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Mr. Che from San Rafael, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Stem Classrooms Lead the World

Help me give my students solar powered rovers, magnets, magnifying glasses, optical prisms and other tools to conduct science experiments in our classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Che's classroom raised $524

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

I am excited to share our project aimed at enhancing our science curriculum with essential hands-on materials, including solar-powered rovers, magnifying glasses, and prisms. Your support can significantly impact our students by providing them with tools for engaging, interactive learning experiences.

Hands-on materials are crucial in science education as they make abstract ideas tangible.

Solar-powered rovers will help students understand renewable energy and mechanics through practical application. Magnifying glasses will enable them to explore the microscopic world, while prisms will visually demonstrate light refraction and spectrum analysis. These tools will transform our classroom into a dynamic learning environment where students can actively participate in experiments, fostering curiosity and enhancing their understanding of scientific phenomena.

My goals for this project are to ignite a passion for science and develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills in my students. By incorporating these materials into our lessons, I aim to create an interactive learning experience that encourages exploration and discovery. Students will conduct experiments, observe results, and draw conclusions, reinforcing their knowledge and boosting their confidence in scientific inquiry.

What makes my students special is their diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives. They bring curiosity and enthusiasm to the classroom and thrive in an environment that supports hands-on learning. Each resource will help them learn by providing concrete experiences that complement theoretical knowledge, making science fun and accessible.

Your support will not only provide us with necessary materials but also inspire my students to pursue their interests in science. Thank you for considering this project and for making a difference in their lives. Together, we can create an enriched learning environment fostering growth, curiosity, and a lifelong love for science.

Mr. Che Venetia Valley School Grades 3-5

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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More than three‑quarters 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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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
STEM 4 Set Solar Motor Kit,Electric Science Experiment Projects,Educational Building Electronic Car Kit for Kids,DIY STEM Toys for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $13.50 4 $54.00
ThinkFun Gravity Maze Marble Run Brain Game and STEM Toy for Boys and Girls Age 8 and Up: Toy of the Year Award Winner • Amazon Business $26.23 2 $52.46
Replogle 12" Traveler Student Globe • Kaplan Early Learning Company $49.46 1 $49.46
DIY Wooden Kids Science Experiment Kits-Remote Control Off Road Tracked Tank and Solar Power Race Car,STEM Learning Toys Gifts Electric Motor Building Project for Kids (Tank and Race Car(2 Kits)) • Amazon Business $10.50 4 $42.00
Clipboards, HERKKA 32 Pack Hardboard Office Clipboards Low Profile Clip Standard A4 Letter Size, ECO Friendly • Amazon Business $34.88 1 $34.88
hand2mind Mini Plastic Handheld Magnifying Glasses, 3X and 6X, Without Lanyard (Pack of 10) • Amazon Business $10.99 3 $32.97
Mribo Optical Glass Triangular Prism, 6 Inches Crystal Rainbow Maker for Photography Science Experiments Physics Teaching Light Spectrum • Amazon Business $10.99 2 $21.98
Physics Optical Experiment Set Multifunction Reflector Refraction Triangular Prism Convex Lens Concave Mirror Dial Linear Light Source Teaching Demonstration Equipment for Teacher Student Education • Amazon Business $17.69 1 $17.69
8 PCS Colorful Stamps for Teachers , Teacher Stamps Self Inking , Teacher Stamps for Classroom , Blue, Orange, Green, Red, Pink • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Physics Science Magnets Kit for Education Science Experiment Tools Icluding Bar/Ring/Horseshoe/Compass Magnets • Amazon Business $15.89 1 $15.89
THY COLLECTIBLES Newtons Cradle Balance Balls with Mirror Desk Top Decoration Kinetic Motion Toy for Home and Office • Amazon Business $13.57 1 $13.57
Qilery 8 Pcs Teacher Stamp Spanish Teacher Grading Stamp Gifts Rubber Self Inking Motivation Teacher Stamps for School Spanish Classroom Grading Stamp Kids School Prizes (Classic,Red, Blue) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Quill Brand? Premium Rubber Band, Postal Size #64, 3-1/2"L x 1/4"W, 1 lb Resealable Bag (790064) • Quill.com $10.43 1 $10.43

Materials cost

$375.27

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$34.34

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$445.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$78.57

Total project goal

$523.81

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$523.81

6 Donors

-$514.99

Donations toward project cost

-$445.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$69.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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$0.00

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