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Ms. Cates from Locust Grove, GA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Tomorrow: Robotics Kits for Future Innovators

Help me give my students robotics kits to help prepare for the National Beta Convention for the 2025-2026 school year. Thank you so much for your support!

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  • $456 goal

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My Project

I am continually inspired by my students' curiosity, creativity, and determination. Each student brings a unique perspective and skill set to our Beta Club, and I admire their willingness to collaborate, innovate, and support one another. They are not just learners; they are future leaders who are eager to make a difference in the world.

The robotics kits I am requesting will provide my students with hands-on learning experiences that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork.

By engaging with these kits, students will be able to cultivate technical skills, such as coding, engineering principles, and robotics technology. The requested robotics kits will also encourage collaboration by allowing my students to work in teams. Consequently, my students will have a boost of confidence. These kits will empower students to think outside the box, encouraging them to design innovative solutions to real-world problems.

My primary goal for this project is to equip our school's Beta Club members with the necessary tools to excel in the elementary robotics showcase at the National Beta Convention in Savannah, Georgia. Through this goal I plan to enhance STEM learning, foster a passion for technology, and create lasting memories through collaborative projects and opportunities.

A recent interaction with another school that presented their convention projects was particularly impactful. It sparked a fire within my students, igniting their ambition to showcase our school’s talents and creativity on a larger stage. They began brainstorming innovative ideas and strategies, with a clear goal of putting our school on the map. This drive to excel not only reflects their passion for robotics but also their desire to represent our school community with pride.

Ms. Cates Luella Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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Locust Grove, GA 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

18 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Makeblock mBot2 Coding Robot for Kids, AI Learning Robot Support Scratch & Python Programming, Robotics Kit for Kids Ages 8-12 and up, Building STEM Robot Toys Gifts for Boys Girls • Amazon Business $146.99 1 $146.99
ButterflyEdufields 40in1 STEM Robotics Kits for Kids 8-12 Years | DIY Robots Projects for Kids with Electronics Board & Sensors | Best Educational Homeschooling Gift for 8 10 12 Years | 100+ Parts • Amazon Business $83.47 1 $83.47
Makeblock mBot Robot Kit, STEM Projects for Kids Ages 8-12 Learn to Code with Scratch Arduino, Robot Kit for Kids, STEM Toys for Kids,Computer Programming for Beginners Gift for Boys and Girls 8 Pink • Amazon Business $68.99 1 $68.99
Yerloa Robot Building Kit for Kids 6-12, Remote & APP Control Robot Build A Robot Toys for Kids 8-12, Robotics Kit Stem Projects for Kids Ages 8-12, Gifts for 8 9 10 11 12 year old boys girls, 405 Pcs • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Materials cost

$329.44

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $22.73

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.94

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$387.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$68.31

Total project goal

$455.42

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $455.42

4 Donors

-$227.70

Donations toward project cost

-$193.55

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.15

match offer

-$227.72

Match offer toward project cost

-$193.56

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.16

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