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Ms. Gladden from Springfield, MA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Explore, Experiment, Learn, Discover!

Help me give my students hands-on science experiments that ignite their curiosity and exploration.

  • 2 donors
  • $782 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.

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Dear Donors

The specific items I’m requesting will provide students with hands-on, interactive learning experiences that enhance their understanding of scientific concepts, promote critical thinking, and foster problem-solving skills, all while sparking curiosity and encouraging active participation in their learning journey.

My goals for this project are to engage students in hands-on learning, deepen their understanding of scientific concepts through interactive experiments, foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and inspire curiosity and excitement about science, ultimately helping them develop a lifelong love for learning and exploration.

My students thrive in an environment where learning is interactive, engaging, and hands-on. As students with IEPs, they benefit from activities that provide sensory experiences and allow them to actively participate in their learning. These exciting, hands-on activities cater to their unique learning needs, helping them build confidence, stay motivated, and grasp concepts more effectively through real-world application. Their enthusiasm and curiosity are sparked when they can directly interact with the material, making their educational journey both meaningful and enjoyable.

Ms. Gladden Springfield Public Day Middle School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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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

95 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Elmer's Fairy Dust Slime Kit, 4 Piece Set, Pink - Elementary - Kids • School Specialty $17.02 8 $136.16
Duck Tape The Original Duct Tape 1.88 x 55 yds. Silver 3 Pack (241640) • Staples $28.24 4 $112.96
ThinkFun Gravity Maze Marble Run Brain Game and STEM Toy for Boys and Girls Age 8 and Up: Toy of the Year Award Winner • Amazon Business $24.72 4 $98.88
Dowling Magnets Alnico Magnet Science Kit - Aluminum/Steel - Elementary-Middle School - Kids • School Specialty $22.75 4 $91.00
Robelle 12-Pack Pool Noodles, Blue and Pink • Amazon Business $47.58 1 $47.58
KASEMI Pipe Cleaners,1000 pcs and 20 Assorted Colors 12 inch Chenille Stems for DIY Art Creative Crafts Decorations • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Amazon Elements Baby Wipes, Unscented, 810 Count, Flip-Top Packs • Amazon Business $17.73 1 $17.73
Mr. Pen- Wooden Clothes Pins, Natural Wood, 50 Pack, 2.9 Inch, Colorful Rust Resistant Clothes Pins for Hanging Clothes, Clothes Pins Wood, Clothing Pins, Clothes Pegs, Clothespins, Wood Clothespin • Amazon Business $6.98 2 $13.96
Amazon Basics Dish Soap, Fresh Scent, 30 fl oz, Pack of 4 • Amazon Business $12.92 1 $12.92
Blue Sky K&C Clear Plastic Cups Bulk - 9 oz. (Pack of 100) - Disposable Plastic Drinkware, Perfect Clear Drinking Cup for Cold Drinks And Everyday Use • Amazon Business $12.35 1 $12.35
Amazon Basics Aluminum Foil, 250 Sq Ft, Pack of 1 • Amazon Business $11.65 1 $11.65
Food Coloring Set - 12 Color Food Grade Vibrant Food Dye Tasteless Liquid Color for Cake Decorating, Baking, Easter Egg, Icing, Fondant, Cooking, Slime Making DIY Supplies Kit - 0.35 Fl. oz (10 ml)/Bottles • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98
Party Dimensions Dessert Bowl-5oz | White | Pack of 100 Plastic Bowl, 5 oz, 5 oz. Bowl (12500) • Amazon Business $6.93 1 $6.93
Toysmith Classic Bag of Marbles • Kaplan Early Learning Company $3.56 1 $3.56
Staples Economy #16 Rubber Bands 500/Pack (28615-CC) • Staples $3.54 1 $3.54
Q-tips Cotton Swabs ,SWAB,QTIPS,ANTIBAC,300/PK • Amazon Business $2.47 1 $2.47

Materials cost

$602.66

Vendor shipping charges

 $22.72

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$664.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$117.25

Total project goal

$781.67

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $781.67

1 Donor

-$390.83

Donations toward project cost

-$332.21

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.62

match offer

-$390.84

Match offer toward project cost

-$332.21

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.63

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