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Mr. Gomez, Ralph from South Gate, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Eco Extravaganza: Building a Sustainable Classroom Ecosystem

Help me give my students give the ultimate classroom experience - a mini ecosystem complete with fish tanks, rolly pollies, earthworms, and live animals. Let's create a self-sustaining paradise for learning!

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Gomez, Ralph's classroom raised $208

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

Imagine a classroom bursting with life, where students dive into hands-on learning adventures. We're on a mission to transform our space into an eco-oasis that sparks curiosity and nurtures creativity. Join us in making this dream a reality! Our students are like little eco-warriors, ready to explore and learn. Your support will empower them to discover the wonders of nature and science. With your help, we can provide the tools they need to thrive.

I am requesting fish tank and plant supplies.

Our students are the future guardians of our planet, and they're bursting with enthusiasm and potential. I adore their quirky personalities and believe they can achieve incredible things. By donating the items listed above, we can offer them a unique learning experience that will fuel their growth.

With your contributions, we can reach our goals of creating a vibrant ecosystem in our classroom. Not only will this project enhance our students' education, but it will also bring joy and wonder to our community.

Mr. Gomez, Ralph Odyssey Continuation Senior High School Grades 9-12

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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.

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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

120 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Premium Activated Carbon - Aquarium Carbon for Fish Tank Filter - Aquarium Filter Media - Aquarium Charcoal for Fish Tanks - Activated Charcoal Bulk (Granulated, 3 lbs with Fine Mesh Bag) • Amazon Business $32.33 1 $32.33
Jorewood Natural Spiderwood Driftwood for Aquarium Decor Rptile Fish Tank Decoration Assort Branch (Coral Driftwood 4-8'' 5 Pcs) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Reon Aquarium Straight Tweezers Long Handle Stainless Steel for Fish Tank Aquatic Plants 13.0in (33cm) • Amazon Business $17.00 1 $17.00
AquaNatural Sugar White Sand 10lb Substrate for aquascaping, Aquariums, vivariums and terrariums • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Aqua Natural Ice White 10lb Gravel Substrate for aquascaping, Aquariums, vivariums and terrariums 4-6mm, White • Amazon Business $13.45 1 $13.45
biOrb Cleaner Pump • Amazon Business $12.89 1 $12.89
PULACO 25W Small Aquarium Betta Heater with Free Thermometer Strip, Under 6 Gallon Fish Tanks (Preset Temperature 78℉) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
3 Fresh Water Live Plant Seeeds for Aquarium and Fish Tank, 3 Different Aquatic Plant Decor Water Grass Dwarf Mini Tiny Leaves Hair Grass Seeed (0.36ozTiny+0.36oz Long+0.36oz Short) qwe • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$132.63

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $12.14

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.99

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$176.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$31.19

Total project goal

$207.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $207.95

2 Donors

-$96.38

Donations toward project cost

-$94.84

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.54

match offer

-$96.38

Match offer toward project cost

-$81.92

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$14.46

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$15.20

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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