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Mrs. Aguilar from Baytown TX is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Third Grade Is Under Construction!

Help me give my students Hard Hats to apply critical thinking skills in the 3rd-grade classrooms!

  • 2 donors
  • $698 still needed

expires Aug 14

  • 2 donors
  • $698 still needed
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My Project

Our classrooms aim to foster a learning environment where critical thinking thrives. We're excited to share our vision for a project that promises to ignite curiosity and pave the way for our students' future success. Our proposal centers on acquiring a grade-level set of hard hats for all 3rd-grade students. These hard hats will be a tangible symbol of critical thinking and exploration while opening doors to the vast world of STEM careers. The hard hats will serve as more than just a physical object; they'll become a powerful tool for cognitive development. Firstly, they'll visually represent the concept of critical thinking, reminding students to approach challenges with an analytical mindset. Secondly, equipped with their hard hats, students will engage in hands-on activities that promote exploration and inquiry, reinforcing the importance of critical thinking. Lastly, associating the hard hats with STEM activities will expose students to various career paths in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, sparking their interest in future STEM endeavors. Our goals for this project extend beyond the acquisition of hard hats. We aim to cultivate critical thinkers who approach challenges confidently and creatively, foster interest in STEM by inspiring a passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and create lasting memories through memorable educational experiences. Our students, a diverse group of young minds with boundless curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, are exceptional. They're not afraid to ask questions, make mistakes, and explore new ideas, always eager to discover what lies beyond the classroom walls. With their passion for learning and zest for life, we're excited to embark on this journey with them.

Mrs. Aguilar
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Xuhal 30 Pcs 4 Pt. Suspension Hard Hat Bulk Construction Hard Hat for Safety V Shape Cap Style Hardhats Adjustable Construction Hats for Men for Work Protection Supplies (Blue) • Amazon Business $219.79 3 $659.37

Materials cost

$659.37

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$699.26

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$123.40

Total project goal

$822.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $822.66

2 Donors

-$125.00

Donations toward project cost

-$106.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.75

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 $697.66

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