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Mrs. Brown from Norman, OK is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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STEM Explorations: Tools for Curious Minds

Help me give my students the tools they need to ignite their curiosity in STEM!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Brown's classroom raised $220

This project is fully funded

My Project

Help me in my efforts to make an explorative STEM corner, where curiosity knows no bounds and learning is an adventure. In this vibrant space, I'm launching a project that will offer my students creative freedom!

This initiative aims to enhance our learning environment with key tools tailored to hands-on exploration.

First up, the crayon sharpener isn't just about neat drawings; it's a gateway for our young artists to refine their creative expressions and develop fine motor skills, bringing an extra dose of precision to their projects. Pegboard cups, give us a clutter-free space where every tool has its place, fostering a sense of order and responsibility among our students.

The magnifying glasses transform ordinary observations into captivating discoveries, encouraging our second graders to view the world through a curious lens. As we venture into engineering feats, the STEM straw conductors add an exciting twist to our projects, inspiring creativity and innovation in every budding scientist.

Your support for this project isn't just about these supplies; it's an investment in creating a vibrant STEM hub where curiosity flourishes, organization is a skill celebrated, and the joy of exploration knows no bounds. Together, let's build a space that fuels the imagination of our second-grade scientists and engineers.

Mrs. Brown Jackson Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Norman, OK 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

20 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
X-ACTO Crayon Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, Electric Sharpener with SafeStart Automatic Motor, Great for Home or Schools • Amazon Business $49.36 1 $49.36
Get Out! Kids Magnifying Glass Set – 6 Pack Large Size Plastic Magnifying Glasses for Kids with Stand • Amazon Business $19.97 1 $19.97
G.CORE Pegboard Cups with Hooks 9 Pack Black Cup Set, Peg Board Organizer Accessories Peg Hooks Accessory, Various Tools Storage Arrange System Kit, for Garage Workshop Workbench Hobby Craft Room • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Straw Constructor Toys STEM Building 600Pcs Toy Interlocking Plastic Engineering Thin Tube Blocks Educational Kit for 3 4 5 6 7years Kids Boys and Girls Gift • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
G.CORE Large Pegboard Cups Peg Board Storage Bin 6 Pack with Hooks, Square Box Shape Pegboard Cup Holder Accessories for Garage Workbench/Craft Room/Office/Playroom/Home Kitchen Organization (Black) • Amazon Business $14.39 1 $14.39
Lite-Brite Peg and Template Refill Pack, Light Up Drawing Board Accessories, LED Pegs with Colors, Toys for Creative Play, Light Toys for Kids Aged 4 + • Amazon Business $9.40 1 $9.40
WSPER Chart Tape 6mm 1/4" Whiteboard Tape Self-Adhesive Vinyl Tape for Pinstripe Dry Erase Board Tapes Lines • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99
Prang Medium Weight Construction Paper - Red, 9" x 12", Pkg of 50 Sheets • Blick Art Materials $1.83 2 $3.66

Materials cost

$133.75

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$10.90

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.01

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$186.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$32.93

Total project goal

$219.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$219.54

1 Donor

-$109.76

Donations toward project cost

-$93.30

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$16.46

match offer

-$109.78

Match offer toward project cost

-$93.31

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$16.47

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$0.00

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