Many students in underserved schools have limited access to laboratories, equipment, and practical science education. Our Trust proposes a hybrid solution: one Mobile Science Lab will visit six schools every week, supported by a permanent Science Corner in each school.

The mobile laboratory will provide experiments, demonstrations, digital STEM tools, and trained instruction. The Science Corners will allow students and teachers to continue simple practical activities between visits.

What the project will provide

- Weekly visits to all six schools (with more than 300 middle and high school students in each school)
- Approximately 4.5 to 6 hours of teaching at each school visit
- Hands-on science and STEM sessions for students
- Training and support for school teacher coordinators
- Practical modules on water, agriculture, health, energy, sanitation, and climate
- Science clubs, student projects, and an annual science exhibition
- Monitoring of student participation and learning outcomes

Team

- **Programme Manager: Salary covered by the Trust**
- Mobile Science Educator: Leads teaching and student activities
- Laboratory Technician-cum-Driver: Manages equipment, safety, logistics, and transport
- **Curriculum Advisers: Volunteers supporting lesson and activity design**
- School Teacher Coordinators: Provided and supported by participating schools
- Monitoring and Evaluation Support: Tracks progress and outcomes

Funding requirement

Estimated startup cost for the vehicle, equipment, and six Science Corners:

$60,000 to $110,000 (USD)

Estimated annual operating cost:

$25,000 to $42,000 (USD)

This excludes the Programme Manager’s salary and volunteer curriculum support, which will be provided by the Trust.

The recommended first-year fundraising target is approximately:

$85,000 to $152,000 (USD)

Funds will support:

- Mobile laboratory setup
- Science equipment and digital STEM tools
- Six school Science Corners
- Educator and technician salaries
- Fuel, maintenance, and insurance
- Consumables and teacher support
- Monitoring, safety, and reporting

Why this model matters

This is more than a vehicle or equipment project. It is a shared science-learning service that will give six schools regular access to practical education while building permanent capacity within each school.

**One mobile laboratory. Six schools. Thousands of opportunities to learn by doing.****More than 1500 students impacted with each Lab.** 

Support this initiative to help students experiment, question, design, and solve problems connected to their own communities.

SCIENCE LAB ON WHEELS for underprivileged schools

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In 2017, a Cambridge-certified teacher and his wife, a PhD in Physics, were deeply moved by a shared vision: a school that would equip students with the skills to solve real-world problems. What began as a dream has blossomed into a revolution. Together, they created a space where students don’t just learn from books—they learn from life itself.

At Roots & Wings Academy, learning is shaped by **design thinking and hands-on experiences**. **Students grow their own food, visit local communities, and tackle social issues head-on, turning everyday moments into powerful lessons.** It is a place where knowledge meets action, where students become problem-solvers for a better tomorrow.

Founded on December 26, 2017, the Academy took flight thanks to the generous support of **a Doctor Scientist, Dr Patrick D Walker and his Social Worker wife, Ms Gail Walker from Arkansas, USA**. To further fuel the vision, we sold our house, parted with my wife’s treasured jewelry, and emptied all our savings, dedicating every ounce of ourselves to the school.

This is more than a career—it is our life’s calling.

In June 2018, Roots & Wings Academy opened its doors to 91 students. Today, we are proud to mentor **467 students**, providing a values-based education that aligns with the CBSE curriculum, while also nurturing critical life skills.

As we look ahead, our goal is to expand and build state-of-the-art facilities. The new campus will include **cutting-edge labs, robotics and 3D printing centers, a hostel, and workshops** to further deepen our commitment to experiential learning.

But our mission extends beyond academics. Our specialized social programs are transforming lives:

- School of Finance: Supporting 12-15 Chartered Accountant aspirants yearly, we have helped **6 students become CAs**, and have helped over **20 aspirants clear their intermediate exams**. We have even produced **a certified Company Secretary**!
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To transform lives and create lasting change, we cannot tread alone. We need partners to invest in a future where knowledge leads to action and opportunity.

By supporting Roots & Wings Academy, you are not just funding a school—you are fueling a movement. Your contribution will help build school facilities that inspire innovation, provide education to those who need it most, and empower individuals to rise above their circumstances.

This is your opportunity to be a part of this movement! By coming together, we can shape a generation of thinkers, creators, and leaders. Your support can provide the resources needed to solve real-world challenges and break the chains of deprivation. Will you help us build a future full of possibilities?

We have acquired a 1-acre plot in the heart of the city, and construction is progressing swiftly. However, to see this project through to completion, we need your support. **Each of the 40 learning spaces costs $16,250**. Your contribution will help us complete this vision and create a dynamic learning environment for our students.

"Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much." – Helen Keller

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