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Ms. Burdett from Grand Prairie, TX is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Aquaponics in the Library!

Help me give my students the experience of witnessing symbiotic relationships right in front of their eyes!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Burdett's classroom raised $553

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

What makes the students at Austin Environmental Science Academy special is their inherent curiosity and passion for the natural world. They are enthusiastic learners who actively seek opportunities to engage with the environment and explore its wonders. With a unique focus on environmental education, the students already demonstrate a keen understanding of sustainability and ecological concepts beyond their years. Their open-mindedness and willingness to embrace innovative learning experiences make them ideal candidates to benefit from the introduction of an aquaponics tank. By nurturing their innate curiosity and passion, the school aims to empower these students to become responsible environmental stewards and catalysts for positive change in their communities and beyond.

The introduction of an aquaponics tank at Austin Environmental Science Academy will significantly impact the student's learning experience by providing a tangible and immersive learning platform for students to witness the intricacies of symbiotic relationships between the goldfish and plants.

Observing the direct cause-and-effect relationship between fish waste and plant growth will make ecological concepts come alive, enhancing their understanding of natural processes. This hands-on experience will foster a deeper connection with nature and inspire a greater sense of responsibility toward environmental conservation.

The goals for this project are twofold. Firstly, it aims to enhance the students' understanding of ecological concepts, sustainability, and the importance of interconnectedness in the natural world. Through the aquaponics system, the students will learn valuable lessons about self-sustaining ecosystems and the significance of balance in the environment. Secondly, the project aims to instill a sense of curiosity, wonder, and enthusiasm for the next generation of environmentally conscious leaders.

Ms. Burdett Juan Seguin Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Grand Prairie, TX 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

400 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
AquaSprouts Complete Set • Carolina Biological Supply Company $247.50 1 $247.50
LED Grow Light • Carolina Biological Supply Company $62.10 1 $62.10
Carolina Seed Assortment Set • Carolina Biological Supply Company $28.80 1 $28.80
GloFish Aquarium Gravel, Fish Tank Gravel, Black With Fluorescent Accents, Compliments GloFish Tanks, 5 lb Bag • Amazon Business $5.68 3 $17.04
PietyPet Fish Tank Decorations Plants with Resin Broken Barrel and Cave Rock View, 15pcs Aquarium Decorations Plants Plastic,Fish Tank Accessories, Fish Cave and Hideout Ornaments, Aquarium Decor • Amazon Business $15.89 1 $15.89
Legigo 50 Pcs 30mm Peat Pellets Starter Pods, Compressed Starting Plugs Pellet Fiber Soil Helps to Avoid Root Shock for Planting Herb Flower Vegetables • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Parsley Seeds 3-Pack • Kaplan Early Learning Company $9.86 1 $9.86
Sweet Basil Seeds 3-Pack • Kaplan Early Learning Company $9.86 1 $9.86
Dwarf French Marigold Seeds 3-Pack • Kaplan Early Learning Company $9.86 1 $9.86
Penn-Plax Spongebob Squarepants Officially Licensed Aquarium Ornament – Spongebob’s Pineapple House – Medium • Amazon Business $8.58 1 $8.58
Penn-Plax Spongebob Squarepants Officially Licensed Aquarium Ornament – Squidward’s Easter Island Home – Medium • Amazon Business $6.80 1 $6.80
2 Pack Aquarium Fish Nets, DSSPORT 4 Inch Small Mesh Fish Catch Nets with Plastic Handle Green (Pine Green) • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$433.27

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$469.77

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$82.90

Total project goal

$552.67

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $552.67

2 Donors

-$75.00

Donations toward project cost

-$63.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.25

match offer

-$477.67

Match offer toward project cost

-$406.02

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$71.65

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