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Ms. Simon from Waukegan, IL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Enhancing Classroom Engagement With Technology, Creativity, and Visual Learning Tools

I need to enhance learning, I need a printer for resources, a whiteboard for interactive lessons, and an Instax camera for creative expression, enabling a dynamic, collaborative, and engaging classroom experience for students.

  • $710 goal

This project expired on April 3, 2025.

This project expired on April 3, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

By integrating a printer, whiteboard, and Instax camera into my classroom, I will significantly enhance both my professional growth and my students' learning experiences. These tools will not only improve my ability to deliver content, but also foster a more engaging, creative, and interactive environment for my students.

The printer will allow me to quickly generate personalized learning materials such as worksheets, study guides, and visual aids tailored to individual student needs.

This will help me adapt my teaching methods more effectively, enabling me to differentiate instruction and provide targeted support for students at various skill levels. Professionally, these resources will help me become more efficient in lesson planning and better equipped to meet diverse learning styles.

The whiteboard, on the other hand, will facilitate dynamic, real-time interaction during lessons. I can use it to sketch diagrams, illustrate key concepts, and brainstorm ideas with my students, allowing for collaborative problem-solving and active participation. As a teacher, this immediate visual feedback will enable me to assess student understanding and adjust instruction on the spot, fostering a responsive and adaptable teaching approach.

Finally, the Instax camera will enable me to capture moments of student success, growth, and creativity in tangible ways. I can use the photos to create visual portfolios or interactive displays that celebrate achievements and reflect on classroom learning. This will not only motivate students to take ownership of their learning, but also encourage them to engage more deeply with the content. It will be a powerful tool for building a positive, student-centered classroom culture.

In turn, students will benefit by having access to more personalized, interactive, and hands-on learning experiences that promote creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking—skills essential for their academic success and personal development.

Ms. Simon Waukegan High School - Washington Grades 9-12

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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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Waukegan, IL 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

Never Before Funded 13 students impacted

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Epson - EcoTank ET-3850 All-in-One Supertank Inkjet Printer - White • Best Buy Education $279.06 1 $279.06
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera + MiniMate Accessory Bundle & Compatible Custom Case + Fuji Instax Film Value Pack (50 Sheets) Flamingo Designer Photo Album (Blossom Pink) • Amazon Business $145.95 1 $145.95
Rolling Dry Erase Board 46 x 32 - Large Portable Magnetic Whiteboard with Stand - Double Sided Easel Style Whiteboard with Wheels - Mobile Standing Whiteboard for Office, Classroom & Home • Amazon Business $139.99 1 $139.99

Materials cost

$565.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$603.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.50

Total project goal

$709.98

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