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New Class at Boone High

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by BioTeacher, Jun 7, 2013.

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  1. Jun 19, 2013 #81
    jazzybio13 Ames

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    DJ- thanks for that link plug on my tank. I would be most willing to help out, we could drop our price on the tank and sell it to her discounted (I would have to talk the price over with the husband) I wish I could just flat out donate it, but money's too tight (our daughter ended up being in the nicu, so unexpected bills there!). But we could most certainly work something out! I would absolutely love to help in this way! I could also work on some of this spare equipment I have as well...

    Bio teacher, I am up here in ames too, I will send you a message. /DesktopModules/ActiveForums/themes/_default//emoticons/smile.gif
     
  2. Jun 20, 2013 #82
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    Jazzy, I responded to your message. I hope your daughter is doing well? I would LOVE to see what you have. /DesktopModules/ActiveForums/themes/_default/emoticons/smile.gif
     
  3. Jun 20, 2013 #83
    BioTeacher

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    Woo-hoo!!! Just got an offer for lights! Got to work out the details. /DesktopModules/ActiveForums/themes/_default//emoticons/smile.gif
     
  4. Jun 20, 2013 #84
    Sponge Marshalltown, IA

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    I have been in contact with Shannon almost every day since her first post. Some members are doing their best to help her out with equipment donations , etc. TANK YOU!!
    However, there haven't been any financial donations and even a little bit will help her and the students. Everyone knows how expensive this hobby is/can be so just imagine what it is for this school/Shannon/students. She's starting from square one! We know just how much salt costs and just imagine how much salt they will go through having 2 200gallon tanks, a QT, etc! Fish food, test kits, Ca & Alk, and on and on! I'm sure Shannon will come up with ways to fund the ongoing future costs but RIGHT NOW she needs our help!!

    As was stated early on, if most members would donate $5/$10 or more, it will DEFINITELY HELP! Just look for the posted link Shannon provided earlier to make your financial donations. If you have rock, sand, salt or anything else that the students/Shannon could use, please pm Shannon or post here :0) Thanks everyone!
     
  5. Jun 21, 2013 #85
    Rocketmann

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    I don't know how long it takes to get through the system, but I donated money on Tuesday.
     
  6. Jun 21, 2013 #86
    BioTeacher

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    Thank you!!!! I'll check into that, today. That way, we will also have an idea of how long it takes. /DesktopModules/ActiveForums/themes/_default/emoticons/biggrin.gif



     
  7. Jun 21, 2013 #87
    BioTeacher

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    It's there! Thank you! I think it goes in that day and shows up the next! /DesktopModules/ActiveForums/themes/_default//emoticons/smile.gif
     
  8. Jun 21, 2013 #88
    danmgray Sioux City, IA

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    Donation sent. Please use as you see fit.
     
  9. Jun 21, 2013 #89
    Sponge Marshalltown, IA

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    Way to Go Rocketmann and Danmgray!! Thank You! :=0) It's good to post your $ donation as Shannon can then check to make sure the money got to her marine department!

    Keep the $ donations coming!! THANKS!!
     
  10. Jun 22, 2013 #90
    BioTeacher

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    Awesome!!! Thanks for the donations Rocketmann and Danmgray!! That helps a lot with my future planning! I know we will need things during the year, as well! I do have a favor. If you send a donation, would you mind letting me know the amount in a PM? That will allow me to keep a running total to compare to what the school has. Our financial person is AMAZING, but, it never hurts to have a second set of eyes on things! We have whittled my list of needs down. I'll be updating that, soon. Thanks again, everyone!
     
  11. Jun 22, 2013 #91
    Nik Windsor Heights

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    Go ahead and post that list we made yesterday Shannon.
     
  12. Jun 22, 2013 #92
    BioTeacher

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    Well, here goes! I still need:


    2 skimmers


    2 pumps (3,000 gph)


    Salt (remember my "duh!" moment?)


    6 powerheads


    Refractometer


    Crushed coral


    Heaters


    Digital Thermostats


    Refugium lights


    DI Resin


    And...of course...live stuff! That's what this is all about, right? /DesktopModules/ActiveForums/themes/_default/emoticons/biggrin.gif






     
  13. Jun 22, 2013 #93
    blackx-runner Cedar Rapids, IA

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    Did you get a hold of live rock?

    Are you wanting crushed coral for a substrate? That's another one of those things that people have been moving away from.
     
  14. Jun 22, 2013 #94
    BioTeacher

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    I have had a couple of offers of seed rock. Nothing as far as the quantity I'll need. I've had one offer of some dry rock. I think we had decided on a mix of sand and crushed coral. To be honest, my head's spinning a little. The sand I have is the sugar sized and I don't have enough and I'm afraid it would just be too messy to use in the big tanks with the powerheads and circulators going.
     
  15. Jun 22, 2013 #95
    blackx-runner Cedar Rapids, IA

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    I like special grade reef sand. Its a little coarser and doesn't blow around as easily. But crushed coral is definitely cheaper, and should do just fine mixed with finer material. It will probably separate over time, but I don't think it causes any issues.
     
  16. Jun 22, 2013 #96
    jsprague

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    Has the school made any commitments to this program? Are they going to support ongoing maintenance costs in the coming years? It seems like a large undertaking for you to be solely responsible for. Hopefully they can also see the educational value, because their support is probably most important to the longevity of the program.
     
  17. Jun 22, 2013 #97
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    Absolutely they are behind this program! It was my principal's idea to start it based on my past experience. He gave me a small budget that I could have run a couple of small tanks with. When I contacted GIRS, it got a LOT bigger due to the willingness of others to help out so much! My superintendent is excited, supportive, and behind the program, too. Good question, jsprague!/DesktopModules/ActiveForums/themes/_default/emoticons/biggrin.gif



     
  18. Jun 22, 2013 #98
    jsprague

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    Good to hear. Are you going to leave room for a frag tank? Could help pay for salt.
     
  19. Jun 22, 2013 #99
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    I have a 30 gallon I'm going to set up. I'm trying to decided between using it as quarantine or frag.
     
  20. Jun 22, 2013 #100
    blackx-runner Cedar Rapids, IA

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    I'd say quarantine is more important than a frag tank.
     
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