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Mrs. Konyshev from Reno, NV is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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STEM-ulating Curiosity: Sparking Inquiry Magic for Educational Adventures

Help me give my students STEM supplies and organization materials such as bins for storage, markers and pens to design new ideas and develop building to help jumpstart learning!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Konyshev's classroom raised $455

This project is fully funded

My Project

STEM supplies like the planks, paper, and craft sticks are the secret sauce to ignite enthusiasm for learning in our 5th-grade classroom. They bring an element of hands-on exploration that transforms abstract concepts into tangible experiences. Imagine the excitement when they can build their own mini robots or create working circuits. These specific items will act as catalysts for engagement, making lessons more interactive and memorable. They'll help students grasp complex ideas, foster critical thinking, and nurture problem-solving skills, setting them on a path for a brighter educational journey.

Our goals for this project are as big as the universe – or at least as big as our young learners' dreams.

We aim to inspire a lifelong love for STEM by creating an environment that's both fun and educational. These supplies will enable us to enhance our curriculum, introducing challenging experiments and projects that encourage innovation and creativity. We aspire to see our students grow into confident, inquisitive individuals who aren't afraid to ask "why" and "how." Ultimately, we want them to be equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in their future endeavors.

My students are a diverse constellation of talents and personalities, each with a unique spark waiting to be ignited. Their enthusiasm, curiosity, and resilience are truly remarkable. It's in their eagerness to learn and their readiness to explore that we see the promise of the future. With the right resources and opportunities, they're destined to achieve greatness and leave a lasting impact on the world. We can't wait to see them shine even brighter with these STEM supplies!

Mrs. Konyshev Desert Heights Elementary 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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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

90 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
STOREX Plastic Large Book Bin, 7" x 14.5" x 5.25", Black, Pack of 6 (STX70109E06C-6) • Quill.com $40.99 1 $40.99
Storex Plastic Large Book Bin, 14.3" x 5.3" x 7", Teal, Pack of 6 (STX71107U06C-6) • Quill.com $37.99 1 $37.99
Teacher Created Resources STEM Basics: Wooden Slats, Grade PK+, 8/Pack, 6 Packs/Bundle (TCR20942-6) • Quill.com $31.99 1 $31.99
Astrobrights 65 lb. Cardstock Paper, 8.5" x 11", Terrestrial Teal, 250 Sheets/Pack (21855 / 22109) • Quill.com $27.99 1 $27.99
Quill Brand� 110 lb. Card Stock Paper, 8.5" x 11", White, 250 Sheets/Pack (49701) • Quill.com $26.99 1 $26.99
Teacher Created Resources STEM Basics Skinny Craft Sticks, 120 Count per Pack, 6 Packs (TCR20924BN) • Quill.com $25.99 1 $25.99
Teacher Created Resources STEM Basics: Wooden Wheels, 60/Pack, 3 Packs (TCR20940-3) • Quill.com $23.99 1 $23.99
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pen, Medium Point, Black Ink, Dozen (8430152) • Quill.com $23.59 1 $23.59
Teacher Created Resources STEM Basics Jumbo Craft Sticks, 200 Per Pack (TCR20917) • Quill.com $21.59 1 $21.59
Elmer's Craft Bond Dual Temp Mini Glue Gun (E6049) • Quill.com $16.99 1 $16.99
Snack Jar� Starlight Mints, 5 lb Bag • Quill.com $14.99 1 $14.99
Expo Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted, 16/Pack (81045) • Quill.com $13.99 1 $13.99
Astrobrights 70 lb. Cardstock Paper, 8.5" x 11", Assorted Colors, 80 Sheets/Ream (91668) • Quill.com $12.99 1 $12.99
STEM Labs for Earth & Space Science, Grades 6 - 8 Paperback (404260) • Quill.com $11.59 1 $11.59
Gorilla Glue Sticks, Clear/Opaque, 75/Pack (3027502) • Quill.com $9.99 1 $9.99
Pilot FriXion Point Erasable Gel Pens, Extra Fine Point, Black Ink, 3/Pack (31578) • Quill.com $9.59 1 $9.59

Materials cost

$351.24

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.27

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$386.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$68.21

Total project goal

$454.72

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$454.72

4 Donors

-$221.62

Donations toward project cost

-$206.63

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$14.99

match offer

-$211.62

Match offer toward project cost

-$179.88

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.74

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$21.47

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$0.00

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