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Mrs. Murphy from Olathe, KS is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Gateway to STEM Success: Empowering ELLs Through Innovative Education

Help me give my students engaging STEM activities which requires students to read, communicate, and collaborate with their peers. This will foster their English language development. These fun STEM items will give way to many science related conversations!

  • 4 donors
  • $885 goal

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My Project

STEM education materials are essential for English Language Learners (ELLs) because they provide multiple benefits that enhance both language acquisition and academic achievement. STEM subjects naturally intergrate critical thinking, problem-solving, and hands-on activies, which are particulary effective for ELLs.

By donating to my project, my students will have the opportunity to be involved in interactive and collaborative projects that will require them to read instructions, communicate their ideas, and collaborate with peers.

This will foster language development in a meaningful context. This dual focus on content and language will help my students improve their English skills while mastering STEM concepts.

Proficiency in STEM subjects opens up a wide range of educational and career opportunities. By providing ELLs with access to quality STEM materials, we can help bridge the gap in educational equity and ensure that these students are well-prepared for future success in a global economy that increasingly relies on STEM skills.

By securing funding for STEM education materials, I aim to create a more inclusive and effective learning environment for our English language learners, supporting their academic growth and preparing them for future success.

Mrs. Murphy
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Create-A-Chain Reaction STEM Kit - Gr. 3-5 - Master Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $119.99 1 $119.99
Lakeshore Design & Play STEAM Cars Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 3 $89.97
Lakeshore Simple Machines Activity Tub - Gr. 4-6 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $79.99 1 $79.99
Lakeshore Building Brick STEM Challenge Kit - Pre K-Gr. 2 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 2 $79.98
Lakeshore Design & Play STEAM Boats Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $21.99 3 $65.97
Lakeshore Goldilocks & the Three Bears Problem Solving STEM Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
Lakeshore Gingerbread Man Problem Solving STEM Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
Lakeshore Building Brick STEM Challenge Kit - Gr. 3-5 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Lakeshore Draw & Shrink Craft Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 2 $29.98

Materials cost

$635.85

Vendor shipping charges

 $31.79

Sales tax

 $44.83

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.54

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$752.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$132.71

Total project goal

$884.72

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $884.72

3 Donors

-$442.36

Donations toward project cost

-$376.01

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$66.35

match offer

-$442.35

Match offer toward project cost

-$376.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$66.35

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