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Mr. Jay from Hilo, HI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Media Equipment

Help me give my students the opportunity to create videos with these items!

  • $928 goal

This project expired on March 19, 2024.

This project expired on March 19, 2024.

My Project

Help me give the chance to elevate the digital media experience for our middle school students by supporting our campaign to acquire extra cameras and audio equipment. The quantity of our gear is limited, and it is currently limiting our students' creative potential. Your contribution will empower them to produce high-quality projects, develop real-world skills, and foster a more inclusive and engaging learning environment. With the purchase of this video camera and microphone, students will be able to have more hands-on experience with media equipment. Help us give the students a chance to unleash their creative potential!

Mr. Jay Hilo Intermediate School Grades 6-8

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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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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

150 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Panasonic - HC-V785K Full HD Video Camera Camcorder with 20X Optical Zoom - Black • Best Buy Education $603.13 1 $603.13
RODE VideoMic GO On-Camera Shotgun Microphone • Woodwind and Brasswind $99.00 1 $99.00

Materials cost

$702.13

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.85

Sales tax

 $30.89

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$788.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$139.13

Total project goal

$927.53

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