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Ms. Carpenter from Miami Beach, FL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Catalyst for Curiosity: Igniting Minds Through Immersive Science Education

Help me give my students a welcoming, collaborative, and engaging space in which to learn!

  • $274 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 the crucible of our classroom, young minds are nurtured, their curiosity piqued, their imaginations ignited. Here, with the resources you provide, my students' thirst for discovery will find sustenance in a dynamic, immersive learning environment. Chalkboard contact paper will transform walls into vast expanses of knowledge, where complex concepts become visible, tangible entities. Collaboratively, my students can draw and visualize the science that they learn, promoting both kinesthetic and visual learning.

"Shoot for the stars, and you'll land among them." We will be taking this saying quite literally in our classroom this year.

Included in this project are solar system planetary decorations and an outer space galaxy wall sticker. These visual aids and decorations will not only serve to beautify our classroom and make it a more welcoming place to learn, but they will also stimulate students’ creativity and foster a more profound understanding of science. Further embellished by science banners, posters, and a scientist bulletin board set, our classroom will transform into a visually rich learning hub, motivating students to engagement and bridging the gap between abstract scientific concepts and their concrete understanding.

Ms. Carpenter Fienberg-Fisher K-8 Center Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

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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Miami Beach, FL 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

140 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Chalkboard Contact Paper Decal Wall Sticker Adhesive Blackboard, TAKSDAI 2 Rolls Removable Vinyl Chalkboard Wallpaper Peel and Stick, with Bonus 10 Colorful Chalks, Each Roll 18 in. × 6.6 ft. • Amazon Business $11.99 6 $71.94
Flora Maria Shop - School Classroom Decorations - Bulletin Board Decoration - Motivational Posters For Classroom - Office Decor - Middle School Classroom Must Haves - Growth Mindset Poster 22 Set V2 • Amazon Business $25.00 1 $25.00
12 Motivational Posters - Neon Sign Style Wall Art - Decorate your classroom, bedroom, or home office with inspirational quotes - Perfect for teachers, Counselors and Students (11in x 17in) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Quanhaigou Galaxy Wall Sticker,Outer Space Removable Floor Decals,Art Magic 3D Milky Way Home Decor Kids Children Bedroom • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Sproutbrite Classroom Decorations - Banner Posters for Teachers - Bulletin Board and Wall Decor for Pre School, Elementary and Middle School Themes • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
DUAIAI 13 Pieces Industrial Chic Bulletin Board Posters, Inspirational Quote Positive Affirmation Motivational Posters with Welcome Sign for School Decor Classroom Decorations • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Keep Calm Collection Notice to All Students, Motivational Classroom Poster • Amazon Business $11.95 1 $11.95
LINDOO 30Pcs Solar System Party Supplies - Outer Space Party Planet Hanging Swirl Decorations • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
31 Pieces Scientist Bulletin Board Set Laminated Science Posters Classroom Decals Banner Classroom Wall Decoration for Teachers Science Lab Cutouts School Bulletin Board Office Party Supplies • Amazon Business $10.59 1 $10.59

Materials cost

$199.39

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.99

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$232.38

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$41.01

Total project goal

$273.39

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $273.39

1 Donor

-$136.70

Donations toward project cost

-$116.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.50

match offer

-$136.68

Match offer toward project cost

-$116.18

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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