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Mr. Phillips from Saint George, UT is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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3D Printer for Young Minds Looking to the Future.

Help me give my students a 3D printer to do all the things that will make them successful in this 21st-century learning environment.

  • $724 goal

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My Project

Project Overview:

This proposal seeks funding to introduce a 3D printer into the 4th-grade classroom.

By integrating this cutting-edge technology, we aim to transform traditional learning methods into dynamic, hands-on experiences that engage students, foster creativity, and develop essential 21st-century skills. This initiative will not only enhance students' understanding of core subjects but also inspire a passion for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.

Project Goals:

Enhance Hands-On Learning:

Our primary goal is to make learning more tangible and engaging. With a 3D printer, students can design and create physical models that bring abstract concepts to life, deepening their understanding of subjects like visual art, science, and engineering.

Foster Creativity and Innovation:

We aim to cultivate a classroom environment where creativity thrives. Students will have the opportunity to design and print their own projects, encouraging them to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to real-world problems.

Integrate STEM Education:

By integrating 3D printing technology into the curriculum, we plan to seamlessly incorporate STEM education into daily lessons. This will prepare students for future educational and career opportunities in fields that require technical proficiency and problem-solving skills.

Promote Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving:

Designing for 3D printing requires precision, planning, and critical thinking. Our goal is to challenge students to think deeply about how their designs will function, encouraging them to develop strong problem-solving skills that will benefit them in all areas of life.

Encourage Collaboration and Communication:

We seek to promote a collaborative learning environment where students work together on projects, share ideas, and communicate effectively to achieve common goals. This will not only enhance their learning experience but also build essential teamwork skills.

Mr. Phillips
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Official Creality K1 3D Printer, 600mm/s High-Speed 3D Printer with 32mm³/s Max Flow Hotend, Hands-free Auto Leveling, Self-test with One Tap, Dual Cooling, 8.66x8.66x9.84 inch • Amazon Business $467.00 1 $467.00
3D Printer Silk Filament, SUNLU Shiny Silk PLA Filament 1.75mm, Smooth Silky Surface, Great Easy to Print for 3D Printers, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, Silk Light Gold+Silver+Blue+Green 4KG • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99
SUNLU Silk PLA Plus 3D Printer Filament, Dual Color Shiny PLA+ Filament 1.75mm, Silk Textures, 360° Spin Unveils Varied Colors, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 1KG Spool(2.2lbs), Silk Black Blue • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
SUNLU 3D Printer Silk Filament,Shiny Silk PLA Filament 1.75mm, Smooth Silky Surface, Great Easy to Print for 3D Printers, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, Silk Green 1KG • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
SUNLU 3D Printer Silk Filament,Shiny Silk PLA Filament 1.75mm, Smooth Silky Surface, Great Easy to Print for 3D Printers, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, Silk Blue 1KG • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99

Materials cost

$575.96

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$614.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$108.46

Total project goal

$723.06

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$723.06

16 Donors

-$470.30

Donations toward project cost

-$414.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$55.55

match offer

-$235.16

Match offer toward project cost

-$199.89

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.27

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.64

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$0.00

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