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Ms. Gillis from Rock Hill, SC is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Watch It Grow, Now Let's Eat!

Help me give my students a planting system so they can watch and eat fresh vegetables.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Gillis's classroom raised $779

This project is fully funded

My Project

Implementing a vertical hydroponic garden tower system can offer several benefits to your student's learning experience:

Hands-on Learning: Engaging students in the process of setting up and maintaining the hydroponic garden provides them with practical experience in agriculture, biology, and environmental science.

They can learn about plant growth, nutrient cycles, and sustainable farming practices firsthand.

Interdisciplinary Education: Integrating the hydroponic garden into various subjects such as science, math, and even art can create interdisciplinary learning opportunities. For example, students can track plant growth over time, measure nutrient levels, and calculate harvest yields. They can also explore artistic aspects by designing the layout of the garden or creating visual representations of their observations.

Nutritional Education: By growing fresh vegetables in the hydroponic garden, students can learn about the nutritional value of different plants and the importance of incorporating fruits and vegetables into their diets. They can explore concepts such as vitamins, minerals, and dietary diversity while cultivating an appreciation for healthy eating habits.

Life Skills Development: Managing the hydroponic garden teaches students responsibility, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. They will learn how to care for living organisms, troubleshoot issues such as nutrient deficiencies or pest infestations, and collaborate with their peers to achieve common goals.

The vertical hydroponic garden tower system will enrich your student's learning experience by providing hands-on, interdisciplinary education, fostering nutritional awareness, promoting environmental stewardship, and developing essential life skills. The bonus of enjoying the fresh vegetables they've grown will undoubtedly enhance their sense of accomplishment and appreciation for healthy, sustainable living.

Ms. Gillis Castle Heights Middle School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Rock Hill, SC View local requests

Nearly all 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

HBCU Alum 120 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
EXOTOWER 3 TIER/12 PLANT HYDROPONIC/AEROPONIC KIT for Indoor & Outdoor Gardening - Grow Vegetables, Herbs, and Fruits from Home • Amazon Business $268.99 2 $537.98
72 Sets Rockwool Cubes and Net Pots, 1.2 * 1.2 * 1.5 inch Rock Wool 72 Plugs & 72-Pack 2inch Net Cups for Hydroponics Growing Systemm, Garden Tower Supplies • Amazon Business $21.99 2 $43.98

Materials cost

$581.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $41.03

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$661.72

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$116.77

Total project goal

$778.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $778.49

1 Donor

-$389.23

Donations toward project cost

-$330.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.38

match offer

-$389.26

Match offer toward project cost

-$330.87

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.39

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