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Ms. Soriano from Waianae, HI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Student Tools to Succeed in STEM!

Help me give my students tools such as Smart Glasses and Merge Cubes to ignite their STEM knowledge and skills!

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My Project

In today's rapidly evolving world, fostering a love for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education is crucial. To ignite this passion in my students, I am requesting funding for three innovative tools: Smart Glasses, STEM building puzzles, and a Merge AR cube.

These resources will not only enhance their understanding of STEM concepts but also cater to the unique needs of my exceptional class.

Smart Glasses will revolutionize classroom demonstrations. Imagine students experiencing a virtual dissection of a frog or exploring the night sky through a simulated telescope – all from their own perspective. This immersive learning environment will boost engagement and solidify abstract concepts. STEM building puzzles will provide a hands-on approach, allowing students to construct models and visualize the principles behind them. The Merge AR cube unlocks a world of augmented reality. Superimposing 3D objects onto the physical world will bring complex systems to life. Students can rotate a virtual engine or explore the human anatomy in their own space, fostering deeper comprehension and critical thinking.

Investing in these resources is an investment in the future of my students. By providing them with interactive learning tools, we can unlock their full potential and empower them to become the innovators, scientists, and engineers of tomorrow.

Ms. Soriano Waianae Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

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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Waianae, HI 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
OhO 32GB Camera Glasses,24M Resolution H.265 1080P Smart Glasses with UV400 Sunglasses Lens for Outdoor Sport,Unisex • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Merge Cube - Augmented & Virtual Reality Science & STEM Toy - Educational Tool - Hands-on Digital Teaching Aids - Science Simulations - Home School, Remote & in Classroom Learning - iOS & Android • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Juboury 1054Pcs Building Toy Building Blocks Bars Different Shape Educational Construction Engineering Set 3D Puzzle, Interlocking Creative Connecting Kit, Great STEM Toy for Both Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $20.98 1 $20.98

Materials cost

$110.96

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$4.88

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$147.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.03

Total project goal

$173.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$173.53

2 Donors

-$155.35

Donations toward project cost

-$147.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.85

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$18.18

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$0.00

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