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Completed: Digital Photography "Life Through a Lens" part 2

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"I teach middle school art, grades 6-8 in Maryland. We are a traditional middle school with "at risk students." Resources are slim here, but we truly want to provide the richest educational and art experiences possible. We believe our students deserve all of the best.

We are beginning to jump sta... " MORE

"I teach middle school art, grades 6-8 in Maryland. We are a traditional middle school with "at risk students." Resources are slim here, but we truly want to provide the richest educational and art experiences possible. We believe our students deserve all of the best.

We are beginning to jump start a photography/journalism program here and it cannot happen without you. We are interested in teaching the students to value and document their middle school experience through photography and art.

We need cameras! We need beginner, but high quality cameras to get the ball rolling. Our students love to photograph and be photographed, and this gift will help make that happen. We want our students to know, not only that this technology is within their reach, but also how to use it give them voices that many people will hear.

Your help will bring us one step closer to empowering to students with that voice. We at this school think that the time is now to help guide these students into a culturally rich and fulfilling life. We want our students to show the world through their pictures what life here means and what being at this school, at this time is all about.

My students need 5 easy-to-use reliable digital cameras. The cost of this proposal is $863, which includes shipping for any materials requested and fulfillment ?."

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See Mr. R.'s class participating in this project! (Enlarge photos)

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Mr. R. sent this note after the project was fully funded:

Dec 13, 2008
Dear Charlene, Amy, victoria, Anne, ProfSaint, Montgomery College, Maria, Denise and Anonymous Donors, 
Thank you so much for funding my project. Our students are hungry to learn, and we need every resource we can get. I can assure you that our students will make the most of this great opportunity. I, as an artist and art teacher, am excited to give my kids a new, culturally relevant tool with which to communicate. I can't thank you enough!
Live Updates
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Amani A. (volunteer) on Sep 12, 2008
Verified the cost of the requested technology and posted this project.
Ryan G. (associate) on Sep 15, 2008
Denise from Glenview, IL gave in support of BlogHer Contributing Editors' Challenge! on Sep 30, 2008
"We are sponsoring your project through our BlogHer.com Donors Challenge. Can't wait to see your photos. :) "
A donor gave in support of BlogHer Contributing Editors' Challenge! on Oct 6, 2008
victoria gave on Oct 6, 2008
"Your curiosity and eagerness to learn inspires me - good luck and best wishes to all classrooms!"
Maria from California gave in support of BlogHer Contributing Editors' Challenge! on Oct 9, 2008
Amy from Cotuit, MA gave in support of BlogHer Contributing Editors' Challenge! on Oct 19, 2008
ProfSaint, Montgomery College gave in support of BlogHer Contributing Editors' Challenge! on Oct 22, 2008
Anne gave in support of BlogHer Contributing Editors' Challenge! on Oct 29, 2008
Charlene from Pikesville, MD gave on Nov 12, 2008
A donor gave on Dec 9, 2008
Project fully funded!
Happy news on Dec 9, 2008
The teacher Mr. R. on Dec 18, 2008
Purchased the technology for Mr. R.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jenni D. (staff member) on Jan 5, 2009
Packaged the thank-you letters written by Mr. R.'s students and sent them on to the eligible donor(s).
Kalil C. (staff member) on May 22, 2009
PhotosPhotos posted!
The teacher Mr. R. on Jun 4, 2009
"How gratifying to see the photos of young photographers in the making!"
Charlene from Pikesville, MD on Jun 4, 2009
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