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

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Empowering Every Student with Equal Access to Essential Math Tools

Help me give my students secure TI-84 calculators and a charging station for all students.

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My Project

As a high school math teacher I teach nearly 200 students who require reliable access to essential learning tools. One such tool is the TI-84 graphing calculator, a standard device used in high school mathematics and beyond. Unfortunately, not all students have the financial means to purchase one, which can create inequities in learning experiences and outcomes.

This project aims to secure TI-84 calculators along with a charging station to ensure all students, regardless of socioeconomic background, have equal access to this crucial resource.

By integrating these calculators into daily instruction, students will develop proficiency in graphing, data analysis, and problem-solving, skills that are fundamental for success in STEM fields and higher education.

Project Goals:

Provide all students with equitable access to TI-84 calculators during instructional time.

Enhance students’ understanding of mathematical concepts through hands-on application.

Prepare students for standardized testing and post-secondary education by familiarizing them with the TI-84, a widely used calculator in college courses and exams.

Promote financial equity by alleviating the burden of purchasing expensive graphing calculators.

Impact: This project will have a lasting impact not only on my current students but also on future classes. Access to TI-84 calculators will provide students with the confidence and skills necessary to excel in mathematics and related fields. By removing financial barriers, we can ensure that every student has the opportunity to reach their full academic potential.

Thank you for considering this project and for your commitment to supporting equitable education for all students.

Ms. Skaggs Corona Del Sol High School Grades 9-12

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Tempe, AZ 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

160 students impacted 15donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Texas Instruments ti-84 Plus Ce Color Graphing Calculator, Black • Amazon Business $97.20 9 $874.80
Texas Instruments 10 Unit Charging Station for TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculators • School Specialty $104.32 1 $104.32

Materials cost

$979.12

Vendor shipping charges

$10.43

Sales tax

$70.01

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,104.25

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$194.87

Total project goal

$1,299.12

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,299.12

12 Donors

-$847.36

Donations toward project cost

-$724.01

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$123.35

Matching donations from our partners

-$447.35

Match offers toward project cost

-$380.25

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$67.10

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.42

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$0.00

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