You're on track to get doubled donations (and unlock a reward for the colleague who referred you). Keep up the great work!
Take credit for your charitable giving! Check out your tax receipts

In a rush to make a major tax-deductible gift before the year's end?
Purchase account credits now, and choose projects later!

In a rush to make a major tax-deductible gift before the year's end? Purchase account credits now, and choose projects later!

For direct assistance with credits or anything else, please call The DonorsChoose Scholar Society at (646) 556-9941.

To use your $50 gift card credits, find a project to fund and we'll automatically apply your credits at checkout. Find a classroom project
Skip to main content

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

Your school email address was successfully verified.

See this teacher's page

This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Spina from Keaau, HI is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

See what Ms. Spina is requesting

Seeing Science Clearly: Upgrade Our Microscopes!

Help me give my students 12 digital microscopes to replace our outdated equipment. These microscopes will enhance student learning by allowing image uploads for reports, making their work more scientific and exciting. Thank you!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Spina's classroom raised $3,938

This project is fully funded

My Project

My science classes need an upgrade! I aim to replace my outdated and broken microscopes with 12 digital microscopes, which will significantly enhance the learning experience for students in marine science and environmental science.

Currently, my microscopes are unreliable, limiting students' ability to explore the microscopic world.

With the new digital microscopes, students will be able to capture and upload high-quality images directly into their reports. This functionality will foster a deeper understanding of scientific concepts and encourage students to engage more creatively with their work.

In marine science, students will explore marine microorganisms, algae, and plankton, gaining insights into the ecosystems that thrive beneath the waves. In environmental science, they will examine soil samples, plant cells, and water quality, making connections to broader environmental issues. The ability to document their findings digitally will elevate their projects, making them more scientific and professional.

Investing in these digital microscopes empowers my students to become more proficient in scientific inquiry and research. They will learn essential skills critical for their future studies and careers in science.

Your support will help us create a dynamic and interactive learning environment where students can thrive and develop a passion for the sciences. Together, we can inspire the next generation of scientists and environmental stewards. Thank you for considering our request to enhance my classroom resources!

Ms. Spina Kea'au High School Grades 9-12

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.

Keaau, 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

180 students impacted 6donors

Boost your odds

Add a profile photo in addition to your classroom photo. If you add a photo, it'll show up right here on your project page.

You are more likely to receive funding if you put a face to your name.

Upload a photo

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

You donate directly to the teacher or project you care about and see where every dollar you give goes.

Expand the "Where your donation goes" section below to see exactly what Ms. Spina is requesting.

See our finances

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

You can start a project with the same resources being requested here!

Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Poothoh Compound Trinocular Microscope, 40X-5000X Magnification, Research Grade Professional Microscope with USB Camera and Mechanical Stage, Microscope for Adults • Amazon Business $260.99 12 $3,131.88

Materials cost

$3,131.88

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$137.80

3rd party payment processing fee

$46.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$3,346.66

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$590.59

Total project goal

$3,937.25

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$3,937.25

5 Donors

-$2,800.98

Donations toward project cost

-$2,580.83

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$220.15

match offer

-$900.98

Match offer toward project cost

-$765.83

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$135.15

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$235.29

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

View complete list Show less

Give the most requested basic supplies

See teacher requests

Give back to your community

Find opportunities to impact local needs by exploring a map of classroom projects near you.

See local area

Project Activity

{"pmaHash":"","showProjectRecommendations":true,"leadGenEnabled":true,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"HI","teacherPossessivePronoun":"her","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":4,"name":"High School"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"completingDonationAmount":0,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":true,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/seeing-science-clearly-upgrade-our-micr/8871006/","mayHaveReplacements":false,"numStudents":180,"isEquityFocusV1":true,"teacherScreenName":"Ms. Spina","isEquityFocus":true,"proposalHash":"-1326806752","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":100.00,"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"shouldTrackEquityFocusV2":true,"schoolCity":"Keaau","teachersOnPage":[7101941],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"minimizedLeadGenEnabled":true,"proposalId":8871006,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":0,"verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":false,"schoolId":68501,"schoolName":"Kea'au High School","authorIds":{"7101941":{"owner":"Ms. Spina","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":1.0,"proposalsOnPage":[8871006],"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7101941_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714221575138","teacherHasProfilePhoto":true,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":21,"teacherChallengeId":21557813,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":null,"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":7101941,"schoolCounty":"Hawaii","fullyFunded":true,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":true,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"HI","name":"Hawaii"}}