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Bok Makerspace
Bok Academy
The goal is to provide a project based learning makerspace for students in grades sixth thru eight. The objective is to provide these students with a diverse learning experience that will include making, exploring STEM content, in class demos, and project based learning. The grant project will build a high quality maker space with leading materials in the field of STEAM education that will be used by sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students.
Stem - 6-8
posted August 26, 2016
0% Funded
Only $474.99 Needed
Blood Typing Lesson
Winter Haven HS
Improved student understanding and retention of the ABO/Rh blood type and compatibilities/reactions related to blood transfusion. Activity will also allow the student hand on experience with laboratory testing materials.
Stem - 9-12
posted August 26, 2016
0% Funded
Only $491.45 Needed
Visual Media and Effective Journalism
Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School
To teach students in journalism and visual studies courses and organizations the importance of proper photography for journalism and film making.
Language Arts - 11
posted August 26, 2016
0% Funded
Only $209.96 Needed
STEM Tablets
Caldwell Elementary
To place tablets in the hands of some of my students during our science and math centers.
Science - 5
posted August 26, 2016
0% Funded
Only $499.98 Needed
Math Exploration
Caldwell Elementary
My goal is to allow the students in my classroom to have access to math programs during small group activities. They would use the Ipad's to become fluent with their math facts and work on skills based on the Florida standards.
Mathematics - 5
posted August 26, 2016
0% Funded
Only $499.98 Needed
Literacy Across Content
Loughman Oaks Elem.
My goal is to inspire a love of social studies through cross curricular integration.
Social Studies - 5
posted August 26, 2016
0% Funded
Only $144.64 Needed
Arduino Starter Kits for Programming and Engineering
Bok Academy
To provide students with the hands on 'Maker' experience, proven so successful - with electronics, engineering, computational thinking, problem solving, applying the scientific method in the real world, creativity, and programming. These kits can be used to both introduce these skills, and give students the opportunity to differentiate their learning and apply creativity and entrepreneurship.
Stem - 6-8
posted August 27, 2016
0% Funded
Only $476.91 Needed
Let's make a record!
Ridge Community High
We would like to use this recorder to make practice tracks in class, assist with assessments, listen to rehearsals, and hopefully make a demo CD of our a cappella group, the 'Tre-bolts'
Music - 9-12
posted August 27, 2016
0% Funded
Only $399 Needed
Let's get reading!
Dr. N.E. Roberts Elem.
I would like to purchase age and level appropriate books that are engaging for my students. With the purchase of Scholastic Accelerated Reader books, my classroom library will be enhanced by one hundred exciting new book titles for my students to enjoy! Since these books will be labeled with their Accelerated Reader Level, I will be able to make sure each student is reading a book that is at their correct reading level.
Language Arts - K
posted August 27, 2016
0% Funded
Only $407.66 Needed
First Grade Science FUN!
Berkley Elementary
Our goal is for our first graders to experience life science up close and personal!
Science - 1
posted August 28, 2016
0% Funded
Only $331.31 Needed
Water Cycle Kid's Exploration CBI
Mulberry High School
To raise 180.00 dollars so that our students can participate in the Kid's Exploration Museum Community Based Instruction.
Special Needs Students - 9-12
posted August 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $180 Needed
Reading and integrating technology
Lake Gibson Mid.
Equip the class with tablets for Reading and enable them to gain insight in order to prepare them for their futures in a society that is advanced in technology.
Other - 7
posted August 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $320.95 Needed
Sunshine State Superstars
Bartow Elem. Acad.
To promote a love of reading in grades 3-5 our school participates in the Sunshine State Young Readers Program. 15 titles are selected by a state committee each year and students in grades 3-5 read the books. They earn charms for each book read and if they read 5 of the books they can join our school's SSYRA club. The books are in high demand and each year the media center strives to have at least 3 copies of each title. These funds would be used to purchase SSYRA titles for the 2016-17 school year.
