Help me give my students a 3D printer to create fidget toys for the wellness of their younger peers.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Dovas's classroom raised $494
This project is fully funded
My Project
My fifth and fourth grade students are excited to take part in a student-led community service activity aimed at supporting younger students in our school. This initiative came about while talking to upper-grade students. They are dedicating their recess time to create fidget tools for younger peers who may struggle with focus and staying on task during class.
The Fidget Tool Creation Initiative will empower upper-grade students to take action by designing and constructing various fidget tools with the 3D printer.
These tools will be crafted with care and creativity, providing younger students with resources to help them with their wellness and help them concentrate better in their learning environment. By engaging in this hands-on project, upper-grade students will not only develop their leadership skills but also foster a sense of responsibility and empathy towards their younger classmates.
The community we seek to serve includes the entire school, specifically focusing on younger students who may benefit from additional support in maintaining focus during lessons. This initiative aims to enhance the overall learning experience within our school community by ensuring that all students have access to tools that facilitate better concentration and engagement.
To successfully execute this project, we are requesting materials such as a 3D printer, enclosure, and filaments. These materials will be essential for students to lead the initiative effectively. By providing them with the necessary resources, we will enable our upper-grade students to take ownership of the project, collaborate with their peers, and create meaningful tools that will directly benefit their younger classmates.
Through this community service project, we aim to create a positive impact within our school by fostering connections between students of different grades and promoting an inclusive learning environment.
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FLASHFORGE Adventurer 5M 3D Printer with Fully Auto Leveling, Max 600mm/s High Speed Printing, 280°C Direct Extruder with 3S Detachable Nozzle, Core XY All Metal Structure, Print Size 220x220x220mm
• Amazon Business
$279.00
1
$279.00
FLASHFORGE Adventurer 5M 3D Printer Enclosure kit, DIY Design, Reduce Noise, Increase Safety and Odor Isolation, Supports Printing High Temperature Filaments, Like ASA and PC
• Amazon Business
$36.79
2
$73.58
eSUN PLA+ Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament PLA Plus, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.03mm, 1KG Spool (2.2 LBS) 3D Printing Filament for 3D Printers, Bone White
• Amazon Business
$22.49
1
$22.49
3Dgenius Silk PLA 3D Printer Filament Double Color Silk PLA Filament 1.75mm 3D Printing Filament Fit Most FDM Printers, 250g Spool(0.55lbs), 2 in 1 Color Red Black
• Amazon Business
$8.99
1
$8.99
Materials cost
$384.06
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.76
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$419.82
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$74.09
Total project goal
$493.91
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$493.91
1 Donor
-$493.91
Donations toward project cost
-$419.82
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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