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Mr. Pfaff from Lancaster, PA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empower Trout Conservation & STEM in a Special Needs Classroom

Help me give my students with special needs STEM supplies for our Trout in the Classroom conservation program! As we raise 150 trout for Pennsylvania, we need STEM supplies, fish tank supplies, fish related games and related literature!

  • 8 donors
  • $302 goal

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My Project

Hi! We need your help with a special needs STEM supplies for our Trout in the Classroom conservation program! As we raise 150 trout for Pennsylvania, we need STEM supplies, fish tank supplies, fish related games and related literature!

Trout serve as fascinating subjects that allow the integration of various STEAM elements; the books in this project will help my students to research trout and their environmental impact on local waterways in Pennsylvania!

I teach in an urban school and this fall we are raising trout in our classroom to release into local waterways at the end of the year. This program and the supplies listed will help foster a love for learning through an immersive exploration of trout and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) activities. Our goal is to create an engaging and educational environment where students can dive into the world of aquatic life while simultaneously developing essential STEAM skills.

From studying their life cycle (Science) to creating trout habitats (Engineering) and exploring artistic expressions and games like legos inspired by their environment (Arts), this project will seamlessly incorporate multiple disciplines.

Real-World Connections: Understanding the life cycle of trout and the ecosystems they inhabit provides real-world context for science and environmental studies. Students will connect theoretical knowledge with practical applications, fostering a deeper appreciation for the interconnectedness of nature.

Your generous contributions will directly impact my students' education by enabling us to acquire a diverse selection of trout-focused books and the necessary materials for STEAM activities. Together, we can create an immersive learning environment that sparks curiosity, fosters creativity, and instills a passion for lifelong learning.

Mr. Pfaff
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
LX Hand Painted Rainbow Trout Replica Wall Mount Game Fish Decor Room Ornament Plaque 18" • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Epakh 22 Packs A5 Spiral Notebook Hard cover Spiral Journal, Wide Ruled Pages, 50 Sheets 100 Pages, 8.3 x 5.5 Inches, Brown (Lined Style) • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
LEGO - Animal Crossing Kapp?n?s Island Boat Tour Video Game Toy 77048 • Best Buy Education $29.99 1 $29.99
LEGO - Minecraft The Axolotl House 21247 • Best Buy Education $26.99 1 $26.99
Earth Sky + Water - Freshwater Fishes of the Northeast - Poster • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Watersheds: A Practical Handbook for Healthy Water • Amazon Business $15.97 1 $15.97
Safari Ltd Safariology Collection - Realistic Life Cycle of a Salmon Set - 5 Separate Pieces in Set - Non-toxic and BPA Free - Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $11.86 1 $11.86
Fish: A Picture Book • Amazon Business $11.26 1 $11.26
Pennsylvania 6" Trout Fly Fishing Bumper Sticker Decal Set Waterproof Vinyl Great Gift for Angler Truck Boat Jeep Car Brown Trout Rainbow Trout Brook Trout • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Grandmother Fish: A Child's First Book of Evolution • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49

Materials cost

$212.48

Vendor shipping charges

$10.99

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.19

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$256.66

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$45.29

Total project goal

$301.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$301.95

7 Donors

-$291.75

Donations toward project cost

-$256.66

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.09

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$10.20

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$0.00

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