Math Wishlist
If you are looking to sponsor or support math and science programs for students, we want to make it easy for you. If you know what you’d like to do give us a call or send us an email. If you’re looking for ideas, we’ve listed a few ways you could make a big difference in your school’s math and science programs.
The CPS budget funds compensation for 27,000 teachers, 600 principals and the support staff of 19,000. Each school’s budget also funds textbooks, library books and materials, food, building maintenance and security. In addition, all schools have modest allocations for technology and library books, although not at an optimal level.
The following numbers reflect the total costs associated with each item. Donations may be made in any amount towards any of the items listed below. Donations may be made online by clicking the red “Donate Now” button.
Classroom calculators (35 students) $350
Science fair scholarships $500-$1000
Science equipment for one quarter (K-5) $700
Science equipment for one quarter (6-8) $1500
After school Science Club $5000
Robotics Team $3500/team
25-school league $50,000
Two year intensive support of math & science probation school $320,000
Renovate science laboratories $1,500,000
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