This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.
My Students
I teach technology to students in kindergarten through sixth grade. The majority of my students are African American, and they come from varying economic backgrounds.
Our school, as a whole, is at about 47% poverty level so we, unfortunately, don't qualify for Title I funding and many other grants to purchase items for these deserving students.
My students, like most young students, enjoy activities that require movement, that are hands-on, and that allows students to work collaboratively during class. I am always trying to find items that will help improve their learning experiences and add excitement to the classroom environment.
My Project
In the computer lab, the students are working together to problem solve, innovate, and explore STEM topics.
The students in my classroom love technology that is hands on and the Osmo Genius Starter Kit and Coding Game incorporates hands-on learning with coding, which is a win-win.
The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics fields are an ever-growing entity. By providing students with meaningful STEM experiences, I hope to prepare students for their future successes. It is essential that students maintain their curiosity and creativity while pairing it with their growing skills of practicality and problem-solving. I want to help students identify things that they cannot solve yet and then work through a way to bring a solution to fruition. It is essential that we provide them with these experiences at school.
To achieve their highest potential in this age of technology, my students need greater access to technology that will allow them to explore and create through hands-on experiences. An Osmo Genius Kit and coding game accessory will allow students to code and then have the device follow their commands. I feel that utilizing technology helps to foster academic growth, creativity, and excitement, and also helps students learn how to work together - which is essential for students.
More than a third 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
Osmo - Genius Starter Kit for iPad (New Version) and iPad Case Bundle - Ages 6-10 - Problem Solving & Creativity - (OSMO iPad Base Included)
• Amazon Business
$139.95
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$139.95
Osmo - Coding Awbie Game - Ages 5-12 - Coding & Problem Solving - For iPad or Fire Tablet (Osmo Base Required)
• Amazon Business
$49.99
1
$49.99
Sterilite 19638606 Large Clip Box, Clear with Blue Aquarium Latches, 6-Pack
• Amazon Business
$19.33
1
$19.33
Materials cost
$209.27
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.14
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$242.41
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$42.78
Total project goal
$285.19
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$285.19
4 Donors
-$264.60
Donations toward project cost
-$233.91
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$30.69
match offer
-$10.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$8.50
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Kallianis and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
