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Ms. Crippen from Gilbert, AZ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bright Ideas and Bold Colors

Help me give my students blackout curtains so they can see our projector screen, and a color printer so their presentations are colorful and creative!

  • $934 goal

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My Project

I am fortunate to have an incredible group of upper elementary Montessori students who are curious, creative, and eager to learn. Each day, they bring enthusiasm and a unique perspective to the classroom, making teaching them a joy. Their intrinsic motivation and ability to work independently are qualities that set them apart and make them truly special.

A color printer and blackout curtains will significantly enhance their learning experience.

The color printer will allow us to produce vibrant and engaging materials that capture their interest and support various learning activities. From a weekly work plan to creating detailed maps and charts, printing student work, and visual aids, the ability to use color will make information more accessible and exciting. This will particularly benefit our project-based learning approach, where students often need high-quality, colorful resources to present their findings effectively.

The blackout curtains will create a more conducive learning environment by allowing us to control the natural light in the classroom. This is especially important for activities that require a darker setting, such as using the projector for multimedia presentations or creating a calm and compassionate space for focused work and relaxation. By managing the light, we can enhance the ambiance and comfort of the classroom, helping students concentrate better and feel more at ease.

The goals of this project are to enrich the learning environment and provide students with the tools they need to succeed. By integrating these resources, I aim to foster a more dynamic and engaging classroom where students can thrive academically and personally. Your support will help us bring these essential resources into our classroom, making a lasting impact on the education and development of these wonderful students.

Ms. Crippen San Tan Charter School - Recker Grades 3-5

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Gilbert, AZ View local requests 24 students impacted 11donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP Smart -Tank 6001 Wireless Cartridge-Free all in one printer, this ink -tank printer comes with up to 2 years of ink included, with mobile print, scan, copy (2H0B9A) • Amazon Business $239.99 1 $239.99
Rutterllow Blackout Curtains for Bedroom, Thermal Insulated Room Darkening Curtains 2 Panels for Living Room, Grommet Top (38x45 Inch, Beige) • Amazon Business $22.99 8 $183.92
24 Pack Classroom Headphones Bulk Student Headphones with Microphone Kids Earphones for School, Adjustable over Ear Headphones Class Set Earbuds Wire Headphones for School Students Kids (Black) • Amazon Business $82.99 1 $82.99
13 Inch Wide Thermal Laminator Machine 11x17 Laminator for Teacher Personal Cold Hot Lamination Machine 60S Warm-Up Jam-Free Laminate Machine, A3/A4/A5/A6 Laminating Machine for Home Office School Use • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Epakh 600 Pack Clear Sheet Protectors for 3 Ring Binder Page Protectors, Plastic Sheet Protectors Fits Standard 8.5 x 11 Paper, Reinforced 11 Hole Design • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98
48 Pcs School to Home Folders Take Home Heavy Duty Folders 2 Pocket Folder Homework Folders for Students Parent Teacher Communication Folders for Kid Student Home Classroom, 11.8 x 9.45 Inch(Green) • Amazon Business $42.99 1 $42.99
HERKKA 400 Pack Laminating Sheets, Holds 8.5 x 11 Inch Sheets, 3 Mil Clear Thermal Laminating Pouches 9 x 11.5 Inch Lamination Sheet Paper for Laminator, Round Corner Letter Size • Amazon Business $38.95 1 $38.95

Materials cost

$702.81

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $50.25

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.54

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$793.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$140.05

Total project goal

$933.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $933.65

10 Donors

-$788.21

Donations toward project cost

-$697.98

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$90.23

match offer

-$112.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$95.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$16.88

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$32.94

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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