Other - 4
posted August 30, 2016
0% Funded
Only $402.54 Needed
Contributors to the Carbon Cycle
Fort Meade Mid./Sr.
Biology I is an EOC class which means students must pass a test at the end of the class. One of the standards that is heavily assessed is the Carbon Cycle. My goal is the students will have a better understanding on the carbon cycle and how humans impact this cycle. The alterations to the carbon cycle is the primary cause of several environmental crises facing us today.
Science - 10
posted September 1, 2016
0% Funded
Only $327.75 Needed
Tapping our way through Language Arts and Math with confidence
Kingsford Elem.
To have as many students possible using tablets every day to increase their practice of learning letters, phonics, reading books, learning numbers, shapes and practicing addition and subtraction problems.
Language Arts - K
posted September 1, 2016
0% Funded
Only $479.84 Needed
Apples to Apples
Union Academy
To allow students and teachers to wirelessly display screen content from iPads to the entire class.
Technology - 6-8
posted September 2, 2016
0% Funded
Only $489.8 Needed
iPad for Creative Expression & Productivity
Elbert Elem.
My goal is to use the classroom iPad for enrichment activities with art-making apps (i.e. Faces iMake, Paper, & ArtStudio); to easily access The Cloud of student artwork, images of students working, and instructional videos to aid students who may need more in depth instruction; and create instructional videos that use students as the instructors.
Art - K-5
posted September 7, 2016
0% Funded
Only $413.97 Needed
Perfect Post Audio
Citrus Ridge: A Civics Academy
Citrus Ridge: A Civics Academy is the first school of its kind. In the ITV program, we want students to work with the community in creating video products that highlight all the great things in our community. In order to offer the most professional products, we would like to acquire professional audio headphones for post audio work.
Technology - 6-8
posted September 7, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
Let's Make a Movie
Citrus Ridge: A Civics Academy
We want to give students the opportunity to make a full length film this year. This Zoom audio device will give students that opportunity.
Technology - 6-8
posted September 7, 2016
0% Funded
Only $200 Needed
Electronic Portfolios for Students
Bartow Elem. Acad.
My goal is to have all the students create a portfolio of the work they complete. This will allow them to reflect on their work and their accomplishments. Reflection is a great tool for the growth and development of students. The electronic portfolios will also allow the students to share their work with their parents.
Technology - K-5
posted September 9, 2016
0% Funded
Only $255 Needed
Sunshine - ' Funshine ' Reading
Cleveland Court Elem.
To purchase all 15 hardcover books of the winning titles in this years Sunshine State Young Readers Association for our school library.
Other - K-5
posted September 9, 2016
0% Funded
Only $203.85 Needed
Readers become Leaders with reading non-fiction text.
Kathleen Elem.
To raise funds to help purchase weekly readers. The weekly readers help students to read non-fiction text that will prepare them for the 3rd grade FSA.
Language Arts - 2
posted September 11, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
Kinematics Labs
Haines City HS/IB East
The students will be able to explore constant velocity and constant acceleration motion through hands-on inquiry labs.
Science - 9-12
posted September 12, 2016
0% Funded
Only $384 Needed
Histories Mysteries
Cleveland Court Elem.
To purchase 10 hardcover books for our library from America's National Mystery Book Series. I got 10 titles last year and the students can not get enough of this combination of a mystery involving real places and historical events. They love them!!
Other - K-5
posted September 13, 2016
0% Funded
Only $249.9 Needed
Making MATHletes
Dr. N.E. Roberts Elem.
The goal of 'Making MATHletes' is to create students who know how to think through and solve complex math problems.
Through the use of the Problem Solving and Mathematical Thinking Skills 'Think Tanks,' teachers will help students develop the ability to persevere through and successfully solve higher-order thinking math problems. The 'Think Tanks' provide activities that can be used in small group instruction, independent practice centers, math journal activities, and whole class discussions.
