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Mrs. Mullen from New Haven, CT is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Soaring in STEM

Help me give my students STEM kits to help us explore and learn!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Mullen's classroom raised $989

This project is fully funded

My Project

Receiving new STEM kits will profoundly enrich my students' learning experiences by providing hands-on opportunities to engage with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts. These materials will serve as catalysts for fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking among my students. Through engaging in STEM activities, students will develop problem-solving skills, collaboration abilities, and perseverance as they tackle real-world challenges. These experiences will not only deepen their understanding of STEM subjects but also instill a sense of confidence and excitement about exploring the world around them. Getting the opportunity to explore STEM concepts through hands-on exploration will inspire a passion for learning and may spark interests in potential future careers in STEM fields.

In addition, the introduction of new STEM materials will play a vital role in supporting the social-emotional health of my students.

Collaborative STEM projects will encourage teamwork, communication, and empathy as students work together to solve problems and achieve common goals. By fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, these activities will promote a sense of belonging and mutual respect among students from diverse backgrounds. Additionally, engaging in hands-on STEM activities will empower students to embrace failure as a natural part of the learning process, nurturing resilience and growth mindset. Through these experiences, students will not only develop academic skills but also cultivate important social-emotional competencies that are essential for their overall well-being and success both inside and outside the classroom.

Mrs. Mullen Celentano Bio Hlth Med Magnet 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.

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Nearly all 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

250 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Carolina STEM Challenge: Roller Coasters Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $89.10 2 $178.20
Carolina STEM Challenge: Structures Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $66.10 2 $132.20
Carolina STEM Challenge: Balloon Race Cars Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $65.25 2 $130.50
Snap Circuits STEM Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $55.76 2 $111.52
Carolina STEM Challenge: Egg Drop Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $46.62 2 $93.24
Carolina STEM Challenge: Balloon Rockets Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $37.80 2 $75.60
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
STEM Magnets! Activity Set • AKJ Education $27.00 1 $27.00

Materials cost

$798.24

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$840.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$148.27

Total project goal

$988.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$988.48

1 Donor

-$988.48

Donations toward project cost

-$840.21

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$148.27

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$0.00

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