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Mr. Chi from Alameda, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Let's Build Mathematical Minds!

Help me give my students new calculators and access to equitable math education! We are building a classroom that aims to cultivate mathematical minds, and having access to scientific calculators can alleviate anxiety and doubts about one's capability to do math!

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My Project

Our society often associates "being good at math" with mastery of procedures and quick calculations, but in the 21st century, math is SO much more than that! Remember when our math teachers used to say, "You're not always going to have a calculator with you!"? Well… who's going to tell Mrs. Sanderson?

In today’s digital age, conceptual understanding in mathematics is far more valuable than rote memorization, repetitive procedures, or applying formulas.

By providing calculators, we give students a tool that builds confidence rather than dependence. Many students use calculators not just for computation, but as a way to verify their own thinking. Having one readily available would help affirm their mental math skills and give them confidence in their mathematical reasoning. With this support, it will alleviate some anxiety and allow students to focus more on showing mastery in interpreting results, recognizing patterns, and making meaningful connections.

I’m asking for your support in providing classroom calculators to help my roughly 150 students build confidence in their mathematical abilities. By making this tool accessible, we can shift the focus from mere calculations to deeper understanding, problem-solving skills, and real-world applications. Your generosity will help cultivate strong math identities in my students and empowering them to see themselves as capable mathematicians!

Mr. Chi Encinal High School & Junior Jets Grades 9-12

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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
Texas Instruments TI-30X IIS Scientific Calculator, Teacher Pack of 10 • School Specialty $183.37 2 $366.74

Materials cost

$366.74

Vendor shipping charges

 $36.67

Sales tax

 $33.56

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$472.47

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.38

Total project goal

$555.85

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $555.85

6 Donors

-$515.85

Donations toward project cost

-$438.47

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$77.38

match offer

-$40.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$34.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.00

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