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Ms. Louis from Miami, FL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Capturing Joy and Creativity: a Photo Booth for Our Classroom

Help me give my students an iPad and photobooth to capture memories in our classroom.

  • $1,407 goal

This project expired on May 3, 2025.

This project expired on May 3, 2025.

My Project

This project will bring a portable photo booth setup and an iPad to our classroom, creating a space where students can capture moments that matter. The iPad will serve as a versatile tool, enabling students to edit photos, create digital portfolios, and design multimedia presentations. The photo booth will allow us to capture moments and celebrate student achievements through fun, personalized photos during award ceremonies and classroom celebrations.

We will also foster creativity by integrating photography into art and writing projects.

The photo booth and iPad will allow us to build community by capturing group photos during school events and collaborative projects. The iPad will also support our academic goals by providing access to educational apps, digital storytelling tools, and photo editing software.

This project will bring joy, creativity, and modern technology to our classroom. Students will develop technical skills, boost their self-confidence, and have the opportunity to celebrate their individuality and accomplishments. By capturing their learning journeys and personal growth, they will create lasting memories and deepen their connection to our school community.

Ms. Louis Frederick Douglass Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Miami, FL View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

228 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
SIOXCFZ Portable Photo Booth Shell Stand for Ipad 10.2'' 10.9'' 11'' 12.9''Selfie PhotoBooth Machines with Software APP Control Ring Ligh Free Custom Logo,Flight Case,Light Box Black • Amazon Business $799.00 1 $799.00
Apple - 10.9-Inch iPad - Latest Model - (10th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 64GB - Yellow • Best Buy Education $349.00 1 $349.00

Materials cost

$1,148.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$17.22

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,195.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$210.92

Total project goal

$1,406.14

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