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Mrs. McClinton from Laurens, SC is requesting professional development through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Capturing Excellence: Lens on Classroom Innovation and Collaboration

I need The Canon EOS Rebel camera to capture our teachers' exceptional classroom work. As a TAP school, we'll use it to share instructional strategies through videos and pictures, fostering collaboration among staff and community.

  • $761 goal

This project expired on April 1, 2025.

This project expired on April 1, 2025.

My Project

We, at LDHS, are on a mission to build a 5-star culture of excellence, with collaboration and shared learning at its core. We're seeking a Canon EOS Rebel camera to bring this vision to life in a truly meaningful way.

Imagine capturing the magic that happens in our classrooms daily.

With this camera, we'll document those "aha" moments when a student's eyes light up with understanding, or when a teacher introduces an innovative strategy that captivates the entire class. These images and videos will transform our weekly cluster meetings from routine gatherings into vibrant sessions of inspiration and growth.

We envision teachers eagerly sharing successes and challenges, learning from one another in a supportive environment. The camera will help create a visual library of best practices, showcasing the incredible work our teachers are already doing. It's about celebrating the expertise within our own walls and using it to lift everyone higher.

This tool isn't just about pretty pictures – it's about fostering a culture where excellence is visible, tangible, and achievable for all. As teachers see what's possible in their colleagues' classrooms, they'll be inspired to push boundaries, try new approaches, and continuously refine their craft.

Ultimately, this camera represents an investment in our teachers' professional growth and our students' success. Every photo captured, every video shared, is a step towards more engaging, effective instruction for our learners.

We're excited about the potential of this project to bring our school community closer together, make our professional development more impactful, and shine a spotlight on the everyday heroes in our classrooms. With your support, we can turn this vision into a reality, creating a ripple effect of excellence that will benefit our students for years to come.

Mrs. McClinton Laurens District High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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Nearly all 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

999 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Camera|2 Lens Kit with EF18-55mm + EF 75-300mm Lens, Black • Amazon Business $549.00 1 $549.00
SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory Card - C10, U3, V30, 4K UHD, SD Card - SDSDXXD-128G-GN4IN • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99

Materials cost

$567.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $40.04

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$646.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$114.10

Total project goal

$760.65

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