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Ms. Abuhabsah-Ghusein from Chicago, IL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Come Alive

Help me give my students LEGO brick boxes to make STEM come alive.

  • Friends & family pre-funding
  • $184 goal

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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 today’s world, where information and technology are always changing, it’s very important for students to have a strong understanding of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). The National Science Foundation says that improving students' skills in these subjects is essential for future success.

As a teacher, I get to work with a fantastic group of students who are excited about learning.

They make every day enjoyable as we explore new topics together. Even though they come from different backgrounds, and some face financial challenges, they are among the most dedicated and impressive learners I have ever taught.

I am determined to give all my students, no matter their financial situation, the chance to explore the exciting world of STEM. Getting involved with STEM early can open many doors for their future.

The LEGO kits we will use are great tools for students to check their progress, see where they can improve, and make their learning experience even better. They will work together to make a car move.

In order to introduce my students to aviation concepts using LEGO model cars, we discus basic principles of motion and aerodynamics such as speed, drag, and thrust. We use the LEGO cars to demonstrate how changing designs, like adding or removing certain parts, can affect how fast or far they move. This hands-on activity not only makes learning engaging but also helps students grasp foundational aviation concepts in a tangible way.

Ms. Abuhabsah-Ghusein Dawes Elementary School Grades 6-8

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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Chicago, IL 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

900 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
LEGO Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696 Building Toy Set - Featuring Storage, Includes Train, Car, and a Tiger Figure, and Playset for Kids, Boys, and Girls Ages 4-99 • Amazon Business $24.88 5 $124.40

Materials cost

$124.40

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$156.27

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.58

Total project goal

$183.85

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