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Ms. Davis from La Mesa, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Students Imagine, Build, and Create!

Help me give my students a classroom full of project based STEM materials that will increase focusing stamina, inspire teamwork, and teach problem-solving skills.

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My Students

Our school is a Title I school with the most diverse population of children in our district. Over 66% of our students qualify to receive free or reduced-price lunch. Not only are the many of our students from other countries, we also have a large population of military families who move to and from a variety of places all over the world.

Our students and their families have had to deal with many hurdles and unforeseen changes during this pandemic.

The students need and crave consistency in their lives, especially during these uncertain times. School is where expectations are consistent and basic needs are met every day. While they come to school to learn, they thrive when they are given the opportunity to utilize a variety of resources to make learning real. Since returning to school, they are happier, more confident, and eager to learn in an engaging environment where they feel safe.

My Project

My students missed most of their entire first year of in-person Kindergarten due to the pandemic. Some of my students did not attend Kindergarten at all. They were not able to play and build with their friends or with other students. They did not problem-solve together or be get to be creative with each other. Their ability to pay attention and focus on their learning has been compromised due to not being in a regular classroom setting. I know that a classroom full of STEM activities will not only increase their focusing and problem-solving skills, but also support students in learning how to work as a team.

I am a first-year teacher of a first-grade classroom that is in need of sufficient STEM materials, which will inspire students to design and build together.

STEM activities will be used daily to increase focusing stamina, spark creativity, and teach students how to work as a team. They will learn how to problem solve together through trial and error. The new materials will be fun, interactive, and will keep students motivated to successfully complete their projects. Problem solving is a life skill and if it is nurtured when students are young, they will be more successful in school and able to handle challenging situations as they occur throughout their lifetime.

Ms. Davis La Mesa Dale Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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La Mesa, CA 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

28 students impacted 5donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
TT185X - Lakeshore Manipulative Library 1 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $199.00 1 $199.00
PP750X - Design Build Engineering Centers • Lakeshore Learning Materials $149.00 1 $149.00
Magna-Tiles 100-Piece Clear Colors Set, The Original Magnetic Building Tiles For Creative Open-Ended Play, Educational Toys For Children Ages 3 Years + • Amazon Business $119.99 1 $119.99
TT758 - Building Brick STEM Challenge Kit - Pre K-Gr 2 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Play Platoon 1100 Piece Building Bricks Kit with Wheels, Tires, Axles, Windows and Doors Pieces - Classic Colors - Compatible with All Major Brands • Amazon Business $28.49 1 $28.49
Elongdi Magnetic Building Blocks, [ 132 Pieces ] Lengthen Building Sticks Set, Magnet Stem Toys Set Non-Toxic Building 3D Puzzle Boys Toys for Kids and Adult • Amazon Business $25.90 1 $25.90
PicassoTiles PTB120 120pcs Bristle Shape 3D Building Blocks Tiles Construction Toy Set Learning Playset STEM Toy Set Educational Kit Child Branin Development Preschool Kindergarten Toy • Amazon Business $25.01 1 $25.01
DB251 - Playstix<sup>&reg;</sup> • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 1 $24.99
Brain Flakes 500 Piece Interlocking Plastic Disc Set - A Creative and Educational Alternative to Building Blocks - Tested for Children's Safety - A Great Stem Toy for Both Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
SVT6022 - Magna-Tiles<sup>&reg;</sup> Cars Expansion Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$642.35

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $58.78

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$740.77

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$130.72

Total project goal

$871.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $871.49

3 Donors

-$290.49

Donations toward project cost

-$246.92

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$43.57

match offer

-$581.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$493.85

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$87.15

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