A 3D printer will empower my students to bring their science and engineering ideas to life through hands-on inquiry and problem-solving. With this technology, they can design and prototype solutions for real-world challenges, whether it’s testing aerodynamics with custom-built vehicles, engineering structures to explore force and motion, or creating models for environmental projects like our native garden. The specific items I’m requesting—filament, design software, and a high-quality 3D printer—will allow them to experiment, iterate, and refine their ideas in a way that traditional materials cannot.
Our school does not have the budget to provide these expensive technologies, yet they are essential for preparing students for futures in STEM careers.
My goal is to foster creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration, giving students access to the tools they need to become the problem-solvers of the future. What makes my students special is their curiosity and determination; they thrive when given the opportunity to explore and create. With a 3D printer, they can turn their ideas into reality and deepen their understanding of science and engineering in a meaningful way.
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Bambu Lab - P1S Combo 3D Printer - Black
• Best Buy Education
$790.03
1
$790.03
SUNLU 4KG High Speed PLA Meta Filament Bundle, PLA 3D Printer Filament 1.75mm ±0.02mm, Individually Vacuum Packed, 4kg Total, 1kg per Spool, Sunny Orange+Lemon Yellow+Sakura Pink+Taro Purple
• Amazon Business
$59.99
1
$59.99
SUNLU 4KG High Speed PLA Meta Filament Bundle, PLA 3D Printer Filament 1.75mm ±0.02mm, Tougher 3D Filament, Individually Vacuum Packed, 4kg Total, 1kg per Spool, White+Mint Green+Sky Blue+Cherry Red
• Amazon Business
$59.99
1
$59.99
SUNLU 4KG High Speed PLA Meta Filament Bundle, PLA 3D Printer Filament 1.75mm 0.02mm, Tougher Neatly Wound 3D Filament, Individually Vacuum Packed, 4kg Total, 1kg per Spool, White
• Amazon Business
$53.99
1
$53.99
SUNLU 4KG High Speed PLA Meta Filament Bundle, PLA 3D Printer Filament 1.75mm 0.02mm, Tougher Neatly Wound 3D Filament, Individually Vacuum Packed, 4kg Total, 1kg per Spool, Black
• Amazon Business
$50.99
1
$50.99
Materials cost
$1,014.99
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$15.22
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,060.21
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$187.10
Total project goal
$1,247.31
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$1,247.31
7 Donors
-$778.66
Donations toward project cost
-$661.86
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$116.80
Matching donations from our partners
-$468.65
Match offers toward project cost
-$398.35
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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