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Dr. Solomon Osofero from Lanham Seabrook, MD is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Charging Up and Exploring Genetics

Help me give my students work comfortably on a charged Chromebook and understand genetics in a fun way.

  • $562 goal

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Dr. Solomon Osofero has another project! Donate to Growing Minds: A Classroom Garden for STEM and Sustainability to help their classroom.

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Dr. Solomon Osofero has another project! Donate to Growing Minds: A Classroom Garden for STEM and Sustainability to help their classroom.

$224 - complete this project and be a hero

My Project

The chargers are for my students Chromebook, many of them already either lost their chargers, forgot to bring it to school or it is damaged. By having the chargers available in the classroom will help students continue uninterrupted learning.

Hands-on genetics lab activities offer several important benefits in the field of genetics education and research.

Hands-on genetics lab activities are valuable because they provide experiential Learning reinforcing theoretical knowledge with practical experience. Genetics lab activities help students develop essential laboratory skills such as pipetting, gel electrophoresis, DNA extraction, and PCR (polymerase chain reaction). These skills are crucial for anyone pursuing a career in genetics, molecular biology, or related fields.

Lab activities often involve troubleshooting and problem-solving. Students encounter real-world challenges and learn to think critically to identify and address issues that may arise during experiments. This fosters problem-solving skills and adaptability. For those considering a career in research, hands-on genetics lab experience is essential. It provides a foundation for future research endeavors and can make students more competitive when applying for research positions, internships, or graduate programs.

In summary, hands-on genetics lab activities play a crucial role in genetics education by providing practical experience, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and preparing students for careers in research and related fields.

Dr. Solomon Osofero Duval 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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Lanham Seabrook, MD 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

172 students impacted 8donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
65W 45W for Dell USB C Charger Latitude 5420 5520 7320 7370 7420 Chromebook 3100 2 in 1 XPS Series LA65NM170 HA65NM170 02YK0F 0M1WCF Type C Power Cord Dell Laptop Charger Replacement • Amazon Business $12.89 20 $257.80
Wisconsin Fast Plants 72-Hour Monohybrid Genetics Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $94.50 1 $94.50
Dell Laptop Charger 65W watt AC Power Adapter(Power Supply) 19.5V 3.34A for Dell • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Bartovation Super Taster Test Genetics Lab Kit with Instructions, Phenylthiourea (PTC), Sodium Benzoate [Each Vial Includes 100 Paper Strips] • Amazon Business $14.76 1 $14.76

Materials cost

$407.04

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$24.42

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$477.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$84.27

Total project goal

$561.79

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$561.79

6 Donors

-$280.16

Donations toward project cost

-$239.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$40.77

Matching donations from our partners

-$280.15

Match offers toward project cost

-$238.13

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$42.02

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.48

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$0.00

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