Mathematics - K-5
posted September 14, 2016
0% Funded
Only $495 Needed
A Little Wiggle Room Allowed
Winston Elem.
The goal is to purchase 20 Isokinetics Inc. Brand 14' Diameter Exercise Disc / Balance Cushions for my students to sit on during English Language Arts.
Language Arts - 3
posted September 18, 2016
0% Funded
Only $280 Needed
Success with tablets
Cleveland Court Elem.
To increase interest in professional and recreational reading.
To provide portable research equipment.
Language Arts - 5
posted September 19, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
Reading with STEAM
Eagle Lake Elem.
Our students need more literacy and print materials at school and home. They need to build background and prior knowledge of vocabulary and authentic experiences for STEM and literacy with magazines and book sets.
Special Needs Students - Pre K - 5
posted September 21, 2016
0% Funded
Only $376.36 Needed
Go pro with GoPro!
Kathleen Mid.
It is our goal to provide students with the opportunity to use the modern tools of production to create videos with our Video Production program. To accommodate this, we would like to expand our equipment to include a GoPro5 Session camera. This camera can be used with an assortment of mounts and the specific desire is to use it with a drone camera setup.
Technology - 6-8
posted September 21, 2016
0% Funded
Only $299 Needed
Computers to Achieve Results
Winter Haven HS
We would like to be awarded 500.00 so we could purchase 10 Tablets for our Reading Department to increase student achievement and teach 21st Century Skills.
Other - 9-12
posted September 21, 2016
0% Funded
Only $499.8 Needed
Graduation Motivation
Auburndale HS
To provide extra incentive for 150 juniors to pass the US History End of Course Exam.
Social Studies - 11
posted September 21, 2016
0% Funded
Only $450 Needed
Classroom Library
Lena Vista Elem.
My goal is to motivate and help my students become successful readers and raise their comprehension and vocabulary scores.
Language Arts - 3
posted September 21, 2016
0% Funded
Only $250 Needed
Pantry
Lake Region HS
The FCCLA and Culinary Academy have combined efforts to supply students at LRHS with necessary items like food, clothing, and toiletries.
Other - 9-12
posted September 22, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
Eagle to Eagle Tutoring
George Jenkins HS
To provide snacks for the Eagle to Eagle tutoring program, hoping to motivate 50+ high-risk students to attend and work on homework, study for tests, or receive tutoring for any subject--regardless of difficulty--with the goal of raising graduation rates and grades in the classroom.
Mathematics - 9-12
posted September 22, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
math & notes make a perfect 'pear'
Bartow Senior
To earn enough for a 1 year premium membership.
Mathematics - 9-12
posted September 22, 2016
0% Funded
Only $99.96 Needed
Understanding Economics!
Lakeland Senior
Students will use reading (Charles Wheelan's Naked Economics: Undressing the Dismal Science) to gain understanding in economics. Engaging Student friendly content will entice students to inquire and answer questions about the economic world around them.
Social Studies - 12
posted September 22, 2016
0% Funded
Only $443.1 Needed
Bucket Drumline STEAM Project
Cleveland Court Elem.
Through this project, the students will apply their knowledge of teamwork, rhythm and patterns to the study of how different types of sounds are created while also learning the science behind building their own instruments. This project will utilize strategies they are learning in their general classrooms about spatial awareness, scientific studies about sound waves, and the Engineering process used to build the instruments. It's a great cross-curricular musical experience that gives the students something they can take ownership of.
Music - 3
posted September 22, 2016
0% Funded
Only $400 Needed
Versatile Learning in Math with VersaTiles
Caldwell Elementary
To have my students master 2nd grade math standards.
Mathematics - 2
posted September 22, 2016
0% Funded
Only $249.95 Needed
Mysterious Cityscapes
Crystal Lake Mid.
Students will be able to create unique drawings in two-point perspective totally on their own after learning the process in a unit created and taught by the art instructor.It takes no less than 12 lessons to be able to draw a two point perspective drawing as shown above.
