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Ms. Chavez from Taos, NM is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reel it In: Help Keep Our Loaches in the Loop

Help me give my students the supplies and equipment needed to prepare our donated 55gallon aquarium for the classroom dojo loaches- our fishy friends are ready to move up in the world!

  • $730 goal

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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

Our classroom has received a wonderful gift: a donated a beautiful 55-gallon fish tank to house our beloved class pets, Doc and Marty, a pair of friendly dojo loaches. We are seeking donations to help us gather the necessary supplies and equipment to create a thriving aquatic environment. Not only will this tank provide a calming presence in our classroom, but it will also serve as a wonderful educational tool. Research shows that aquariums can have a soothing effect on the mind, promoting relaxation and focus.

Many students spend quiet time sitting beside the current tank, interacting with Doc and Marty while tetra and shrimp flit by.

By maintaining a fully planted bioactive tank, our students will gain hands-on experience in environmental science, learning about ecosystems, water quality, and the importance of respecting all living things. The joy of caring for Doc and Marty will foster a sense of responsibility and appreciation for nature.

Our wishlist includes material to build an aquascape within the tank, filter materials and water amendments, tools for aquascaping/maintenance, an air pump and the necessary cords and plugs to get everything up and running. We will be planting this tank with aquatic plants we are already propagating in class, and seeding the new with beneficial bacteria by including substrate from Doc and Marty's old tank. It's always nice to take things with you from your old home, after all!

Ms. Chavez Taos High School Grades 9-12

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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

150 students impacted 9donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
hygger Aquarium LED Light Fish Tank Full Spectrum Lighting with 24/7 Day-Night Cycle Mode & Auto On/Off Timer, 7 Color Options, Dimmable, Extendable Bracket for 48~54in Tank Plant Lights • Amazon Business $73.99 1 $73.99
Coavas Window Privacy Film Frosted Glass Window Film UV Blocking Heat Control Static Cling No Glue Removable Decorative Window Tint for Home Glass Door Bathroom Office (White 34.5 x 118.1 in) • Amazon Business $46.39 1 $46.39
FZONE Resin Aquarium Rocks aquascaping Manten Stone Model pH Neutral Aquarium Stone for aquascaping,Hardscape • Amazon Business $39.00 1 $39.00
Orlushy Submersible Aquarium Heater,150W Adjustable Fish Tahk Heater with 2 Suction Cups Free Thermometer Suitable for Marine Saltwater and Freshwater • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
FISCAPE 6 Natural Aquarium Rocks 6" to 8" Perfect Rocks for Aquariums, Landscaping Model,Tank Decoration, Amphibian Enclosures-Slate Rocks • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Hamiledyi Aquarium Driftwood, Natural Large 7-15in Coral Driftwood for Aquarium Decor Reptile Tank Decor Terrarium Ornament Wood Branch Trunk Stump for Fish Betta Lizard • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98
FISCAPE 4 PCS 6-8'' Natural Seiryu Stones Slate Stones for Aquariums Terrariums, Paludarium, Vivariums, Reptile, and Amphibian Enclosures • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
Corkscrew Vallisnerialiving Pkg/6 4-8 • Ward's Science $26.79 1 $26.79
Tetra 77850 Whisper Air Pump, for Aquariums, Quiet, Powerful Airflow, 60 to 100 gallons Black • Amazon Business $26.49 1 $26.49
UPETTOOLS Aquarium Cleaning Tool 6 in 1 Algae Scraper Scrubber Pad Adjustable Long Handle Fish Tank Brush Cleaner Set • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
DEWENWILS 25FT Power Strip Surge Protector, 6-Outlet Strips with Low Profile Flat Plug, 15 Amp Circuit Breaker, 500 Joules, Wall Mount, UL Listed • Amazon Business $23.00 1 $23.00
ALEGI 12 Pcs Aquarium Fish Tank Divider Plastic Egg Crate Aquarium Filter Bottom Tray Grid Isolation Board Partition Net Pane Separator (L 12pcs Black) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Blue Handcart Natural Slate Stone Rocks, Mix of Stones 2 to 3 inches and 1 Piece About 8 inches - for Aquariums and Terrariums, Aquascaping (3 Pounds) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Live Amazon Sword Plant (Echinodorus • Ward's Science $18.06 1 $18.06
D-Line 6ft Floor Cord Cover, Cable Protector, Hide Extension Cords, Protect Cords, Prevent Cable Trips, Heavy Duty Cord Hider - Cable Cavity = 0.63" (W) x 0.31" (H) - Black • Amazon Business $16.62 1 $16.62
Omega One Super Color Flakes 5.3 oz • Amazon Business $16.30 1 $16.30
Seachem Laboratories Tidal 75 Filter Polishing Pad (2 Pack) • Amazon Business $10.91 1 $10.91
RA AquaTech Aquarium Glue Clear for Plants Corals aquascaping Instant Aquarium Safe (4pcs Pack) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Seachem Flourish Tabs Growth Supplement - Aquatic Plant Stimulant 10 ct • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
4Pcs Aquascaping Tools Kit, Long Stainless Steel Aquarium Plant Tools with Black Anti-rust Coating, Aquarium Tweezers, Scissors, and Scrapers for Aquascaping Cleaning（Magnetic Tool Holder） • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49
AQUANEAT Aquarium Air Stones 4x2 inch 2 Pack, Large Airstone, Aerator Bubble Diffuser, Air Pump Accessories Air Stones for Aquariums, Hydroponic, Ponds and Fish Tanks • Amazon Business $9.48 1 $9.48
Seachem Stability - For Freshwater and Marine Aquariums 250ml • Amazon Business $8.39 1 $8.39
Seachem Foam Filter Sponge Replacement - Foam Tidal 75 Filter 2 Pack • Amazon Business $8.19 1 $8.19
Pawfly 4-Way Aquarium Air Flow Control Lever Valve Manifold for Air Pumps Fish Tank Multi-port Distributor Splitter with 1 Non-return Check Valve and 6 Suction Cup Clips • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98

Materials cost

$567.97

Vendor shipping charges

 $13.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$620.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$109.49

Total project goal

$729.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $729.93

4 Donors

-$350.84

Donations toward project cost

-$322.21

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.63

Matching donations from our partners

-$350.86

Match offers toward project cost

-$298.23

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$52.63

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$28.23

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