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Mrs. Samsel from Whiteface, TX is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Nurturing Education Through Feathered Friends

Help me give my students a farm experience! Nothing is better than teaching students how to nurture and help something thrive.

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  • $67 still needed thanks to a match offer

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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

Integrating chicken coops into the classroom is an innovative approach to hands-on learning. The specific items requested for this project play crucial roles in enhancing the experience.

Chicken Coop: This serves as the primary habitat for the chickens, allowing students to observe and interact with the animals in a controlled environment.

It teaches responsibility and provides insights into animal care and behavior.

Water and Feed Dispensers: These tools teach students how to manage the daily needs of living creatures, emphasizing the importance of routine and care.

These items collectively create a dynamic learning environment that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and a hands-on approach to education.

What Are Your Goals for This Project?

The primary goal of the Chicken Coops in the Classroom project is to enrich students' educational experience through experiential learning. By caring for and observing chickens, students gain:

Practical Knowledge: Students learn about biology, ecology, and environmental science through direct interaction with the chickens.

Responsibility and Empathy: Taking care of living animals instills a sense of responsibility, empathy, and respect for life.

Teamwork and Collaboration: Students work together to maintain the coop, fostering team building and collaborative skills.

Sustainability Awareness: The project highlights sustainable practices in animal care and agriculture, encouraging students to think critically about food sources and environmental impact.

What Makes Your Students Special?

Our students stand out due to their remarkable curiosity, eagerness to learn, and diverse backgrounds. They are:

Future Leaders: With a focus on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills, our students are being prepared to become the leaders of tomorrow.

By bringing chicken coops into the classroom, we aim to harness these qualities and provide our students with an unforgettable learning experience that will shape their understanding and appreciation of the natural world.

Mrs. Samsel Whiteface Elementary School Grades 3-5

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Whiteface, TX 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

Never Before Funded 100 students impacted 7donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lyromix 10x20FT Large Metal Chicken Run with Roof, Walk-in Poultry Cage Chicken Coop Runs House for Yard with Waterproof Cover, Ducks Rabbits Habitat Cage Spire Shaped Coop • Amazon Business $269.99 1 $269.99
MoNiBloom Chicken Coop Hen House with Nesting Box for Yard, Removable Bottom Wooden Poultry Hutch Rabbit Cage for Easy Cleaning, Waterproof Roof Poultry Cage with Roosting Bar and Ramp 46 x 20 x 42 in • Amazon Business $135.99 1 $135.99
Manna Pro All Flock Crumbles | 16% Protein Level | Complete Feed for Chickens, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys and Gamebirds | Probiotics to Support Digestion | Crumbled Form for Easy Feeding | 25 Pounds • Amazon Business $52.49 1 $52.49
Hamiledyi 8 Pcs Chicken Nesting Pads 12"x12" Artificial Grass Rug Carpet Synthetic Turf Mat Washable Chicken Coop Bedding Laying Garden Lawn Indoor/Outdoor Bedding for Chicken Hen Small Pets(Brown) • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Manna Pro Chicken Scratch - USA Purple Corn, Treat for Chicken Coop, Duck Food, Chicken Supplies - 10 Pounds • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Chicken Swing Toys and Chicken Toys Xylophone, 2pcs Chicken Toys for Poultry Run Rooster Hens Chicks Pet Parrots Macaw Entertainment Stress Relief for Birds • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Fluker's Culinary Coop Premium Chicken Treats, Dried Insect Trail Mix, 10 oz • Amazon Business $8.72 1 $8.72

Materials cost

$524.16

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$562.02

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$99.18

Total project goal

$661.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $661.20

6 Donors

-$260.00

Donations toward project cost

-$228.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.50

General Motors match offer

-$260.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$221.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$39.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $132.38

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