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Ms. Mendoza from Sunnyvale, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Exploring STEM Stations

Help me give my students STEM stations where they can explore and use their creative skills.

  • $512 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.

My Project

My students love exploring and being creative. If this project is funded, it would allow me to provide my students with STEM items they can use at different stations.

With the STEM kits in this project, my students will be able to explore, use critical thinking and be hands on.

The timer will help with timing of rotations. The crayon sharpener will save many crayons from going unused or in the trash. The wagon will help me with material transportation to and from school. The table spots will help my small groups be more interactive. The bean bag for my calming corner to create a safe space for big feelings. The whistle will be used during recess duty or when I am trying to get my students attention when they are scattered outside. Finally, the wireless mic will help on the daily for lessons and specially to help preserve my voice when feeling under the weather.

Ms. Mendoza Bishop Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

More about Ms. Mendoza

Sunnyvale, CA View local requests

More than half of 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

24 students impacted 11donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wagon, Collapsible Folding Outdoor Utility Wagon, Garden Carts for Sports, Shopping, Camping (Black/1 Year Warrant) • Amazon Business $58.39 1 $58.39
X-ACTO Crayon Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, Electric Sharpener with SafeStart Automatic Motor, Great for Home or Schools • Amazon Business $55.40 1 $55.40
Big Joe Dorm Bean Bag Chair with Drink Holder and Pocket, Spicy Lime Smartmax, Durable Polyester Nylon Blend, 3 feet • Amazon Business $54.54 1 $54.54
Magnetic Tiles Building Blocks for Kids, STEM Approved Educational Toys,3D Magnet Puzzles Stacking Blocks for Boys Girls,100 PCS Advanced Set with 2 Cars… • Amazon Business $39.30 1 $39.30
Dual Wireless Lavalier Microphone for Camera/iPhone/Android Phone/Laptop/Computer/GoPro, Professional Plug-Play Lapel Microphone Wireless for Video Recording, Interview, Vlogging, YouTube - K2 • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
TOMYOU 400 Pieces Building Blocks Kids STEM Toys Educational Building Toys Discs Sets Interlocking Solid Plastic for Preschool Kids Boys and Girls Aged 3+, Safe Material Creativity Kids Toys • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Secura 60-Minute Visual Countdown Timer, 7.5-Inch Oversize Classroom Visual Timer for Kids and Adults, Durable Mechanical Kitchen Timer Clock with Magnetic Backing (Blue) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Kleenex Expressions Soothing Lotion Facial Tissues with Coconut Oil, Aloe & Vitamin E, 12 Boxes, 45 Tissues per Box, 3-Ply (540 Total Tissues) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
New Larger Size! | The Original Table Spots for Teachers | No Staining, No Shadowing, Complete Erase! Dry Erase, 10 Pack Multicolor Circles, Wall Stickers, Decals • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Mr. Sketch Scented Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 22 Count • Amazon Business $14.18 1 $14.18
Electronic Whistle, Battery Operated Whistle Adjustable 3 Different Loud Whistle Sounds with Lanyard Handheld Electronic Whistles for Referees Volleyball Coaches Teacher, Soccer Sports Whistle-Black • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Bleach Free Cleaning Wipes, Multi-surface Wipes, Fresh Scent & Crisp Lemon Value Pack, 75 Wipes (Pack of 3) - Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $11.70 1 $11.70
Teacher Created Resources Scribble Calendar Days • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$365.44

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$33.44

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$434.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$76.65

Total project goal

$511.01

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$511.01

8 Donors

-$300.21

Donations toward project cost

-$264.18

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.03

Matching donations from our partners

-$200.21

Match offers toward project cost

-$170.18

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.03

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$10.59

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$0.00

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