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Coach Baker from Houston, TX is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Teaching STEM Through Volleyball

Help me give my students The Swing Sport Portable Ball Cart on Wheels and Vinsot12 Piece Size 5 Recreational Volleyballs

FULLY FUNDED! Coach Baker's classroom raised $352

This project is fully funded

My Project

In recent years, there has been an emphasis on providing quality STEM education to students in the classroom. One obstacle many teachers are facing is how to engage students regardless of their current skill level and personal interests. This year, I will use different applications when implementing STEM during lessons. The Swing Sport Portable Ball Cart on Wheels and Vinsot 12 Piece Size 5 Recreational Volleyballs is needed to help use sports as a way to introduce students to complex STEM concepts.

This creates a hands-on environment where students learn through play and get a deeper understanding of what they are learning.

By allowing students to take control of their education, they will have increased retention and comprehension; leading to improved test scores.

Sports like volleyball are also a great way to ensure a wide variety of students are engaged in the lesson, capturing the attention of left and right brained learners. By incorporating volleyball and other sports in my lessons, students will be more excited and involved in lessons that teach STEM through sports.

Coach Baker Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Houston, TX View local requests

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

HBCU Alum 390 students impacted 4donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Champion Sports Electric Ball Pump for Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, with Needle, Gauge, Hose - Quiet, Fast Air Pumps for Balls with up to 125 PSI - Premium Ball Inflator for Gyms, Schools,Blue • Amazon Business $98.79 1 $98.79
Swing Sports Portable Ball Cart on Wheels - 40 x 24in Volleyball Cart with Wheels Equipment Storage Cart Ball Caddy • Amazon Business $93.99 1 $93.99
Vinsot 12 Pieces Size 5 Recreational Volleyballs with Air Pump Regulation Soft Volleyball Balls for Outdoor or Indoor Play, Waterproof, Sky Blue, White, Red • Amazon Business $56.99 1 $56.99
Extra Large Ball Bag, Mesh Soccer Ball Bag, Adjustable Shoulder and Portable Strap Design fit Coach,Adults and Kids, Best for Soccer Ball, Basketball, Volleyball, Baseball, Water Sports, Beach Cloth • Amazon Business $14.93 1 $14.93

Materials cost

$264.70

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$298.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$52.71

Total project goal

$351.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $351.38

2 Donors

-$149.64

Donations toward project cost

-$149.64

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Matching donations from our partners

-$175.33

Match offers toward project cost

-$149.03

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.30

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$26.41

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 $0.00

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