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Ms. Butler from El Cajon, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Little Hands Can Grow Great Things

Help me give my students the materials such as seeds and soil pods for our hydroponics kit. Our outdoor garden is ready for planting.

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My Project

Here at our school, we embrace an outdoor immersion approach to learning. Our 25 students are actively engaged in academics, extending their studies beyond the traditional classroom and into the natural world. By integrating outdoor exploration with hands-on activities, we aim to deepen students’ understanding of subjects such as science and math, all while fostering a profound appreciation for the environment.

This semester, our class is focusing on the plant lifecycle, studying local flora, and identifying plants.

As part of this learning experience, students will journal their observations as they track the growth of plants from seed to sprout, young plant to maturity, and ultimately, fruit-bearing stages. This experiential learning process not only enhances academic skills but also encourages healthy habits and environmental stewardship. Research has shown that students who participate in gardening are more likely to try new foods, develop a sense of responsibility for the environment, and gain a deeper appreciation for the natural world.

We are incredibly grateful to our amazing PTA, who has provided garden boxes, soil, and a hydroponics unit to support this initiative. We are now ready to begin using the soil pods, nutrients, seeds, and books to kick-start our garden project.

We would be deeply appreciative of any additional support or donations that can help make this project even more successful. Your contribution will directly impact our students' educational experience and help cultivate a lifelong love for learning and nature.

Thank you for considering supporting this enriching opportunity. Together, we can help grow the next generation of curious learners.

Ms. Butler Crest Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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El Cajon, CA View local requests

More than a third 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

26 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Survival Vegetable Seeds Garden Kit Over 16,000 Seeds Non-GMO and Heirloom, Great for Emergency Bugout Survival Gear 35 Varieties Seeds for Planting Vegetables 35 Free Plant Markers Gardeners Basics • Amazon Business $29.75 1 $29.75
iDOO Growth Sponges 60 Pcs, Replacement Hydroponics Sponges Compatible with AeroGarden LYKO and All Indoor Hydroponics Growing System Indoor Garden (Except ID-IG201) Hydroponics Supplies • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Plant Food A & B Hydroponics Nutrients, Indoor Plant Fertilizer Foodfor Hydroponics Growing System, Vegetable Fertilizer, Hydroponics Supplies, 2 Bottles 100ml A Solution and 100ml B Solution • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
The Amazing Life Cycle of Plants (Look and Wonder) • Amazon Business $12.36 1 $12.36
The Hike: (Nature Book for Kids, Outdoors-Themed Picture Book for Preschoolers and Kindergarteners) • Amazon Business $11.51 1 $11.51
Fiskars FiberComp Garden Trowel, Plastic, Black - Steel - Elementary-Middle School - Kids - Lightweight - Durable • School Specialty $2.54 2 $5.08

Materials cost

$103.68

Vendor shipping charges

 $0.51

Sales tax

 $9.49

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$145.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.63

Total project goal

$170.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $170.87

2 Donors

-$169.69

Donations toward project cost

-$145.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.45

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.18

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 $0.00

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