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Mr. Merlino from Daly City, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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3D Printer for STEAM

Help me give my students a 3D printer and filament to take the STEM class to the next level to make their designs a reality.

  • $769 goal

This project expired on July 9, 2025.

This project expired on July 9, 2025.

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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

This Bambu 3D printer and filament would support and enrich the STEM curriculum.

This cutting-edge technology will provide our middle school students with hands-on opportunities to engage in design, engineering, and problem-solving activities that foster creativity, critical thinking, and technical skills.

The Bambu 3D printer offers several key advantages for our students. First, it allows students to transform their ideas into tangible models, enhancing their understanding of the design process. With the ability to print in various materials, students can experiment with prototypes, reinforcing concepts learned in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics lessons. Additionally, the printer’s user-friendly interface and high precision make it accessible to students at various skill levels.

Through this 3D printer, students will have the chance to work on collaborative projects, such as building models for physics experiments, designing engineering solutions, and creating mathematical visualizations. The hands-on experience provided by 3D printing will deepen students' engagement with STEM subjects and increase their interest in pursuing future careers in these fields.

The Bambu 3D printer will not only support the current curriculum but also open doors for innovative cross-disciplinary projects, helping to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application. This technology will have a lasting impact on students, sparking their curiosity and preparing them for the challenges of tomorrow.

Mr. Merlino Benjamin Franklin Intermediate School Grades 6-8

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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.

Daly City, 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

500 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bambu Lab - A1 Combo 3D Printer - Silver • Best Buy Education $500.37 1 $500.37
Bambu Lab - 1.75mm PLA Basic Filament - Black • Best Buy Education $15.69 1 $15.69
Bambu Lab - 1.75mm PLA Basic Filament - Red • Best Buy Education $15.69 1 $15.69
Bambu Lab - 1.75mm PLA Basic Filament - Bambu Green • Best Buy Education $15.69 1 $15.69
Bambu Lab - 1.75mm PLA Matte Filament - Marine Blue • Best Buy Education $15.69 1 $15.69

Materials cost

$563.13

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $51.53

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.45

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$653.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$115.25

Total project goal

$768.36

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