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Mrs. Harris from East Palo Alto, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Future Scientists in Training!

Help me give my students presentation boards, rulers, clay and other resources to use as they prepare for their first science fair—an exciting opportunity!

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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

The goal of this project is to inspire excitement and curiosity through the lens of science. I aim to guide my students through the process of selecting a project, conducting experiments, analyzing results, and presenting their findings—all while fostering teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills. This science fair will serve as an introduction to the research process, encouraging my students to think critically, ask questions, and apply their knowledge in real-world contexts. Ultimately, I hope this project sparks a lifelong interest in science and research, empowering them to explore more complex scientific topics in the future.

My students are special because this will be their very first science fair experience.

Many come from diverse backgrounds and may not have had access to similar opportunities before. They are eager, curious, and full of potential. This project offers them a unique chance to explore science in a hands-on way and take pride in their work. Despite being first-time participants, they bring fresh perspectives and enthusiasm, and I’m excited to see how their creativity and dedication shine through as they take on this new challenge.

The specific items I am requesting—such as trifold boards, markers, glue, pencils, construction paper, scissors, rulers, and graph paper—will provide my students with the essential tools they need to present their scientific findings in a clear and organized manner. These supplies will help them visualize their data, create detailed posters, and develop valuable skills throughout the scientific process, from research and experimentation to presenting and communicating results. By using these materials, students will not only deepen their understanding of science but also gain experience in organizing, analyzing, and presenting information—critical skills in both science and other areas of life.

Mrs. Harris Costano School & 49Ers Academy 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.

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East Palo Alto, CA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

60 students impacted 3donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flipside Tri-Fold Presentation Board, 36" x 48", Corrugated, Bleached White, 24/Carton (30042-24) • Quill.com $125.59 2 $251.18
Clearview Flexible Rulers and Ruler Box - Set of 24, 12 in. Rulers • Nasco $17.98 3 $53.94
Crayola Model Magic Clay, 75 1-oz. Packs, Assorted Colors (23-6002) • Quill.com $43.47 1 $43.47
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $21.43 2 $42.86
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.14 20 $42.80
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 500 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Science Fair Participant Award Ribbons with Event Card String Green Participation Ribbon Science Fair Medal Ribbons Participant Prize Ribbons for Science Fair Competition Event School Team (100 Pcs) • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Scissors Bulk for Kids, EZZGOL 48 PACK 5” Safety Blunt Tip Student Scissors, 6 Assorted Colors Kid Craft Scissors for Cutting Regular Paper,Construction Paper,Cards • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Juvale 18 Piece 11x14 Large Neon Poster Board Cutouts, Paper Signs for Science Fair Projects Decoration, School Presentation Supplies (6 Shapes) • Amazon Business $12.34 2 $24.68
Sharpie Permanent Markers Bulk Set, Fine Tip Markers Set, Markers For Plastic, Metal, Wood, And More, Black, 36 Count • Amazon Business $18.28 1 $18.28
Elmer's 730-204 Board Mate Science Fair Project Titles, White Repositionable Self-adhesive Labels, Set Includes 9 Project Titles + 1 Blank Title, Pack of 10 Sets • Amazon Business $4.97 3 $14.91
Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Assorted Eco Colors 500 Sheets/Ream (22226) • Staples $13.86 1 $13.86
Crayola Construction Paper - 9" x 12", 12 Assorted Colors, Pkg of 240 • Blick Art Materials $6.86 2 $13.72
Pacon Graph Paper, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, 1/4 Inch Graph Ruled, 500 Sheets, White • School Specialty $7.72 1 $7.72

Materials cost

$618.35

Vendor shipping charges

 $10.72

Sales tax

 $56.58

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.28

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$724.93

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$127.93

Total project goal

$852.86

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $852.86

2 Donors

-$526.43

Donations toward project cost

-$447.47

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$78.96

match offer

-$326.42

Match offer toward project cost

-$277.46

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$48.96

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

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 $0.00

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