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Ms. Lapadula from Tulare, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Picture Perfect: Canon Lenses for Student Storytellers

Help me give my students on our yearbook staff & film studies. We only have a couple 70-200mm lenses we share with the film program and this would allow 6 students at a time to use the equipment.

  • $4,581 goal

This project expired on April 2, 2025.

This project expired on April 2, 2025.

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

My students are passionate storytellers, dedicated to capturing the moments that define our campus. They work tirelessly in our yearbook staff and advanced film classes to document school sports, activities, and everyday life with creativity and precision. These students pour their hearts into creating lasting memories for our school community, often going above and beyond to tell the stories that bring us closer together.

The Canon 70-200mm lenses we’re requesting will be game-changers for their work.

These lenses will allow our students to capture high-quality, detailed images and footage, even from a distance—essential for photographing sports games, assemblies, and events where access is limited. With this professional-grade equipment, students will gain hands-on experience in photography and cinematography that mirrors industry standards. This will not only enhance the quality of their projects but also provide them with valuable skills that can open doors to future opportunities in media, art, and communication.

Our students are remarkable because of their determination and creativity. They are driven to excel and tell stories that matter. These lenses will empower them to elevate their work, build confidence, and develop a deeper appreciation for the art of visual storytelling.

With your support, we can provide these aspiring photographers and filmmakers with the tools they need to succeed. Thank you for helping us focus on their potential and create projects that will provide memories and documentation that will last a lifetime for our student body.

Ms. Lapadula Tulare Union High School Grades 9-12

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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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Tulare, CA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

Never Before Funded 200 students impacted

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Canon - EF70-200mm F2.8L IS III USM Optical Telephoto Zoom Lens - White • Best Buy Education $2,192.91 1 $2,192.91
Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC G2 for Canon EF DSLR (6 Year Limited USA Warranty for New Lenses Only) • Amazon Business $1,299.00 1 $1,299.00

Materials cost

$3,491.91

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $319.51

3rd party payment processing fee

$52.38

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$3,893.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$687.14

Total project goal

$4,580.94

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