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Mr. P. from MN is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reusable: Paper and Cardboard Tools for Young Makers

Help me give my students scissors, cardboard cutting tools, and tape dispensers to enable them to use recycled cardboard and paper to build their projects.

  • $350 goal

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My Project

Acquiring and maintaining the latest technology can be a roadblock for STEM classes and makerspaces. Not only can the equipment be expensive, but materials and consumables used by it can make it unfeasible for lower budgets. By using readily available materials that are either cheap or free, I hope to do more hands-on projects with my students while still teaching them the important elements of technology, engineering, and design.

With the tools to reuse paper and cardboard, my students will be able to bring their ideas to life in the classroom.

Cardboard and paper are everywhere and often get thrown away or recycled after only one use. With the tools to recut and reuse these materials, my students will be able to build and test almost anything they can imagine without breaking the budget. My goal is to use these readily available materials in numerous projects across multiple classes and grades for many years to come, giving students hands-on experience in making and being creative.

Many of my students have had little or no chance to make things in their lives. By empowering them to bring their ideas to life, I can help boost their self- confidence and teach them in ways that work the best for them.

Mr. P. Cass Lake - Bena Middle School Grades 6-8

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At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Cass Lake, MN 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

100 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Westcott Heavy Duty Carbo Titanium 8" Bent Scissors (16446) • Amazon Business $8.70 10 $87.00
WORX WX082L 4V ZipSnip Cordless Electric Scissors, fabric scissors, rotary cutter • Amazon Business $42.03 1 $42.03
Westcott Titanium Bonded Scissors, Soft Handle, 8", Straight, Gray/Yellow, 4-Pack • Amazon Business $12.49 3 $37.47
Scotch Magic Tape, Invisible, Home Office Supplies and Back to School Supplies for College and Classrooms, 24 Rolls • Amazon Business $34.42 1 $34.42
Scotch Desktop Tape Dispenser, Black, 2.7 in. x 2.7 in. x 6.4 in., 1 Tape Dispenser • Amazon Business $4.99 6 $29.94
Scotch Contractor Grade Masking Tape, Tan, Tape for General Use, Multi-Surface Adhesive Tape, 0.94 Inches x 60.1 Yards, 9 Rolls • Amazon Business $18.08 1 $18.08
Bostitch Office InPower Spring-Powered Desktop Stapler, 20 Sheet Capcity, Built in Remover, Blue (1122) • Amazon Business $14.02 1 $14.02

Materials cost

$262.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.94

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$296.90

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$52.39

Total project goal

$349.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $349.29

1 Donor

-$148.45

Donations toward project cost

-$148.45

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$174.65

Match offer toward project cost

-$148.45

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.20

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$26.20

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 $0.00

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