to life when given the opportunity to explore their interests in science.
When I am in the room surrounded by these students, I am in awe of their positivity, their collaborative spirits, their drive, and the sheer limitlessness of their futures. They hold our futures in the palms of their hands!
My Project
Team members will work to widen their topic knowledge, from fossils to crime busting, and build boomilevers, elastic launch gliders and mousetrap vehicles that will out muscle and out fly the best of them!
Students will compete in a wide variety of STEM events, requiring them to research, collaborate, build, and test structures, vehicles, and prepare study packets needed for Science Olympiad.
Team members will need to use their knowledge of various scientific theories, basic engineering, data collection, and organizational skills to compete against their local peers at the first levels of competition. With proper tools and materials, students have the opportunity to fully explore areas they might not otherwise have access to.
Pitsco Education 52734 Balsa Wood, 1/8" x 1/8" x 36" (Pack of 50)
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$19.18
2
$38.36
Pitsco Education 18818 Timber Cutter
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$34.45
1
$34.45
JETFIRE TWIN PACK (2 PACKS) = 4 PLANES by Guillow
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$12.45
2
$24.90
24 Pack of Safety Glasses (24 Protective Goggles in 6 Different Colors) Crystal Clear Eye Protection - Perfect for Construction, Shooting, Lab Work, and More!
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$19.99
1
$19.99
Alvin, Professional Self-Healing Cutting Mats, 8.5 x 12 Inches
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$8.98
2
$17.96
Gorilla Super Glue Gel, 20 Gram, Clear
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$5.53
3
$16.59
Bob Smith Industries BSI-157H Maxi Cure/Insta-Set Combo Pack (3 oz. Combined)
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$12.00
1
$12.00
1 Inch Wooden Cubes, Box 50 Unfinished Birch Cubes, Wooden Square Baby Blocks, for Puzzle Making, Crafts, and DIY Projects by Woodpeckers
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$10.79
1
$10.79
Victor M154 Metal Pedal Mouse Trap, Pack of 12
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$9.35
1
$9.35
4 Pieces Craft Knife Hobby Knife with 40 Pieces Stainless Steel Blades Kit for Cutting Carving Scrapbooking Art Creation (Color Set 1)
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$8.99
1
$8.99
EMMAKITES White Ripstop Nylon Fabric 60"x36"(WxL) 48g (Sq M) of Water Repellent Dustproof Airtight PU Coating - Excellent Fabric for Kites Inflatable Skydancer Flag Tarp Cover Tent Stuff Sack
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$8.95
1
$8.95
Loctite Super Glue Ultra Gel Control, 4-Gram Bottle (1739050)
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$3.97
2
$7.94
Mudder 100 Pack Wig T-Pins 2 Inch with Plastic Box, Silver
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$6.97
1
$6.97
Revlon Compact Emery Board 10 ea (Pack of 2)
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$4.90
1
$4.90
Materials cost
$409.57
Vendor shipping charges
$13.84
Sales tax
$31.95
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.14
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$491.50
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$86.74
Total project goal
$578.24
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$578.24
10 Donors
-$548.82
Donations toward project cost
-$470.25
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$78.57
match offer
-$25.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$21.25
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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