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Ms. Shari from Pawleys Isl., SC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Learning is Fun When its Real

Help me give my students the opportunity to engage in higher level thinking. With these stem kits, raised planter, and comfortable seating this can help them do so.

  • 5 donors
  • $769 goal

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This Project will be so beneficial to my students and our classroom environment. With these STEM kits will offer a hands-on learning that allows students to engage directly with the concepts they’re studying. They provide tangible abstract ideas, helping students better understand concepts like physics, and engineering. By working on projects from these kits, students develop problem-solving skills, teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking. These activities also help them see the real-world application of STEM fields, which can ignite a passion for science, technology, engineering, and math.

When using the raised planter box can bring the concept of biology and environmental science to life.

They offer students the opportunity to participate in gardening and observe plant growth, ecosystems, and sustainable agriculture practices. By engaging with raised planters, students can learn about the importance of soil health, water conservation, and the science of how plants grow. The hands-on nature of gardening also promotes responsibility and the ability to work with living things, all of which enhance learning about natural processes.

Having option of flexible seating, allows students to choose a learning environment that suits their needs, in a collaborative workspace. This setup is especially beneficial for my classroom which is a less traditional environment. Flexible seating supports inclusivity, helps students take ownership of their learning space, and allows them to engage in group work or individual activities more effectively. It encourages collaboration and enhances comfort, which can increase attention and productivity, making learning feel more personalized and accessible.

By incorporating these tools and strategies, you can help your students develop valuable skills while also creating an engaging, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment. Each element of this project—STEM kits, raised planters, and flexible seating—will not only cater to their current needs but will also prepare them for future success in an ever-evolving world.

Ms. Shari Coastal Montessori Charter School Grades 3-5

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Pawleys Isl., SC View local requests

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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Gray • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 4 $279.96
STEM Kits for Kids Age 8-10-12-14, Science Projects for Kids Ages 8-12, Stem Building Toys for Boys Age 8 9 10 12 13 14, Solar Car & STEM Activities Engineering Kits, Diy Kits for Kids, Gifts for Boys • Amazon Business $12.50 14 $175.00
FOYUEE Raised Planter Box with Legs Outdoor Elevated Garden Bed On Wheels for Vegetables Flower Herb Patio • Amazon Business $59.82 1 $59.82
Carolina STEM Challenge: Balloon Rockets Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $41.40 1 $41.40

Materials cost

$556.18

Vendor shipping charges

 $19.38

Sales tax

 $39.21

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.34

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$653.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$115.25

Total project goal

$768.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $768.36

3 Donors

-$396.68

Donations toward project cost

-$337.18

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$59.50

Matching donations from our partners

-$371.68

Match offers toward project cost

-$315.93

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$55.75

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