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Mrs. Morris-O'Hearn from Escondido, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mitosis and Meiosis Marvel

Help me give my students a way to model mitosis and meiosis in a hands-on way!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Morris-O'Hearn's classroom raised $523

This project is fully funded

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My Project

Viewing chromosomes under microscopes, modeling with foam chromosomes, and drawing on whiteboards are great interactive activities that will lead to a more comprehensive understanding of mitosis and meiosis beyond what can be achieved through traditional methods alone. Active learning is effective at promoting retention, engagement, and supporting students with special language and academic needs.

Students will demonstrate our chromosomes in action as they model mitosis and meiosis through hands-on science activities: foam chromosomes, microscopes, and whiteboard drawings.

Mitosis and meiosis happen daily in our bodies, and yet this abstract concept is hard to visualize. By providing a variety of ways to demonstrate cells undergoing this process, I hope to spark my students' curiosity and STEM skills. Using foam chromosomes, students will help compare the microscopic and molecular scales of genetic information and compare the movement of mitosis to meiosis. I love the idea of using the chromosomes to discover the sources of genetic variation through independent assortment and crossing over. Using whiteboard drawing and microscopes, students with further visualize these abstract body processes.

My goals are for students to understand the purpose of mitosis and meiosis, their phases, and their connection to other biological concepts like cell growth and reproduction. I want them to see genes in motion and not static, as presented in a textbook. The visuals are especially helpful for my English Language Learners who are not only learning the science, but the language as well.

Problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity are among the top skills needed for the 21st-century job market. I want my students to be exposed to hands-on science education to develop these essential skills that make them future-ready.

Mrs. Morris-O'Hearn Orange Glen High School Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Escondido, CA View local requests

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

150 students impacted 8donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Chromosome Connections Kit • Nasco $65.45 3 $196.35
Prepared Slide Chromosome Study Set/6 • Ward's Science $84.15 1 $84.15
Human Female Chromosomes - 46 XX spread Microscope Slide • Carolina Biological Supply Company $32.40 1 $32.40
Human Male Chromosomes - 46 XY spread Microscope Slide • Carolina Biological Supply Company $32.40 1 $32.40
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39

Materials cost

$366.69

Vendor shipping charges

 $8.42

Sales tax

 $33.55

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$444.16

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$78.38

Total project goal

$522.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $522.54

5 Donors

-$279.06

Donations toward project cost

-$240.95

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$38.11

Matching donations from our partners

-$239.07

Match offers toward project cost

-$203.21

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.86

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

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 $0.00

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