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Mr. Wykrent from Paw Paw, MI is requesting technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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3D Design and Prototyping

My students need 3D printer and different types of filament to print their designs and explore emerging careers.

  • $1,693 goal

This project expired on January 11, 2016.

This project expired on January 11, 2016.

My Students

"3D printing has digitized the entire manufacturing process." - Peter Diamandis When you walk into my classroom it is easy to see how much the students enjoy having the ability to be creative.

My students are awesome!

They are energetic, enthusiastic, and always do their best both in the classroom and community. We are a family, and family takes care of each other. Our school is located in the "fruit belt" of Michigan. Many of my students come from financially stressed families while others come from very affluent families. Regardless of their socioeconomic background, our students have continuously increased their ACT test scores year after year. Last year, we were awarded "Best High Schools Silver Medal Award" by U.S. News. Students in my class also receive 4 college credit hours through a Direct Credit program at Southwestern Michigan College.

My Project

My students currently are able to use the most up-to-date Computer Aided Drafting and Design software to create solutions to real world problems. With the addition of a 3D printer, they will be able to have a way to output their designs. They will learn about form, function, and ergonomics. Besides being exposed to engineering and design, students will also be exploring the medical uses of 3D printing in occupational therapy and prosthetics.

I recently had a student in my woodworking class that lost her right hand and forearm in a horseback riding accident.

My high school design students worked with occupational therapist students from Western Michigan University to create devices that the student used to be successful in the woodworking class. Having a 3D printer in my classroom would allow my students to test their designs; more importantly, it will allow them to explore nontraditional career paths.

Mr. Wykrent Paw Paw High School Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Paw Paw, MI View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 165 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
FlashForge 3d Printer Creator Pro, Metal Frame Structure, Acrylic Covers, Optimized Build Platform, Dual Extruder W/2 Spools, Works with ABS and PLA • Amazon Business $1,199.00 1 $1,199.00
NinjaFlex TPE Filament, 1.75 mm Diameter, .50 kg Spool, Fire • Amazon Business $51.53 2 $103.06
Alchement - Glass(PETG) Series, 3D Filament, 1.75mm, 1kg (Clear, Transparent) • Amazon Business $27.99 2 $55.98
SainSmart PETG 3D Printers Filament, 1.75mm,1kg/2.2lbs (1.75mm) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Materials cost

$1,388.03

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$20.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,438.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$253.91

Total project goal

$1,692.76

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