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Ms. Howell from Queens, NY is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Enhancing Classroom Creativity: The Need for a Color Printer

Help me give my students a color printer to work with maps and historical images that are in color instead of black and white.

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I hope this letter finds you well. As we strive to create an inspiring and dynamic learning environment for our students, an invaluable addition to our classroom that will significantly enhance the educational experience is a color printer.

In today's digital age, education has transcended traditional boundaries, and incorporating vibrant visuals and colorful materials into our lessons has become increasingly important.

A color printer would be a powerful tool in fostering creativity, engagement, and effective communication among our students.

Here are some 3- compelling reasons why a color printer is essential for our classroom:

1-Visual Impact: Many educational resources, from charts and diagrams to infographics, are designed to be understood more effectively in color. A color printer would allow us to create visually appealing materials that capture the attention of our students, making the learning process more engaging. Such as colorful handouts, charts, and diagrams and can help students grasp complex concepts more easily and retain information more effectively.

2-Project-Based Learning: A color printer is crucial for project-based learning activities. Students can create colorful presentations, posters, and displays that showcase their understanding of a subject, fostering a sense of pride and accomplishment in their work.

3-Real-World Connection: In the professional world, color is often used to convey information and make presentations more impactful. By introducing color printing in our classroom, we prepare our students for the expectations they will encounter in higher education and future careers.

Ms. Howell George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences 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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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Queens, NY 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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Epson - EcoTank ET-2850 All-in-One Supertank Inkjet Printer - Black • Best Buy Education $200.05 1 $200.05
502 High Capacity (4 Bottles) Compatible Refill Ink Bottles Replacement for Epson 502 Ink Refill Bottles Work for EcoTank ET-2850 ET-3830 ET-3850 ET-2760 ET-3760 ET-15000 ET-2803 ET-2750 ET-3750 • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Materials cost

$218.04

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.27

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$251.31

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$44.35

Total project goal

$295.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $295.66

6 Donors

-$235.07

Donations toward project cost

-$208.81

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.26

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$10.59

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 $0.00

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