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Ms. Aliakbar from Charlotte, NC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Science for All!

Help me give my students Big Joe Bean Bags chairs and science books so they have a cozy spot in the classroom to explore content!

  • $678 goal

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My Students

I teach in a Title I school in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg school district in Charlotte, North Carolina. Every day our students walk through the door, every single adult tells them they are the best; getting them to believe that is no easy feat. Over 42% of our student population are considered economically disadvantaged.

But we don’t let those statistics define our kids.

I know our kids are brilliant, curious, and kind. I know they have big goals and work hard to achieve them. Its our job to provide them with practical life skills to help them become whatever they want to be!

My Project

8th grade is critical year for science. Not only do our students take the End of Grade (EOG) assessment here in North Carolina, but they are also on their way to high school, beginning to think about college, and looking into careers in STEM.

With these materials, I would be able to capture the attention of my students by providing content in a creative and innovative way.

I want to incorporate hands-on learning, engaging science comic books, and flexible seating for my students to have comfortability while engaging with our material. I'm requesting Big Joe Bean Bag Chairs, metal stack stools, and foam chair pads for flexible seating choice. We also need an Essential Oil Diffuser, kitchen timer, masking tape, and pencils.

I want to reach all students, especially those not initially interested in STEM, and I know I need to meet them where they are. I envision my classroom to be a fun and diverse setting where all my students flourish into scientists and thrive passionately.

I want my students to develop in a space where they are comfortable being in a classroom for 90 minutes at a time. A space where different types of science books spark curiosity and evoke scientific inquiries from students who didn’t think they would ever even enjoy science. A space where my students understand that being scientists means being creative and engaged. And, a space where my students of color and female students feel empowered and confident in their abilities to dive into the STEM world.

With your donation, I envision this classroom coming to life!

Ms. Aliakbar McClintock Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

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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

180 students impacted 11donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Women in Science (7 Books) • AKJ Education $102.93 1 $102.93
Big Joe Bean Bag, 98-Inch, Flaming Red • Amazon Business $41.99 2 $83.98
Big Joe Bean Bag, 98-Inch (Spicy Lime) • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98
Fat Catalog Assorted Color Metal Stack Stool with Padded Seat, ALT1100SO (Pack of 5) • Amazon Business $46.40 1 $46.40
Sweet Home Collection Cushion Memory Foam Chair Pads Honeycomb Nonslip Back Seat Cover 16" x 16" 6 Pack Black • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
STEAM Jobs You'll Love (4 Books) • AKJ Education $32.78 1 $32.78
MY CELL PHONE CAN THINK: A Textbook on Artificial Intelligence • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
BEBONCOOL RF 2.4GHz Wireless Presenter Remote Presentation USB Control PowerPoint PPT Clicker • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Josephine on Caffeine Teacher Stickers Kids- Bulk Teacher Supplies Value Pack 5600 Reward Stickers Classroom Supplies School Supplies Teachers • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
URPOWER 2nd Version Essential Oil Diffuser Aroma Essential Oil Cool Mist Humidifier with Adjustable Mist Mode,Waterless Auto Shut-off and 7 Color LED Lights Changing for Home (White) • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
AmazonBasics Pre-sharpened Wood Cased #2 HB Pencils, 150 Pack • Amazon Business $12.49 1 $12.49
Molshine Set of 8 Japanese Washi Masking Tape, Galaxy Washi Tape, Sticky Paper Tape for DIY, Decorative Craft, Gift Wrapping, Scrapbook- City of Sky Series (0.6inchx7.6yd) • Amazon Business $11.59 1 $11.59
Lagunamoon Essential Oils Top 6 Gift Set Pure Essential Oils for Diffuser, Humidifier, Massage, Aromatherapy, Skin & Hair Care • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Kitchen Timer, 2 Pack Digital Kitchen Timer Magnetic Countdown Stopwatch Timer With Loud Alarm, Big Digit, Back Stand, Hanging Hole for Cooking, Shower, Bathroom, Kids, Teacher - AAA Battery Included • Amazon Business $8.97 1 $8.97

Materials cost

$499.05

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $38.93

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.49

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$575.47

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$101.55

Total project goal

$677.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $677.02

4 Donors

-$464.09

Donations toward project cost

-$431.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.70

Matching donations from our partners

-$169.51

Match offers toward project cost

-$144.08

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.43

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$43.43

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 $0.00

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