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Ms. S. Lopez from Astoria, NY is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A 3D Adventure in Creativity and Social Skills

Help me give my students a 3D printer to recreate and interact with their self-made designs and manipulatives during social skills lesson.

  • This project is not currently eligible for funding.
  • $633 goal

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Imagine a classroom where students not only create incredible designs but also use those very creations to build stronger social skills. With a 3D printer, my students with autism could transform their ideas into tangible, interactive models that enhance both creativity and communication. From printing their own personal creations to crafting manipulatives for social skills lessons, this printer would serve as a bridge between imagination and meaningful social interaction. Its like turning their favorite toy into a conversation starter or using a model to practice empathy, turn-taking, or even just making new friends in a fun, hands-on way.

But this isn't just about cool gadget it’s about building confidence, fostering independence, and making learning more engaging.

With each print, students would not only hone their fine motor skills but also feel a sense of pride as they craft something uniquely theirs. Plus, no more boring worksheets or generic flashcards our students would be the designers of their own educational tools. Its a win-win: the printer would ignite their creativity while also helping them practice social skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. Let’s give my students with special needs the power to create, connect, and share one printed piece at a time!

Ms. S. Lopez PS255Q @ PS397 Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Astoria, NY View local requests

More than 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

60 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bambu Lab - A1 Combo 3D Printer - Silver • Best Buy Education $500.37 1 $500.37

Materials cost

$500.37

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.51

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$537.88

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$94.92

Total project goal

$632.80

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