Welcome to my classroom of sixteen 2nd graders. All of my students receive free and reduced-price lunch, and over half live in public housing. The majority of my students are being raised by single parents or even grandparents and great-grandparents.
Despite my students' struggles, they are eager to learn and get very excited when it comes to school.
For many, school is the one thing that is consistent in their lives, and they love it! This year has been an exceptionally challenging year for my students as we are learning to navigate distance learning.
My goal is to expose my students to as many experiences as possible. I hope to enrich their lives and create a passion within them for lifelong learning. I also hope to prepare them for a successful future by giving them the skills and creativity they need to compete in the world.
My Project
My students have limited experiences with science, technology, engineering and math. My classroom budget is very small, and I am not able to purchase STEM supplies at this time. I want to create highly engaging learning centers for my students to explore and build their skills.
My goal is to create individual learning centers that students can use to develop their problem-solving skills through STEM.
My students deserve engaging and educational experiences, and I am hopeful to be able to provide that for them.
Please help me to create experiences that will motivate, educate, and inspire my students to learn!
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
Learning Resources Code & Go Robot Mouse Activity Set, STEM, Kids Coding Toy, Programs up to 40 Steps, Christmas Gift for Kids, 83 Pieces, Ages 4+
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$46.87
2
$93.74
Sterilite 19638606 Large Clip Box, Clear with Blue Aquarium Latches, 6-Pack
• Amazon Business
$34.25
2
$68.50
Brain Flakes 2500 Piece Build 'n' Build Kit - A Creative and Educational Alternative to Building Blocks - Wheel Pieces and Special Parts Included - A Great Stem Toy for Both Boys and Girls
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$59.99
1
$59.99
Learning Resources Let's Go Code! Activity Set, 50 Pieces, Ages 5+
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$27.99
2
$55.98
K'nex Beginner 40 Model Building Set - 141 Parts - Ages 5 & Up - Creative Building Toy, Multi
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$23.95
2
$47.90
Lekebaby Magnetic Tiles 112 Pieces Magnetic Building Blocks Bright and Translucent Magnetic Tiles - Perfect Open-Ended Toys - STEM Educational Toy Gift for Boys Girls 3 Year Olds and Up
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$39.99
1
$39.99
ADVANTUS Polypropylene Pencil Box with Lid, 8.5 x 5.5 x 2.5 Inches, Clear (34104)
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$1.99
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$39.80
ZOOB 0Z11125 ZOOB 125 Moving Mind-Building Modeling System, Assorted Colors, 125-Pieces, Multi, large
• Amazon Business
$34.55
1
$34.55
330 pcs Building Blocks, Educational Building Toys Stem Toys Building Discs Sets Interlocking Solid Plastic for Preschool Toddlers Girls and Boys by Winlip
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$32.99
1
$32.99
Sterilite 16428012 6 Quart/5.7 Liter Storage Box, White Lid with Clear Base (Pack of 12)
• Amazon Business
$30.68
1
$30.68
MICHLEY Builder Sets for Kids 150 Piece Builders Blocks
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$25.99
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$25.99
WITKA 138 Pieces Magnetic Building Sticks Blocks Toy Brain Training STEM Toys Intelligence Learning Games Set Gift for Kids and Adults
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$23.99
1
$23.99
HAPISIMI Interlocking Building Blocks Kids STEM Educational Toys - 250 Piece Mega Set of Plastic Interlocking Discs for Preschool, Toddler and School Boys and Girls - Creative & Development Toy
• Amazon Business
$22.80
1
$22.80
Juboury 1054Pcs Building Toy Building Blocks Bars Different Shape Educational Construction Engineering Set 3D Puzzle, Interlocking Creative Connecting Kit, Great STEM Toy for Both Boys and Girls
• Amazon Business
$18.99
1
$18.99
Creative Kids Flakes – 1400 Piece Interlocking Plastic Disc Set for Safe, Fun, Creative Building – Educational STEM Construction Toy for Boys & Girls - Non Toxic – Ages 3+
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$17.99
1
$17.99
Straw Constructor STEM Building Toys 300 pcs Interlocking Plastic Educational Toys Engineering Building Blocks -Construction Blocks- Kids Toy for 3-12 Year Old Boys and Girls
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$16.99
1
$16.99
Brain Flakes 500 Piece Interlocking Plastic Disc Set - A Creative and Educational Alternative to Building Blocks - Tested for Children's Safety - A Great Stem Toy for Both Boys and Girls
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$14.99
1
$14.99
EOOUT 24pcs Plastic Envelopes Poly Zip Envelopes Files Zipper Folders, A4 Size/Letter Size, 10 Colors, for School and Office Supplies
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$12.99
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$12.99
Mr. Pen- Plastic Envelopes, 10 Pack, A4, Letter Size, Plastic Envelopes with Snap Closure, Poly Envelope, Plastic Folders with Closure, Clear Plastic Folders, Plastic Pocket Folders, Document Envelope
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ThermoPro TP50 Digital Hygrometer Indoor Thermometer Room Thermometer and Humidity Gauge with Temperature Humidity Monitor
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$10.98
1
$10.98
OBTANIM Mini Plastic Handheld Magnifying Glasses Portable Reading Magnifier for Senior and Kids, Hand Lens 5X Magnifier for Home, Indoor and Outdoor Use (20 Pack)
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$8.99
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$8.99
UMIKU Water Beads 50000 Soft Beads Rainbow Mix Water Growing Balls for Kids Tactile Sensory Toys Home Décor
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$7.99
1
$7.99
Taylor 2-in-1 Rain/Sprinkler Gauge
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$5.99
1
$5.99
Materials cost
$716.75
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$31.54
3rd party payment processing fee
$10.75
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$789.04
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$139.24
Total project goal
$928.28
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$928.28
4 Donors
-$103.19
Donations toward project cost
-$90.44
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$12.75
match offer
-$821.88
Match offer toward project cost
-$698.60
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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