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Ms. McKimmy from Reno, NV is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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McKimmy's Ecosystem

Help me give my students an introduction to nature by making an ecosystem in the classroom.

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My Project

I am reaching out on behalf of my high school class in support of creating an ecosystem where we can watch and learn from watching small insects, animals, and plants live and thrive.

I believe this will be a valuable resource for my students as they will get to learn about how the different components of an ecosystem work together while taking a hands-on approach to observing the growth and development of plants and animals in a natural setting.

Prior to diving into photosynthesis, the students will work as a class to choose seeds to plant in the hydroponic system. Once we begin studying photosynthesis, the students will get to witness photosynthesis happening firsthand in our classroom. This will deepen their understanding of this complicated subject, and encourage or foster their love for science

This project is important to me because I believe it will bring excitement to my class and provide my students something to look forward to each day, and an opportunity to connect with nature. We will have a bearded dragon class pet, who will make his home in the reptile tank. We will be able to feed our bearded dragon vegetables from the garden we grew in the hydroponic garden set. This will show house, cellular respiration and photosynthesis go hand-in-hand. This will provide my students with a place to learn and appreciate the natural world. The terrarium kit will create another nature focal spot in my classroom. Your donation will help me provide all the items I need to make this come true for all of my classes. Thank you for your consideration and your support in this project.

Ms. McKimmy Reno High School Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than 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

190 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
REPTI ZOO Full Glass 35 Gallon Reptile Tank, Front Opening Wide & Low Reptile Terrarium 36" x 18"x 12" for Lizard Gecko Tortoise Snake, Top Screen Ventilation & Anti Escape Lid • Amazon Business $198.38 1 $198.38
Geoponic Tray for Hydroponic Indoor Farm • Carolina Biological Supply Company $153.00 1 $153.00
Carolina STEM Challenge: How to Train a Plant Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $71.96 1 $71.96
Large Woodland Terrarium Plant Set • Carolina Biological Supply Company $61.38 1 $61.38
HERCOCCI Bearded Dragon Tank Accessories, Reptile Bridge Hammock Flexible - Jungle Climbing Vines and Leaves with Suction Cups Habitat Décor for Hiding& Climbing Snake Gecko Lizard Chameleon • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Lee's Kricket Keeper, Small • Amazon Business $15.49 1 $15.49

Materials cost

$524.20

Vendor shipping charges

 $20.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$582.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.72

Total project goal

$684.78

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $684.78

1 Donor

-$684.78

Donations toward project cost

-$582.06

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$102.72

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