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Mrs. Kautz from Hill City, SD is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creative Career Opportunities

Help me give my students access to tools to start thier creative careers

  • $3,504 goal

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My Project

A laser cutter, vinyl machine, and T-shirt machine are great tools for an art and career classroom because they help students create amazing projects while learning important skills.

Laser cutters can cut or engrave designs on materials like wood, acrylic, or leather.

Imagine making a puzzle, a custom sign, or even a cool keychain! Learning to use a laser cutter teaches students how to design on a computer and understand how machines work.

Vinyl machines cut shapes or letters out of sticky vinyl sheets. This vinyl can be used to make stickers, signs, or decorations for school projects. It’s like having your own sticker-making factory! Using a vinyl machine helps students practice patience and attention to detail while being creative.

T-shirt machines (like heat press machines) let students put their own designs onto T-shirts. Students can design something on a computer, print it on special paper, and then use the T-shirt machine to press the design onto a shirt. Making custom T-shirts is not only fun, but it also teaches students about the process of creating products, which is useful for a future job in design or business.

Overall, these machines help students turn their ideas into real, tangible things. They learn how to think creatively, use technology, and solve problems—skills that are important for many careers. Plus, making something with your own hands is really satisfying and can boost confidence!

Mrs. Kautz Hill City High School Grades 9-12

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Hill City, SD View local requests

More than a third 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

150 students impacted 9donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
xTool M1 Ultra 4-in-1 Craft Machine(Premium Kit), with Riser Base and Rotary Tool, All-in-One Machine for Die Cutting, Vinyl Cutting, 20W Laser Engraving and Drawing, Smart Crafter for 1000+ Materials • Amazon Business $1,881.28 1 $1,881.28
xTool Screen Printing Machine Multi-Color Kit, Screen Printing Kit with Pre-Coated Screen, Revolutionary Screen Printing Solution, Screen Printer for T-Shirts Small Business Gifts(Laser Not Included) • Amazon Business $504.95 1 $504.95
xTool Inkjet Printing Module for M1 Ultra Craft Machine, for Color Inkjet Printing on Wood, Canvas, Clay, Paper, Leather, Photo Paper, and More, Bring Colors to Your Craft, 1 Ink Cartridge Included • Amazon Business $180.60 1 $180.60
xTool S1 Air Assist, 30L/min Air Output for Laser Air Assist compatible with xTool S1, Auto Control Air Assist and Air Pump for Wood Cutter and Metal Engraver • Amazon Business $142.97 1 $142.97
xTool Starter Material Kit for M1 Ultra 10W/20W Craft Machine • Amazon Business $22.57 1 $22.57
xTool Limit Blocks for M1 Ultra Inkjet Module, 4pcs • Amazon Business $22.57 1 $22.57

Materials cost

$2,754.94

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $151.52

3rd party payment processing fee

$41.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,977.78

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$525.49

Total project goal

$3,503.27

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $3,503.27

6 Donors

-$1,882.00

Donations toward project cost

-$1,599.70

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$282.30

Matching donations from our partners

-$1,621.27

Match offers toward project cost

-$1,378.08

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$243.19

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