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"High school is when many of our teens are shaped for the rest of their lives, and for that reason they deserve to have these formative years chronicled to reflect on later. I teach yearbook to high school students in a racially diverse community with a high poverty rate. Many of these students do ... " MORE
"High school is when many of our teens are shaped for the rest of their lives, and for that reason they deserve to have these formative years chronicled to reflect on later. I teach yearbook to high school students in a racially diverse community with a high poverty rate. Many of these students do not own computers or cameras, but they are expected to use them in school to create a yearbook for their class. Yearbook students are driven to share their school spirit with their classmates, and they want to impress staff and students alike.

Our students are starting the year with eight cameras, two of which actually work. This is problematic because each member of our staff is required to take photos and write copy. The students are motivated, but the supplies are not available for them to capture the moments that make up a student's life.

We need to replenish our camera supply. We would like to add a few cameras at a time until we have one camera for each student on staff. If we can get better pictures in the yearbook, the students will be more excited about submitting the yearbook for competition.

Our yearbook account is currently in the negative. If we have the right supplies, we can produce a better book, which will increase sales. Once sales increase, we can begin to use our own profits to keep our supplies replenished.

Your help will ensure that my students will use their skills in photography and writing to make a great yearbook. You will make it possible for students to use their imaginations when taking photos because they won't have to worry about the camera not working. Thank you so much for your support.

My students need 3 new digital cameras and rechargeable batteries. The cost of this proposal is $529, which includes shipping for any materials requested and fulfillment ?."

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Ms. B. sent this note after the project was fully funded:

Nov 16, 2009
Dear Alltel, Greg, Nancy, Adam, Anita, Jessie, Matthew, Micaya and Anonymous Donor, 

My students and I are so grateful for your generosity.  As we all know, Yearbook is all about the pictures, and many of our spreads have been subpar because we have had to settle for what was available.  We have been struggling since August with camera issues, and just last week another camera quit working.  This funding came at just the right time to boost our spirits. 

 

Yearbook is the type of class that attracts passionate students, and my students are no exception.  They have put in time before and after school, as well as weekends to make sure that they are putting out the best product possible up for publication.  Now that you have helped fund our new cameras the students will surely be even more excited about working on the yearbook.

 

As donors, you have also taught my students a valuable lesson about giving.  They were anxiously awaiting the "We're funded" email, and they now know that small actions can make a big difference.  I am encouraging my students to raise funds for another Donors Choose project so that they may give back and help another class achieve their goals.

With gratitude,
Ms. B.

Photos coming soon!

Live Updates
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Maria S. (volunteer) on Aug 28, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested technology and posted this project.
Ryan G. (associate) on Aug 29, 2009
Matthew from gave on Sep 28, 2009
"I gave to this project because I think that yearbook is a fun class for kids if they have the right equipment. "
Michele from New Mexico gave in honor of Greg from Aztec, NM on Oct 6, 2009
"I gave to this project because yearbook was a great, confidence-boosting experience for me in high school. "
Micaya from Arizona gave on Nov 6, 2009
A donor gave on Nov 6, 2009
"I gave to this project because you all are awesome and I wish you the best of luck!"
Nancy from California gave on Nov 6, 2009
"Good luck and I hope you have an awesome time making your yearbook! :) "
Jessie from gave on Nov 6, 2009
"I gave to this project because your teacher inspired me and I want to help this class."
Anita from Louisiana gave on Nov 7, 2009
Adam from Wisconsin gave on Nov 8, 2009
"Thanks so much to everyone who has donated so far. We're almost there!"
The teacher Ms. B. on Nov 8, 2009
"This donation was given by Alltel. We want to support the community and the efforts of our local educators."
Alltel from New Mexico gave 5 days ago
Project fully funded!
Happy news 5 days ago
Teacher MailThank You Letter posted!
The teacher Ms. B. 5 days ago
Purchased the technology for Ms. B.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jenni D. (staff member) 5 days ago
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