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Ms. Peralta from New York, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Light Up Learning: Hands-On STEM for Future Thinkers.

Help me give my students explore science in a new way using light.

  • 2 donors
  • $523 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

Our classroom is a place of curiosity, creativity, and growth, where students come eager to learn and explore. However, to provide them with the best possible education, we need specific materials that will enhance their learning experience and help them reach their full potential.

The STEM-related items we are requesting will make a significant difference in our students' learning by providing hands-on opportunities to engage with the curriculum.

For example, a light table will offer a unique way for students to explore concepts of light, color, and transparency, while also enhancing their fine motor skills and creativity. Magnetic tiles will encourage problem-solving and spatial reasoning as students build and experiment with structures. Additionally, sand for the light table will provide a sensory-rich experience that supports early literacy and math skills through tactile learning.

Our goals for this project are to create an engaging, inclusive, and effective learning environment where students feel empowered to take charge of their education. We want to provide them with resources that not only support their academic growth but also nurture their curiosity and love for learning. By incorporating these STEM materials into our classroom, we aim to strengthen problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and collaboration among students.

What makes our students special is their enthusiasm, resilience, and eagerness to learn despite any challenges they may face. They come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique perspectives to the classroom, making our learning environment rich and dynamic. With the right tools, they have the potential to achieve incredible things, and this project will help provide them with the opportunities they deserve.

Your support will make a world of difference in our students' educational journey. Thank you for considering our request and for believing in the power of education!

Ms. Peralta PS 4 Duke Ellington Grades PreK-2

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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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

15 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Innovative STEM Science Kits - Kindergarten to Grade 1 - Complete Set of Hands-On Interactive Science Kits and STEM Supplies for Kids - STEM Kits for Elementary • Lakeshore Learning Materials $179.00 1 $179.00
Lakeshore Create-A-Chain Reaction STEM Kit - Pre K-Gr. 2 - Starter Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
SMART TOYS 109 PCS Marble Run Magnetic Tiles Building Blocks Marbles Race Track magnets toys Toy Play Set STEM Building & Learning Educational Construction Maze Game Kit Boys Girls Age 3 4 5 6 7 8+ • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Odoorgames Sand Painting Light Box, Light Table for Kids - 3 Color Temperature & 10 Levels Adjustable Brightness, 16" (Purple) • Amazon Business $23.74 1 $23.74
Odoorgames Sand Painting Light Box, Light Table for Kids - 3 Color Temperature & 10 Levels Adjustable Brightness, 16" (Blue) • Amazon Business $23.74 1 $23.74
Odoorgames Sand Painting Light Box, Light Table for Kids - 3 Color Temperature & 10 Levels Adjustable Brightness, 16" (Green) • Amazon Business $23.71 1 $23.71
Odoorgames Sand Painting Light Box, Light Table for Kids - 3 Color Temperature & 10 Levels Adjustable Brightness, 16" (Pink) • Amazon Business $23.71 1 $23.71
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Bridge Builders Set (LER9461) • Quill.com $22.01 1 $22.01

Materials cost

$395.89

Vendor shipping charges

 $12.45

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.94

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$444.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$78.40

Total project goal

$522.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $522.68

1 Donor

-$261.34

Donations toward project cost

-$222.14

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$39.20

match offer

-$261.34

Match offer toward project cost

-$222.14

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$39.20

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 $0.00

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