Art - 6-8
posted September 22, 2016
0% Funded
Only $497.72 Needed
Science Fair Support
Citrus Ridge: A Civics Academy
My goal is to raise funds to encourage participation in the schools science fair. I would like to purchase science display boards, student awards (trophies), and provide volunteers with pizza for all the help they provide.
Science - 6-8
posted September 22, 2016
0% Funded
Only $419.85 Needed
Tablets for STEM
Carlton Palmore Elem.
If provided with the funds to purchase Kindles for my third grade STEM classroom, we will be able to incorporate reading and technology across the curriculum.
Stem - 3
posted September 23, 2016
0% Funded
Only $480 Needed
Reading corner
Caldwell Elementary
I really need to expand my book collection and create a reading area for my students! We have an hour a day to read but they spend so much time looking for books that they might enjoy that they barely read.
Language Arts - 5
posted September 25, 2016
0% Funded
Only $440 Needed
Community Workers Help Us Communicate!
Spook Hill Elem.
One of the main goals of children in ESE PreK is improving communication skills. Since children love to talk, pretend, and learn about community workers (police, firefighters, postal workers, etc), what better way to encourage language and improve communication skills?
Special Needs Students - Pre-K
posted September 26, 2016
0% Funded
Only $271.72 Needed
Honor Choir Funding
Kathleen Mid.
We at Kathleen have had a student pass the first two auditions for All-State Choir and have also had three young men audition for American Choral Director's Association Honor Choir. We need to buy them music and fund their travel to these prestigious opportunities.
Music - 6-8
posted September 26, 2016
0% Funded
Only $473.05 Needed
Relax and Read -- Reading Nook
John Snively Elem.
Our School has a wonderful community supported Relax and Read program where volunteers from the community come in and read to our students each week. These volunteers create a love and an excitement for reading. I would like to build on this 'Relax and Read' program by creating a comfy reading nook -- where students will want to grab a book or Kindle and read.
Language Arts - 2
posted September 26, 2016
0% Funded
Only $234.87 Needed
Thespian Troupe #4096 -Drama Club
Auburndale HS
To reactivate the Thespian Troupe #4096 and provide funding for props, materials, scripts and theatre technology to enhance the Theatre program.
Other - 9-12
posted September 28, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
Connecting with the World Through Color Books
Davenport Sch. Of Arts
To help my students understand that their art should be shared with others through service and not confined to personal gain. To understand third world culture and appreciate the opportunities we have to make art.
Art - 6-8
posted September 28, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
The Science of it All
North Lakeland Elem.
It is my goal for all of my students to be proficient in the 4th grade Science standards. With hands on projects, I would like my students to be able to research scientific problems that exist in our natural world. Students can use their knowledge to research and solve real world problems in our world. Some examples would be global warming, pollution, and carbon footprints.
Stem - 4
posted September 28, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
Forever Blue
Citrus Ridge: A Civics Academy
To dress students in the proper attire (official dress) for local and state competitions. To establish a new FFA chapter in a title 1 school with the nationally required attire by FFA standards for competition.
Technology - 6-8
posted September 28, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
Going on a Trip, A Little Virtual Trip
Jewett SOA
As a Social Studies teacher it is difficult to bring history alive for the students. The places we discuss seem so far away. Through the use of Google Cardboard, I want to put the students in the middle of the action whether it be taking a virtual tour of Washington D.C. or visiting the Colosseum.
Technology - 6-8
posted September 28, 2016
0% Funded
Only $300 Needed
Ignite a Love for Reading
John Snively Elem.
My goal is to improve reading and writing skills by incorporating technology into the classroom.
Language Arts - 4
posted September 28, 2016
0% Funded
Only $285.76 Needed
Hands on Learning in Math
Kingsford Elem.
My goal is to provide purposeful, engaging, and hands on math activities for my 42 fourth grade math students.
