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Ms. Jones from Brooklyn, NY is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bringing Learning to Life: a River Ecosystem for All Students

Help me give my students the hands-on experiences they need to develop a deep understanding of ecology. The river tank ecosystem kit and supplies will help make abstract ecological concepts more concrete to my special needs students.

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My Project

Imagine a classroom where science comes alive where students see, hear, and touch the natural world instead of just reading about it. A river ecosystem tank will provide hands-on, sensory-friendly learning for both special needs and general education students, helping them grasp complex science concepts in a way that’s engaging, calming, and interactive.

With live fish, aquatic plants, flowing water, and a filtration system, students will observe real-life ecosystems, understanding food chains, water cycles, and environmental balance.

This multi-sensory experience is especially valuable for special needs students, who benefit from visual, tactile, and structured learning experiences. The soothing sound of water and the movement of fish can also create a calming environment that supports focus and engagement.

Our goal is to make science accessible to all learners by fostering curiosity, responsibility, and teamwork. Students will take turns maintaining the ecosystem feeding fish, testing water quality, and tracking growth giving them a sense of ownership and responsibility while developing essential life skills.

My students are inquisitive, creative, and eager to learn, but many struggle with traditional instruction. This project will bridge the gap between theory and real world experience, helping students of all abilities see themselves as scientists, problem-solvers, and caretakers of the environment. With your support, we can transform our classroom into a living lab that inspires lifelong learning.

Ms. Jones Pathways In Technology Early College High School Grades 9-12

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Brooklyn, NY 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
River Tank Complete Ecosystem • Carolina Biological Supply Company $359.99 1 $359.99
River Tank Accessory Set • Carolina Biological Supply Company $107.50 1 $107.50
River Tank Animal Set • Carolina Biological Supply Company $84.92 1 $84.92
River Tank Plant Set • Carolina Biological Supply Company $76.66 1 $76.66

Materials cost

$629.07

Vendor shipping charges

 $81.78

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$750.29

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$132.40

Total project goal

$882.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $882.69

1 Donor

-$394.89

Donations toward project cost

-$375.15

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.74

match offer

-$441.34

Match offer toward project cost

-$375.14

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$66.20

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$46.46

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 $0.00

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