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Mr. Kaponus from Soldotna, AK is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Adding CTE to History Class

Help me give my students a laser cutter and printer to interaggregate into a history class. It will not only enhance the student experience through hands-on learning and interactive projects, but, also incorporate Career and Technical Education (CTE).

  • $1,740 goal

This project expired on March 27, 2024.

This project expired on March 27, 2024.

My Project

Integrating a laser cutter and printer into a history class can enhance the student experience by introducing a hands-on and practical dimension to their learning. Additionally, incorporating Career and Technical Education (CTE) elements can provide students with valuable skills that extend beyond traditional history coursework. Here's how:

Students can use the laser cutter and printer to replicate historical artifacts.

This hands-on approach allows them to interact with history in a tangible way, fostering a deeper understanding of the past.

Interactive Projects:

Assignments can be designed that require students to create interactive historical projects. For example, they could design and build 3D models of historical structures, artifacts, or even scenes from key events. This process not only enhances their historical knowledge, but, also develops design and technical skills.

By incorporating a laser cutter and printer into a history class with a CTE element, educators can create a dynamic learning environment that not only deepens historical understanding, but, also equips students with practical skills for their academic and professional futures.

Mr. Kaponus Skyview Middle School Grades 6-8 Soldotna, AK View local requests

More than a third 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

300 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
xTool D1 Pro 20W Laser Engraver 4-in-1 Rotary Roller Kit for Glass Tumbler Ring, 120W Laser Cutter, Laser Engraving Machine for Wood, Metal, Acrylic, CNC Machine for DIY Personalized Gift Woodworking • Amazon Business $1,190.39 1 $1,190.39
Dofiki 25 Pcs 3mm Basswood Plywood Sheets 1/8" x11.8"x 11.8” Craft Plywood Board for Laser Cutting Engraving Craft Wood Burning, 1/8 Inch Bulk Balsa Bass Wood Sheet 300 x300 x3mm • Amazon Business $43.19 5 $215.95

Materials cost

$1,406.34

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 FREE

Sales tax

 $21.10

3rd party payment processing fee

$21.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,478.54

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$260.92

Total project goal

$1,739.46

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