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Ms. Sims from Chicago, IL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Wings of Discovery: Empowering Education Through Aviation

Help me give my students HOLY STONE DRONES to learn the fundamentals of aviation and flight.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Sims's classroom raised $882

This project is fully funded

My Project

Introducing drones into my 5th-grade STEM class will offer a unique opportunity to engage with the fundamentals of aviation in a hands-on, interactive way. Drones make complex concepts like aerodynamics, lift, thrust, and gravity more accessible by allowing students to see and experience how these forces work in real time.

Aviation is a crucial field that ties together multiple areas of STEM-It’s not just about understanding how things fly but also involves problem-solving, critical thinking, and an appreciation for the science behind machines that have shaped global transportation and exploration-learning aviation in 5th grade helps students.

Operating drones and solving aviation-related challenges often require teamwork. Students will work together on tasks such as navigating obstacle courses, adjusting flight settings, or troubleshooting drone issues, enhancing their communication and cooperation skills.

Through aviation, students will grasp fundamental concepts of physics, math, and engineering, such as lift, thrust, weight, and balance. These key concepts apply not only to drones but to broader engineering and science disciplines.

Students will dive into the science of flight, learning how drones operate and understanding key aviation principles such as aerodynamics, navigation, and flight control. Through hands-on experience, they will grasp the forces that make flight possible and gain valuable insight into the world of aviation.Once students master the basics, they will have the opportunity to take on leadership roles by teaching what they’ve learned to our 4th grade STEM class. This peer-teaching approach reinforces their own understanding while helping them develop confidence, communication skills, and a deeper mastery of aviation concepts.

My students are special because they approach learning with enthusiasm curiosity, and a unique drive to explore new and exciting topics. These young learners have shown exceptional engagement with STEM activities, and aviation is the perfect extension of their interests.

Ms. Sims Owen Scholastic Academy Grades 3-5

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

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Chicago, IL View local requests

More than half 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

HBCU Alum 280 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Holy Stone HS110D FPV RC Drone with 1080P HD Camera Live Video 120°Wide-Angle WiFi Quadcopter with Gravity Sensor, Voice & Gesture Control, Altitude Hold, Headless Mode, 3D Flip RTF 2 Batteries • Amazon Business $89.99 4 $359.96
Apple - 10.9-Inch iPad - Latest Model - (10th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 64GB - Yellow • Best Buy Education $349.00 1 $349.00

Materials cost

$708.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$749.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$132.28

Total project goal

$881.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $881.87

2 Donors

-$347.30

Donations toward project cost

-$332.30

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

Matching donations from our partners

-$490.93

Match offers toward project cost

-$417.29

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.64

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$43.64

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 $0.00

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