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Mrs. Matthews from Olive Branch, MS is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cultivating Knowledge: Enhancing High School Biology with Innovative Indoor Hydroponics

Help me give my students a cutting-edge indoor hydroponics system to enhance hands-on learning in biology, foster critical thinking, and promote sustainability and environmental stewardship.

  • 5 donors
  • $348 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Implementing an indoor hydroponics system in our high school biology classroom will revolutionize our approach to hands-on learning, offering students a cutting-edge, STEM-based educational experience. This innovative system will allow students to engage directly with plant biology, environmental science, and sustainable agriculture. By observing and managing plant growth in a controlled environment, students will gain a deeper understanding of plant physiology, photosynthesis, and nutrient cycles.

This immersive, practical application of theoretical concepts will not only enhance comprehension but also inspire future careers in science and technology.

The system will serve as a living laboratory, where students can conduct experiments, collect data, and analyze results in real time. This experiential learning will foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills. Additionally, the hydroponics project supports interdisciplinary learning, connecting biology with chemistry, physics, and environmental science. By investing in this advanced educational tool, we prepare our students for the challenges of the future, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in higher education and beyond.

Mrs. Matthews
Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sjzx Tower Garden Hydroponics Growing System,18-Plant Indoor Vertical Garden with LED Timing Grow Light,Nursery Germination Kit Including Water Level,2Pcs Smart Plug,BPA-Free(No Seedlings Included) • Amazon Business $234.99 1 $234.99
Hydroponic Pods Supplies iFarm 74Pcs : Affordable Grow Anything Kit with 28 Grow Sponges, 16 Grow Baskets, 30 Pod Labels - Compatible with Hydroponics Growing System Indoor Garden from Most Brands • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98

Materials cost

$244.97

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $17.15

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$295.79

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$52.20

Total project goal

$347.99

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $347.99

3 Donors

-$225.33

Donations toward project cost

-$191.53

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.80

Matching donations from our partners

-$122.66

Match offers toward project cost

-$104.26

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.40

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