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Ms. Cedeño from Brooklyn, NY is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Pet In Our Classroom

Help me give my students a new home (fish tank) for our class pet Rainbow Fish and friends.

  • 2 donors
  • $241 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Ms. Cedeño has another project! Donate to STEM Starts Here: Building Bright Futures in Pre-K! to help her classroom.

$473 - complete this project and be a hero
Help Ms. Cedeño

Ms. Cedeño has another project! Donate to STEM Starts Here: Building Bright Futures in Pre-K! to help her classroom.

$473 - complete this project and be a hero

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

Bring a splash of life to our classroom with a 20-gallon fish tank! This living classroom companion will not only add beauty and tranquility but also provide a hands-on learning experience. Students will have the opportunity to study aquatic ecosystems, and take on responsibilities like feeding and maintaining the tank. With engaging lessons on biology, environmental science, and teamwork, the fish tank will become a valuable tool in fostering curiosity, responsibility, and a deeper appreciation for nature. Help us create a vibrant, interactive learning environment!

A 20-gallon fish tank in our Pre-K classroom will bring a world of wonder right into our learning space!

It’s the perfect way to introduce young minds to the beauty of nature, spark curiosity, and foster a sense of responsibility. Watching the fish swim, feed, and interact with their environment helps children develop important skills like observation, empathy, and teamwork. The calming movement of the fish also creates a soothing atmosphere that supports focus and relaxation. Plus, the tank offers endless opportunities for hands-on learning in science, math, and art—making it a fun, engaging addition to our classroom that’s both educational and captivating!

Ms. Cedeño PS 316 Elijah G Stroud Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

More about Ms. Cedeño

Brooklyn, NY View local requests

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

20 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Tetra ColorFusion Aquarium 20 Gallon Fish Tank Kit, Includes LED Lighting and Decor • Amazon Business $119.14 1 $119.14
Mechpia 13 Pieces Aquarium Decorations Kit, Fish Tank Decorations Set Small Resin Castle and Rockery Betta Fish Cave Hideout Coral Artificial Plastic Plants Ornament Accessories • Amazon Business $14.49 1 $14.49
GSD Aquarium Colorful Coral Reef Set Fish Tank Decoration Mountain Ornament for Aquarium Environments Decor Accessories, Coral Mountain x 1, Aquatic Plant x 4 • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Ameliade Aquarium Artificial Plastic Plants Decorations and Rock Cave Decor Set Goldfish Betta Fish Tank Accessories Small Large Fish Bowl Ornaments • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
SpringSmart Aquarium Hideaway Rock Cave for Aquatic Pets to Breed, Play and Rest, Safe and Non-Toxic Ceramic Fish Tank Ornaments, Decor Stone for Betta • Amazon Business $7.88 1 $7.88
GloFish Aquarium Gravel, Pink/Green/Blue Mix, Complements Tanks, 5 Pounds • Amazon Business $4.09 1 $4.09
GloFish Aquarium Gravel, Fish Tank Gravel, Black With Fluorescent Accents, Compliments GloFish Tanks, 5 lb Bag • Amazon Business $4.09 1 $4.09

Materials cost

$171.67

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$204.25

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.04

Total project goal

$240.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $240.29

2 Donors

-$240.29

Donations toward project cost

-$204.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.04

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 $0.00

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