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Mr. Pole from Philadelphia, PA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mr. Pole's Mystery Science Experiment Kit

Help me give my students materials for science experiments so they can put down the worksheets and do some hands-on learning!

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My Project

The 4th graders at our school are endlessly curious and would benefit from the chance to explore fundamental scientific concepts through experimentation. We have a fun and engaging science curriculum that includes clear and adaptable experiments in every lesson. Unfortunately materials for the them are not provided, which means that we sometimes need to forgo the activities. Funding this project will ensure that both of my 4th grade science classes will have the materials they need to complete the experiments included in each lesson.

These incredible young people face the effects of poverty everyday and deserve to know that there are other people out there who care about their education.

Without this support, I am left to pick and choose which activities for which I can afford to gather supplies. I then supplement the rest with videos and worksheets. I worry that doing this takes the joy out of learning and limits their ability to connect to the material. Your support will go toward elevating the educational experiences of North Philadelphia's coolest 4th graders.

I have done my best to select only what is necessary for each lesson, but there is some overflow. I will reserve any leftover items for the following year, and reuse everything that I can. The name of the curriculum is "Mystery Science, Grade 4". We will be completing the lessons in the units titled "Human Body and the Brain," "Animal and Plant Adaptations," "Earth's Features and Processes," and "Sound, Waves, and Communication." Thank you.

Mr. Pole Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Nearly all 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
Crayola Colored Pencils - Assorted Colors, Classpack of 240 • Blick Art Materials $46.34 1 $46.34
GladWare Home Entree Food Storage Containers, Medium Square Holds 25 Ounces of Food, 5 Count Set |With Glad Lock Tight Seal, BPA Free Containers and Lids • Amazon Business $31.90 1 $31.90
(2" x 4") 200 Sheets, Printable White Sticker Labels, Laser/Inkjet Printing - Matte, 10 per Page • Amazon Business $31.59 1 $31.59
Scotch Magic Tape, Invisible, 3/4 in x 1000 in, 12 Tape Rolls, Clear, Refill, Home Office and Back to School Classroom Supplies • Quill.com $27.74 1 $27.74
Lamosi 240 Pack Paper Cups 10 oz, 10 oz Disposable Coffee Cups, Hot/Cold Beverage Drinking Cups for Water Juice or Tea, Perfect for Office Party Home Travel • Amazon Business $23.39 1 $23.39
KASEMI Pipe Cleaners,1000 pcs and 20 Assorted Colors 12 inch Chenille Stems for DIY Art Creative Crafts Decorations • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Post-it Notes, 3x3 in, 18 Pads, America's #1 Favorite Sticky Notes, Poptimistic Collection, Bright Colors (Magenta, Pink, Blue, Green), Clean Removal, Recyclable (654-18CTCP) • Amazon Business $15.64 1 $15.64
St Louis Crafts St. Louis Crafts Pre-Cut Decorator Foil, 5 x 5 Inches, Silver, 36 Gauge, Pack of 12 - Aluminum • School Specialty $7.49 2 $14.98
Hygloss Crafting Yarn - 12 Colors • Kaplan Early Learning Company $13.46 1 $13.46
Trash Bags 44 gal Black PK25 • Grainger $12.96 1 $12.96
Amazon Basics Natural Cotton Braided Rope, All-Purpose, Clothesline, 3/16 Inch x 50 Foot (4.5mm x 15m), Off White • Amazon Business $6.06 2 $12.12
The Gift Wrap Company Metallic Curling Ribbon Assortment - Set of 6 • Blick Art Materials $6.00 2 $12.00
Perfect Stix Brown Bags 4lb Brown Paper Lunch Bags - Pack of 120ct. Paper Lunch Bags. • Amazon Business $10.88 1 $10.88
Elmer's School Washable Removable Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. White 30/Pack (E556) • Staples $10.26 1 $10.26
Perk? Polystyrene Spoon, Heavy-Weight, White, 100/Pack (PK56405) • Quill.com $9.49 1 $9.49
Hefty Slider Storage Bags, Gallon Size, 66 Count • Amazon Business $8.27 1 $8.27
200 Pcs Colorful Disposable Drinking Plastic Straws.(0.23'' diameter and 8.26" long)-8 Colors • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
UPINS 1500 Pcs Point Dots Balloon Glue Removable Adhesive Point Tape, 15 Rolls Double Sided Dots Stickers for Craft Wedding Decoration • Amazon Business $7.88 1 $7.88
Amazon Basics Ruled Lined Index Cards, 1000 count, 10 Pack of 100, White, 3 in x 5 in • Amazon Business $7.84 1 $7.84
Domino Premium Pure Cane Sugar Cubes Dots, 1 Pound Box • Amazon Business $7.72 1 $7.72
Staples Small Binder Clips Small Black 144/Pack (32002) • Staples $7.25 1 $7.25
Officemate Plastic Coated Paper Clips Assorted Sizes Assorted Colors 450/Pack (97227) • Staples $6.90 1 $6.90
Measuring Cup Set of 4 Gray SS • Grainger $6.02 1 $6.02
Kolavia 100PCS Party Balloons, 12 Inches Premium Assorted Colorful Balloons, Bulk Pack of Strong Latex Balloons for Birthday, Party, Christmas, Wedding, Anniversary and Vacation • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
300 Cocktail Bar Straws for Drinks - Coffee Stirrers Plastic - Drink Stirrers - Short Coffee Stir Straws - Black Mini Bar Cocktail Straws • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Staples Paper Clips Nonskid 1 000/Pack (A7026599A) • Staples $5.98 1 $5.98
Metal Small Binder Clips Small for Paperwork,50 Pack 3/4 Inch Paper Clamps Clips Office Supplies,Mini Black Office Clips • Amazon Business $5.55 1 $5.55
Hygloss Products Paper Plates - Uncoated White Plate - Use for Foodware, Events, Activities, Crafts Projects and More - Environmentally Friendly - Recyclable and Disposable - 6-Inches - 100 Pack • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99
Amazon Basics Cotton Balls, 200 Count (Previously Solimo) • Amazon Business $3.64 1 $3.64
Plastic House Clear Plastic Cups Bulk - 7 oz. (Pack of 100) - Disposable Plastic Drinkware, Perfect Clear Drinking Cup for Cold Drinks And Everyday Use • Amazon Business $3.60 1 $3.60
String Cotton Brk Strength 20lm 600ft • Ward's Science $2.04 1 $2.04

Materials cost

$392.39

Vendor shipping charges

 $11.45

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$439.73

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$77.60

Total project goal

$517.33

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $517.33

6 Donors

-$255.96

Donations toward project cost

-$219.86

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.10

match offer

-$258.67

Match offer toward project cost

-$219.87

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$38.80

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.70

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