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Ms. Sandi Rodriguez from Chicago, IL is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Thinking Like Scientists and Engineers!

Help me give my students one classroom set of "Science World" magazines so they can think like scientists and engineers.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Sandi Rodriguez's classroom raised $409

This project is fully funded

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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 Students

When my students enter my classroom, they are all scientists! I teach at a Title I, public school, with over 1,200 students with 80% low income. I specifically teach Science to middle school students (6th, 7th, and 8th grades) who are curious, energetic, and passionate about science. However, most of their opportunities and experiences come from my classroom and school. They really are excited about science and are always so eager to learn how science is used in their daily lives--from their cell phones to their video games.

My Project

Science is always changing because the world is always changing. My students must keep up with the latest Science news and advancements. Science World magazines will bring science concepts to life by engaging and making my students excited about Science. 'Science World' magazines can offer my students high-interest articles, hands-on activities, spectacular visuals and photography, videos, and games covering many aspects of science including physical science, life science, health, environmental science, and technology. The articles vary in length, from 2 to 4 pages, so struggling readers and high achievers can find articles that suits their abilities. The hands-on activities call for inexpensive and easy to find materials while teaching scientific inquiry and critical thinking. The videos can capture Science in action and the interactive trivia games can test students' reading comprehension for each issue while having fun! I really need your support to make this a reality. Thank you!

Ms. Sandi Rodriguez Gray Elementary School Grades 6-8

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
Science World, Grades 6-10 (min. 10 subscriptions per order) • Scholastic Magazines and Book Clubs $9.49 30 $284.70

Materials cost

$284.70

Vendor shipping charges

 $28.47

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.27

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$347.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$61.31

Total project goal

$408.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $408.75

3 Donors

-$358.75

Donations toward project cost

-$304.94

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$53.81

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

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 $0.00

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