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Ms. Ingram-Taveras from Bronx, NY is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Aquaponics Aquarium: Living Things Grow Together

Help me give my students materials to create a mini aquaponics system in our classroom!

  • $376 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

In our first-grade curriculum, hands-on learning takes center stage, allowing students to explore and understand their surroundings deeply. Project-based learning immerses them in meaningful real-world projects, aligning perfectly with their goal of comprehending the functions of living things.

Our upcoming project introduces students to aquaponics, a fascinating concept that mimics natural ecosystems.

Here's the magic: Students will choose their class fish from a pet shop. These fish will become partners in creating mini aquaponics systems, showcasing the beautiful balance between fish and plants. 🐟🌿

The fish's meals produce "fish waste," which becomes a nutritious feast for the plants. As plants grow, they repay the favor by purifying the water for the fish. This relationship comes alive as students craft mini aquaponics systems using mason jars.

Through this project, we aim for students not only to witness the dynamic interaction between living things but also to cultivate a deeper understanding of our world's delicate connections. This mini aquaponics adventure introduces them to the wonder of aquatic teamwork.

Ms. Ingram-Taveras Samara Community School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Bronx, NY 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

72 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
HITOP Dual Outlet Aquarium Electric Air Pump, Whisper Adjustable Fish Tank Aerator, Quiet Oxygen Pump with Accessories for 20 to 100 Gallon (2 outlets) • Amazon Business $15.95 6 $95.70
SJ WAVE 7 in 1 Aquarium Test Kit for Freshwater Aquarium | Fast & Accurate Water Quality Testing Strips for Aquariums & Ponds | Monitors pH, Hardness, Nitrate, Temperature and More (100 Tests) • Amazon Business $14.99 3 $44.97
Ball Wide Mouth Clear Glass Canning Quart 32 Oz Mason Jars with Lids, 12 Pack • Amazon Business $42.98 1 $42.98
30 Pack 3 Inch Net Cup Pots with Hydroponic Self Watering Wick & Plant Labels for Aquaponics Mason Jar Insert Orchid kratky Vegetable Garden Gardening Growing Netted Baskets Slotted Mesh Wide Lip Rim • Amazon Business $9.92 3 $29.76
API STRESS COAT Aquarium Water Conditioner 16-Ounce Bottle • Amazon Business $8.81 3 $26.43
KINGLAKE 100 Pcs 3 Inch Plastic Nursery Pots-Seed and Cutting Pots for Succulent Plants (Black) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
WUWEOT 6 Pounds Decorative Small Pebbles, Natural Gravel Mixed Color Stones for Fresh Water Fish Animal Plant Aquariums, Landscaping, Home Decor etc (0.4"-0.8") • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Bonviee 5-Pack Seed Starter Tray Seedling Kits,Plant Starter Kit with Adjustable Humidity Dome and Base Indoor Greenhouse Mini Propagator for Seeds Growing Starting (12 Cells per Tray,Black) • Amazon Business $10.79 1 $10.79

Materials cost

$284.61

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.27

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$318.88

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$56.27

Total project goal

$375.15

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $375.15

1 Donor

-$253.76

Donations toward project cost

-$230.70

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.06

match offer

-$103.74

Match offer toward project cost

-$88.18

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.56

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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 $0.00

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