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Mrs. Mingus from Richmond, TX is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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F.A.I.L. (First Attempt in Learning!)

Help me give my students some fun hands-on review! I am writing this grant for about 400 students to share and use as review stations.

  • $694 goal

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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 are curious, creative, and eager to explore the world around them. They thrive when given hands-on opportunities to engage in learning, especially in science, where inquiry, experimentation, and discovery fuel their excitement. They are not afraid to take risks, ask questions, and challenge themselves to think critically.

This project is designed to review, extend, and enrich their understanding of science in a way that is both engaging and meaningful.

I emphasize the power of perseverance in our classroom—teaching my students that mistakes and failed attempts are not setbacks, but stepping stones to deeper learning. Just like scientists, they learn to embrace challenges, problem-solve, and grow from each experience.

The resources I’m requesting like the circuit Pro, will provide my students with interactive learning opportunities that bring science to life. Whether through hands-on experiments, collaborative STEM projects, or real-world applications, these materials will help them develop problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and a love for learning. My goal is to inspire their curiosity, strengthen their confidence, and show them that failure is simply part of the journey toward success.

By supporting this project, you are helping to create an environment where students feel empowered to explore, experiment, and persist—building both knowledge and resilience along the way. Thank you for believing in my students and their potential!

Mrs. Mingus David Crockett Middle School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Richmond, TX 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

150 students impacted 9donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Electronic Snap Circuits Pro SC500 • Carolina Biological Supply Company $111.98 1 $111.98
Poraxy STEM Science Kits for Kids Ages 8-10-12, 5 Set 3D Wooden Puzzles, Toys for Ages 8-13, DIY Educational Science Building Kits Crafts, Birthday Gifts for Boys and Girls 8 9 10 11 12 13 Year Old • Amazon Business $23.99 3 $71.97
ULTECHNOVO Solar System Model Kit - Earth Moon Revolves Around The Sun- Scientific Experiment Kit Teaching Model for Teens Students • Amazon Business $31.49 2 $62.98
Poraxy STEM Kits for Kids Ages 8-10-12, 5 Set Wooden 3D Puzzles, Educational Science Experiment Building Projects Crafts, Toys for Ages 8-13, Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls 8 9 10 11 12 13 Years Old • Amazon Business $18.99 3 $56.97
Poraxy 4 Set STEM Kits for Kids Ages 8-10, Science Experiment Projects Building Kits, Wooden 3D Puzzles, Educational Building Toys for Ages 8-12-13, Gifts for 8,9,10,11,12 13 Year Old Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $17.99 3 $53.97
Poraxy 4 Set STEM Kits for Kids Ages 8-10 10-12, Toys for Ages 8-13, Music Box, Robot 3D Puzzle Educational Science Building Projects Crafts, Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Year Old • Amazon Business $15.99 3 $47.97
Poraxy 4 in 1 Science STEM Kits for Kids Ages 8-10-12, 3D Wooden Puzzles, Building Toys for Ages 8-13, DIY Educational Porjects Crafts Model Kits, Gifts for Boys and Girls 8 9 10 11 12 13 Years Old • Amazon Business $11.99 3 $35.97
Periodic: A Game of the Elements | Periodic Table Board & Card Game About Atoms, Elements & Compounds | A Strategy Board Game for Gamers & Educational Science Game for Kids or Family Game Night • Amazon Business $29.05 1 $29.05
Didax Algebraic Expressions and Equations Dominoes - Middle-High School - Adult - Durable • School Specialty $27.37 1 $27.37
Uncle Milton Moon in My Room - 12 Light-Up Lunar Phases, Remote Control or Automatic, STEM Toy, Great Gift for Boys & Girls Ages 6+ • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Tri-ominos - Game • AKJ Education $11.32 1 $11.32

Materials cost

$534.50

Vendor shipping charges

 $17.30

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.02

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$589.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$104.09

Total project goal

$693.91

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $693.91

6 Donors

-$351.36

Donations toward project cost

-$312.41

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$38.95

Matching donations from our partners

-$326.36

Match offers toward project cost

-$277.41

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$48.95

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$16.18

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 $0.00

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