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Mr. Joshua Pietro Christian Patterson from Waimanalo, HI is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Unlocking Potential: Whiteboards and LEGO Sets for Inclusive STEM Learning

Help me give my students a way to express their STEM learning and experiences.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Joshua Pietro Christian Patterson's classroom raised $1,192

This project is fully funded

My Project

How Will the Specific Items You're Requesting Make a Difference in Their Learning?

Whiteboards: Whiteboards foster interactive learning, encouraging active participation, collaboration, and sharing of ideas.

These tools make complex concepts more accessible and engaging, benefiting students who may struggle with traditional teaching methods.

LEGO Sets: LEGO sets ignite creativity and problem-solving skills. They bridge the gap between imagination and engineering, making STEM concepts hands-on and fun. LEGO sets offer our students a unique opportunity to explore and innovate.

What Are Your Goals for This Project?

Enhance Learning Outcomes: We aim to improve academic achievements and critical thinking skills, empowering our students to excel in their studies.

Inspire Creativity and Engineering Passion: We want to ignite a lifelong love for creativity and engineering, encouraging our students to explore STEM fields with enthusiasm.

Celebrate Our Special Students: Our students are exceptional because of their diverse backgrounds, talents, and potential. This project celebrates their individuality and provides them with tools for success in a supportive learning environment.

Mr. Joshua Pietro Christian Patterson Waimanalo Elementary Intermediate 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.

Waimanalo, HI 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

150 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
72 x 40 Double Sided Rolling Whiteboard, Mobile Whiteboard Magnetic White Board - Large Reversible Dry Erase Board Easel Standing Board on Wheels with Silver Aluminum Frame and Stand • Amazon Business $285.97 2 $571.94
LEGO Ideas NASA Apollo Saturn V 92176 Outer Space Model Rocket for Kids and Adults, Science Building Kit (1969 Pieces) • Amazon Business $218.99 1 $218.99
LEGO Technic NASA Mars Rover Perseverance 42158 Advanced Building Kit for Kids Ages 10+, NASA Toy with Replica Ingenuity Helicopter, for Kids Who Love Engineering and Science Projects • Amazon Business $99.95 1 $99.95
Volcanics Dry Erase Markers Low Odor Fine Whiteboard Markers Thin Box of 12, 10 Colors • Amazon Business $6.16 3 $18.48
Poffattr Fridge Magnet, Refrigerator Magnets, Strong Magnets for Whiteboard, Neodymium Magnet Perfect Whiteboard Pack of 20PCS in a Box • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Space Shuttle Stocking Stuffer for Kids, Creative Gift Idea for Boys and Girls Ages 6+, Build and Rebuild This Space Shuttle Toy into an Astronaut Figure or a Spaceship, 31134 • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$928.34

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$40.85

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,013.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$178.79

Total project goal

$1,191.91

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,191.91

1 Donor

-$238.38

Donations toward project cost

-$202.62

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.76

match offer

-$953.53

Match offer toward project cost

-$810.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$143.03

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$0.00

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