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Dr. Kam from Ewa Beach, HI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Transforming Lives Through Aquaponics: A Second Chance for Students

Help me give my students a second chance to love learning through aquaponics sustainability PBL projects. These are for credit recovery students with the hope of helping engage them in learning science.

FULLY FUNDED! Dr. Kam's classroom raised $558

This project is fully funded

My Project

Imagine a classroom where students rediscover their love for learning while working hands-on with nature. With your support, we can create an engaging and sustainable learning environment through aquaponic systems that will empower our credit recovery students.

These innovative systems will not only provide them with a unique project-based learning experience but also teach vital skills in sustainability and environmental stewardship.

By integrating aquaponics into our curriculum, we are giving these students a second chance to earn credits and reignite their passion for education.

Join us in making a difference and help us cultivate a new generation of learners who are inspired to thrive in school and beyond! Your generous contributions will create opportunities for growth, creativity, and a deeper understanding of our interconnected world. Thank you for being a part of this transformative journey and a second chance for these students!

Dr. Kam Ewa Makai Middle 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.

Ewa Beach, HI View local requests

More than a third 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

50 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Desktop Aquaponics Kit • Ward's Science $152.96 1 $152.96
Tetra Aquarium, 10 Gallon, Complete Tropical Fish Tank Kit with LED Lighting for Freshwater Fish • Amazon Business $147.32 1 $147.32
Tetra Aquarium, 20 Gallon, Complete Tropical Fish Tank Kit With LED Lighting And Decor For Freshwater Fish • Amazon Business $119.14 1 $119.14

Materials cost

$419.42

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$18.45

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.29

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$474.16

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.68

Total project goal

$557.84

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$557.84

1 Donor

-$557.84

Donations toward project cost

-$474.16

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$83.68

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$0.00

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