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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: Part 2

Help me give my students essential kitchen items including a basic knife set from Dalstrong.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Kaku's classroom raised $592

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 items I'm requesting will supplement the cooktop and pans received in part 1 of the project.

These materials include mixing bowls, measuring spoons, baking pans and sheets as well a quality budget essential knife set made by Dalstrong.

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

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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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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
Dalstrong 3 Piece Chef Essentials Set - Gladiator Series Elite - Chef Knife, Santoku Knife, Paring Knife - High Carbon German Steel - Sheaths Included - NSF Certified • Amazon Business $149.00 1 $149.00
Corelle Vitrelle 18-Piece Service for 6 Dinnerware Set, Triple Layer Glass and Chip Resistant, Lightweight Round Plates and Bowls Set, Winter Frost White • Amazon Business $48.37 1 $48.37
Artisan Utility Bus Box and Storage Bin with Handles, 2-Pack, Gray, 15.5" x 21" x 7" • Amazon Business $31.75 1 $31.75
Silpat Premium Non-Stick Silicone Baking Mat, Petite Jelly Roll Size, 8-1/4 x 11-3/4, AE295205-01,Orange • Amazon Business $15.26 2 $30.52
KitchenAid Asteroid Oven Mitt Set, 7"x12.5", Blue Velvet, 2 Piece • Amazon Business $14.39 2 $28.78
Goodcook Baking Sheet, 13 Inch x 9 Inch, Dark gray - 3 Piece • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Measuring Cups and Spoons Set of 20, 7 Stainless Steel Nesting Measuring Cups & 7 Spoons, 1 + Leveler & 5 Mini Measuring Spoons for Cooking & Baking • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Tagliere Kitchen Cutting Board Set of 3, BPA Free, Cutting Board Set with Easy Grip Handles and Spill Proof Grooves, Dishwasher Safe, Suitable for Cutting Fruits, Vegetables and Fish (Grey) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
GreenLife Bakeware Healthy Ceramic Nonstick, 13" x 9" Rectangular Cake Baking Pan, PFAS-Free, Turquoise • Amazon Business $15.22 1 $15.22
Utopia Towels Dish Towels, 15 x 25 Inches, 100% Ring Spun Cotton Super Absorbent Linen Kitchen Towels, Soft Reusable Cleaning Bar and Tea Towels Set (12 Pack, Blue) • Amazon Business $14.94 1 $14.94
Lccowot 8PCS Mixing Bowls, Plastic Mixing Bowl Set, includes 2 Mixing Bowl, 1 Colander, 1 Sifter and 4 Measuring Cups, Space Saving Nesting Mixing Bowls for Kitchen, Ideal for Baking and Cooking • Amazon Business $14.19 1 $14.19
Ajerg 5 PCS Spam Musubi Mold, Sushi Onigiri Mold Set,Kitchen Sesame Paste Maker, Non-stick Masubi Molds Kit,Butter Cheese Spam Slicer • Amazon Business $12.59 1 $12.59
Riveira Bamboo Wooden Spoons for Cooking 6-Piece , Apartment Essentials Wood Spatula Spoon Nonstick Kitchen Utensil Set Premium Quality Housewarming Gifts for Everyday Use • Amazon Business $11.49 1 $11.49
Winco Stainless Steel Ladle, 8-Ounce • Amazon Business $9.53 1 $9.53
Amazon Basics Stainless Steel Wire Whisk Set - 3-Piece • Amazon Business $9.21 1 $9.21
Can Opener Manual, Handheld Strong Heavy Duty Can Opener, Anti-slip Hand Grip, Stainless Steel Sharp Blade, Ergonomic and Easy to Use, with Large Turn Knob • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$446.55

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $19.65

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$502.90

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$88.75

Total project goal

$591.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $591.65

3 Donors

-$270.01

Donations toward project cost

-$266.26

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

match offer

-$278.40

Match offer toward project cost

-$236.64

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$41.76

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$43.24

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