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Ms. Matell from Anchorage, AK is requesting technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Exploring Genetics: Genotype and Phenotype

My students need lab supplies to think about genetics! In this unit, they will compare DNA samples using gel electrophoresis and look at inheritance of traits using corn ears.

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My Students

The students at my school are unique people who thrive in this small, close-knit environment. Because we are a small school, we can be much more flexible about meeting student needs when they are struggling or flying high. Engaging science experiments are a big part of this and teach much more than just the science content.

Many students who struggle with "book learning" shine when they get to do hands-on science projects.

Since many of my students' post-graduation plans don't involve college, it becomes even more important to emphasize skills that every student can carry with them. Labs are also the window to engaging students with content at whatever level is right for them.

My Project

As much as possible, I like to teach science by having students DO science. In addition to reinforcing key science concepts, this teaches students science skills and better engages reluctant learners. I currently have no lab supplies to teach genetics.

Students have heard so much about DNA testing that a simulated DNA crime scene has become essential citizen-science.

Punnet squares don't really make sense to students without physical examples (like these corn ears) to test and measure. Together, these lab supplies will help students look at genetics in a way that integrates both genotype and phenotype into a coherent picture.

Ms. Matell Highland Academy Charter School Grades 9-12

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Anchorage, AK View local requests 30 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Exploring Electrophoresis of Dyes Classroom Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $198.00 1 $198.00
Mendelian Genetics of Corn Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $149.35 1 $149.35
Exploring Electrophoresis and Forensics Replacement Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $148.95 1 $148.95

Materials cost

$496.30

Vendor shipping charges

 $74.44

Sales tax

 $7.44

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$615.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$108.64

Total project goal

$724.26

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $724.26

1 Donor

-$724.26

Donations toward project cost

-$615.62

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$108.64

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