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Ms. Casserly from S. Ozone Park, NY is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Growing Minds, One Seed at a Time!

Help me give my students the opportunity to grow their garden with soil! Our students have started their very own garden and are looking to expand!

  • $193 goal

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$263 - complete this project and be a hero

My Project

The soil I am requesting will directly impact my students' hands-on learning experiences by providing them with the essential materials to start a garden. Soil is a fundamental element for growing plants, and with the right type of soil, students will learn about plant biology, ecosystems, and the importance of sustainability. They will gain practical knowledge about how soil health affects plant growth, as well as how to care for and cultivate a garden. This project offers students an opportunity to apply science concepts in a real-world context, and to observe the growth of plants they’ve planted and nurtured. Engaging in garden-based learning helps students connect academic concepts with tangible outcomes, fostering a deeper understanding of the environment and the natural world.

My goals for this project are to:

Provide students with an authentic, hands-on learning experience that connects science, math, and environmental studies in a meaningful way.

Teach students the importance of sustainable practices, including soil health, water conservation, and growing their own food.

Foster teamwork, responsibility, and patience as students work together to plant, care for, and observe their garden over time.

Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving as students troubleshoot challenges such as weather conditions, plant care, and garden maintenance.

Enhance students’ appreciation for nature and their local environment, creating a lasting connection between them and the natural world.

My students are incredibly curious, creative, and eager to learn. They come from diverse backgrounds and many are new to the concept of gardening. Despite their varying experiences, they share a strong desire to connect with nature and understand how things work. They thrive in hands-on learning environments where they can apply their ideas in practical ways. Through this garden project, they will not only build knowledge but also confidence, as they watch their hard work grow and flourish.

Ms. Casserly Middle School 297 Hawtree Creek Middle School Grades 6-8

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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S. Ozone Park, NY 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

300 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
10 Pack Premium Coco Coir Brick for Plants | 100% Organic Compressed Coconut Coir Bricks Starting Mix, Coco Coir Fiber Coconut Husk for Planting, Gardening, Potting Soil Substrate, Herbs, 6.6 LBS • Amazon Business $29.99 4 $119.96
Organo Republic Arugula Sprouting & Microgreens Seeds - 55,000 Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds, Sprouts in 4 oz Resealable Bag for Planting & Growing Microgreens in Soil, Coconut Coir, Aeroponic & Hydroponic • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$131.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$163.93

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.93

Total project goal

$192.86

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $192.86

2 Donors

-$191.68

Donations toward project cost

-$163.93

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.18

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 $0.00

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