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Ms. Hardemon from Miami, FL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Need for a Laminator and Life-Size Printer

Help me give my students a laminator to create durable teaching materials such as charts, flashcards, and classroom posters. Printer enables the production of engaging visuals, interactive learning aids, and displays that capture students' attention and enrich lessons.

  • $4,582 goal

This project expired on April 18, 2025.

This project expired on April 18, 2025.

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The Need for a Laminator and Life-Size Printer in the Media Center

A laminator and life-size printer would be invaluable resources in the media center, supporting both students and teachers in our underfunded school.

These tools would enhance learning, creativity, and engagement while offering long-term benefits to the school community.

Support for Teachers:

A laminator allows educators to create durable teaching materials such as charts, flashcards, and classroom posters. These materials can be reused over time, saving money and reducing waste. A life-size printer enables the production of engaging visuals, interactive learning aids, and displays that capture students' attention and enrich lessons.

Empowering Students:

Access to these tools promotes hands-on learning, creativity, and collaboration. Students can create high-quality projects, visual presentations, and displays for school events, boosting their confidence and engagement.

Cost-Efficiency for a School with Limited Funds:

By producing in-house materials, the school can reduce reliance on expensive third-party services. Durable, laminated materials extend the usability of resources, cutting long-term costs. The life-size printer eliminates the need to outsource banners, posters, and event materials, ensuring savings and quick turnaround times.

Community Building:

These tools can help create visually appealing displays that showcase student achievements, foster school pride, and enhance the overall environment.

Investing in a laminator and life-size printer is not just a practical solution but a transformative one, providing our school community with tools to thrive despite limited funding.

Ms. Hardemon Miami Edison Senior High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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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Miami, FL View local requests

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

800 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP DesignJet T650 Large Format 36-inch Plotter Color Printer, Includes 2-Year Warranty Care Pack (5HB10H), Black • Amazon Business $1,910.38 1 $1,910.38
D&K MiniKote EZ 27" Roll Laminating Machine (201700) • Quill.com $1,792.64 1 $1,792.64
GBC Laminating Film, Rolls, Pinnacle 27 EZLoad, NAP I, 1.5 mil, 25" x 500', Blue Caps, 2 Pack (3748201EZ) • Amazon Business $103.86 1 $103.86

Materials cost

$3,806.88

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$57.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$3,893.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$687.17

Total project goal

$4,581.15

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