Mathematics - 4
posted September 28, 2016
0% Funded
Only $107.94 Needed
Help For Our Superheroes
Palmetto Elementary
Our goal is to acquire 30 headsets with microphones for use in an After School Program that we wish to implement at our school for our Non-English and Limited English speaking students.
Other - K-5
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $487.2 Needed
Making College Connections: Ready, Set, ROAD TRIP: UCF
Haines City HS/IB East
To provide students the opportunity to EXPERIENCE their post secondary options.
Other - 9-12
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
Making College Connections: Ready, Set, ROAD TRIP: University of South Florida
Haines City HS/IB East
To provide students the opportunity to EXPERIENCE their post-secondary options.
Other - 9-12
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
Pumpkin Investigation
Elbert Elem.
For all students to investigate, analyze and compile data on pumpkins.
Stem - K-5
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $350 Needed
Raspberry Pi Programming
Denison Mid.
Get 8 Raspberry Pi Computer Kits.
Technology - 6-8
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $399.92 Needed
Raised Garden Beds for Ag Classes
Winter Haven HS
To add as many raised garden beds to our existing ag program so more students can experience growing their own plants for food. In addition, to allow the students to be involved in the planning and building so that they could go back to their current or future homes and duplicate it to grow their own plants.
Other - 9-12
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $386.8 Needed
Wigglers Need Wobble Chairs
Oscar Pope Elem.
My classroom needs seven wobble chairs to help them stay focused and meet their need to fidget during instruction.
Special Needs Students - K-5
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $489.65 Needed
Bored Games?!?
Kathleen HS
My goal is to provide my students with a few historical/educational board games.
Social Studies - 10
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $227.19 Needed
Don't worry, Be Happy!!!
Kathleen HS
My goal is to purchase a set of 24 stress balls for my AP students to use during exams! These kids need to relax a bit!
Social Studies - 10
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $69.79 Needed
It's Not Just about the Pictures
John Snively Elem.
My goal is to encourage children to read more often and thus improve their fluency and comprehension skills.
Language Arts - 4
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $139.8 Needed
Wiggle While You Work
Spessard Holland Elem.
With all this testing, students need a little wiggle room. My goal is to provide students with a physical outlet while working so that their active bodies can move while their growing minds are at work.
Language Arts - 4
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $69.75 Needed
Gonna work on the floor? Let me grab my lap desk!
Spessard Holland Elem.
My goal is to purchase 5 reading trays, which would provide students using our reading corner with an alternative seating/storage option.
Language Arts - 4
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $34.95 Needed
Wiggle, wiggle, wiggle, what!
Kathleen HS
My goal is to purchase a handful of bouncy bands for my hyperactive students.
Social Studies - 10
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $59.8 Needed
No More Sandbagging!
Lakeland Senior
Use sandbag fitness to help increase strength, burn fat and endurance as an alternative to traditional weight lifting.
Health/P.E. - 9-12
posted September 29, 2016
0% Funded
Only $479.85 Needed
Celebration Of Life
Union Academy
As an International Baccalaureate Middle School we want to develop our students into global citizens.
Art - 6-8
posted September 30, 2016
0% Funded
Only $496.89 Needed
6Ps for Success School wide Dog Tag Program
Gause Acad.
To motivate students to become successful each day following the 6Ps for success, Proud, Polite, Present, Prepared, Productive and Prompt
Other - 6-8
posted September 30, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
Turtle Night Skies Conservation
Kathleen HS
To teach students about the electromagnetic spectrum while conducting a a research project with the National Park Service by measuring the beach background lighting with instrumentation to measure the background lightning optical spectrum.
Goals:
1. Reduce Turtle migratory disorientation for egg laying.
2. Increase environmental awareness.
Provide hands-on training in the operation of test and measurement instrumentation.
3. Contribute to the National Park Service database.
Science - 9-12
posted September 30, 2016
0% Funded
Only $500 Needed
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