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Mrs. Saunders- Bedward from Brooklyn, NY is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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From Zero to Hero: the Power of Your Pocket Calculator!

Help me give my students calculators so that they can enhance their problem-solving skills.

  • $704 goal

This project expired on May 23, 2025.

This project expired on May 23, 2025.

My Project

I am incredibly proud of the hardworking, dedicated students in my class. They bring a great deal of energy and enthusiasm to their learning, particularly when it comes to mathematics. What I love most about them is their eagerness to embrace new challenges and their curiosity about how math applies to the world around them. These students understand that math isn’t just about solving problems—it's about developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills that will help them throughout life.

The calculators I’m requesting will significantly enhance the learning experience for my students.

With these calculators, they will be able to more easily explore complex mathematical concepts, from algebra to geometry to calculus. Many of my students currently struggle to complete tasks due to the lack of proper tools, and these calculators will remove barriers, allowing them to focus on understanding the concepts rather than getting bogged down in manual calculations.

These tools will also allow for more interactive, real-world problem-solving. Students will be able to conduct experiments, graph functions, and even simulate real-life math applications—activities that will deepen their understanding and make learning more engaging.

To conclude my students are incredibly resilient and motivated. They come from diverse backgrounds and each one brings a unique perspective to the classroom. Despite the challenges they face, they remain committed to their learning, often helping each other along the way. They are curious, hardworking, and passionate about improving their skills. By providing them with the proper tools like calculators, I know they’ll be empowered to unlock their full potential and excel in math and beyond.

Mrs. Saunders- Bedward Frederick Douglass Academy VII High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Brooklyn, NY View local requests

Nearly all 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

308 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE Color Graphing Calculator, Black • Amazon Business $111.99 5 $559.95

Materials cost

$559.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$598.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$105.59

Total project goal

$703.94

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