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Mr. Sarmiento from Rancho Palos Verdes, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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3D Print. Solve. Change the World.

Help me give my students a 3D printer to help them explore real world STEM solutions.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Sarmiento's classroom raised $1,011

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Kofi Annan said, "Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress." In my classroom, I see this truth unfold each day with my gifted and talented 6th and 8th graders.

Their thirst for challenge inspires me, and I dream of igniting their full potential, but our classroom lacks the resources to unleash it.

These curious, diverse minds, many from families needing extra support, deserve the tools to compete nationally and prepare for college and future careers.

Imagine them tackling real-world problems with STEM solutions. Not just textbooks, but 3D printers will become their canvas, turning abstract concepts into tangible engineering and coding projects with practical applications. These creations won't just spark learning, they could propel them to compete in the International Science and Engineering Fair and ECybermission.

These vibrant minds deserve more than just textbooks. They crave the spark of engaging, thought-provoking activities that will build confidence, fuel motivation, and amplify their learning. With your help, we can provide that spark and light the way for these remarkable young minds to reach their full potential.

Mr. Sarmiento Rudecinda S Dodson Middle School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 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

98 students impacted 8donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Creality CR-30 3D Printer 3DPrintMill Infinite Z Belt Printer Continuous Belt CoreXY Motion Upgraded 32-bit Silent Board Dual Gear Metal Extruder Cosplay Props Print Farm • Amazon Business $749.00 1 $749.00

Materials cost

$749.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$68.53

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.24

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$858.77

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$151.55

Total project goal

$1,010.32

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,010.32

4 Donors

-$505.74

Donations toward project cost

-$437.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$68.36

match offer

-$495.75

Match offer toward project cost

-$421.39

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.36

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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$0.00

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