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Mr. Kaku from Honolulu, HI is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Science and Finance in the Kitchen: Igniting Curiosity Through Cooking

Help me give my students cooking equipment to learn how to cook and manage a grocery budget!

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Kaku's classroom raised $598

This project is fully funded

My Project

Our special motivation program classroom is dedicated to serving at-risk students who face unique challenges in their educational journey. I believe that combining the elements of science, cooking, and financial literacy can be a powerful tool to inspire and empower these students. With your support, we aim to create a dynamic learning environment where our students can discover their potential and build a foundation for success and self-sufficiency.

The materials I'm requesting include top of the line HexClad 12 Inch Hybrid Nonstick Frying Pan, and HexClad 8 Quart Hybrid Nonstick Stockpot which I have chosen specifically to give my students an opportunity to cook with some of the best equipment available, along with a Nuwave Gold Precision Induction Cooktop that is required to cook in the classroom since open flames aren't allowed.

With the requested materials, I hope to achieve the following goals:

1. Engage students in hands-on, inquiry based learning that integrates science, cooking and financial literacy.

2. Foster an understanding of scientific principles such as heat transfer, chemical reactions, and states of matter.

3. Develop essential life skills related to meal preparation, nutrition, kitchen safety, and financial management.

4. Encourage teamwork and collaboration as students work together to prepare meals and manage their budget.

5. Promote creativity by allowing students to experiment with recipes and ingredients while adhering to a budget.

Mr. Kaku King David Kalakaua Middle School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Honolulu, HI View local requests

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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HexClad 8 Quart Hybrid Nonstick Stockpot and Lid, Dishwasher and Oven Friendly, Compatible with All Cooktops • Amazon Business $172.47 1 $172.47
HexClad 12 Inch Hybrid Nonstick Frying Pan, Dishwasher and Oven Friendly, Compatible with All Cooktops • Amazon Business $169.99 1 $169.99
Nuwave Gold Precision Induction Cooktop, Portable, Powerful with Large 8” Heating Coil,100°F to 575°F, 3 Wattage Settings, 12” Heat-Resistant Cooking Surface • Amazon Business $88.90 1 $88.90
Aroma Housewares Aroma 6-cup (cooked) 1.5 Qt. One Touch Rice Cooker, White (ARC-363NG), 6 cup cooked/ 3 cup uncook/ 1.5 Qt. • Amazon Business $19.68 1 $19.68

Materials cost

$451.04

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $19.85

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.77

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$507.66

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$89.59

Total project goal

$597.25

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $597.25

1 Donor

-$272.58

Donations toward project cost

-$257.58

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

match offer

-$294.21

Match offer toward project cost

-$250.08

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$44.13

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$30.46

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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