Using the Hydroponics System to Grow Plants in Our Classroom!
Help me give my students the opportunity to learn about growing plants within a hydroponic system, which will revolutionize our science curriculum by providing hands-on learning experiences that engage our students in understanding plant growth and biology.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Goitia's classroom raised $319
This project is fully funded
My Project
Our science classroom depends on hands-on activities that engage all children in the learning process, especially those with special needs.
We are seeking support to acquire a hydroponic system for our science classroom, and we believe this will have significant benefits for our young learners.
The hydroponic system will provide the children with an interactive STEM education and aid them in learning about the role of nutrients, water, and light in plant growth.
This project connects closely with our Exercise unit, where we are teaching our children about healthy lifestyle choices. Growing their own vegetables using hydroponics will teach students about healthy food options and the importance of fresh produce. They will gain an appreciation for nutritious foods and learn about where their food comes from. Finally, we hope that by engaging in hydroponic gardening, our young learners will foster skills such as responsibility, patience, and teamwork.
To make this vision a reality, we are seeking support to purchase a hydroponic system, including a kit, seeds, pebbles, and other materials for our science classroom. Your support will directly impact the education and growth of our preschoolers, providing them with invaluable experiences that will shape their understanding of science and the natural world.
More than half of students from low‑income households
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Carolina STEM Challenge: Hydroponics Kit
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$115.20
1
$115.20
2 lbs xGarden LECA Expanded Clay Pebbles - Horticultural Grade for Soil Hydroponics Aquaponics
• Amazon Business
$11.95
3
$35.85
Gardeners Basics, Survival Vegetable Seeds Garden Kit Over 16,000 Seeds Non-GMO and Heirloom, Great for Emergency Bugout Survival Gear 35 Varieties Seeds for Planting Vegetables 35 Plant Markers
• Amazon Business
$29.75
1
$29.75
PH Meter, TDS PPM Meter, Soil PH Tester, PH/EC Digital Kit, 3 Pack
• Amazon Business
$20.39
1
$20.39
Plant Food Hydroponic Nutrients Supplies: URUQ Hydroponics Growing System General A&B Water Soluble Solid 600ml Fertilizer for Vegetables Fruits Flowers Thrive - Indoor Herb Garden Accessories
• Amazon Business
$9.99
2
$19.98
SKINNYBUNNY Rockwool Cubes 1 inch, Rock Wool Planting Cubes with Holes, Rockwool Cubes for Hydroponics, Perfect for Soilless Culture and Transplanting, 4 Sheets of 200 Cubes
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
Materials cost
$237.16
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.56
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$270.72
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$47.77
Total project goal
$318.49
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$318.49
2 Donors
-$148.30
Donations toward project cost
-$144.66
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$3.64
match offer
-$148.31
Match offer toward project cost
-$126.06
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Goitia and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.