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Ms. J. Williams from Decatur, GA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Alexa! My Class Needs Your Help...

Help me give my students an Alexa Echo and fun, smart lighting options.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. J. Williams's classroom raised $530

This project is fully funded

My Students

My scholars are a phenomenal group of children from highly diverse backgrounds. Our socioeconomic diversity allows us to bring together students from our local community to create a unique, collaborative environment. A typical day in our classroom is filled with hands on experiences, creativity, active engagement, and positive energy!

My outstanding scholars are fearless when it comes to technology in and out of the classroom.

As 21st Century learners, it is important that they are prepared to use a variety of tools to engage in our world. Incorporating technology in the classroom with create a more effective and positive learning environment for my students as I prepare them for the world ahead.

My Project

Using Alexa will help my students answer those fun and challenging questions that are often asked in the classroom! Children love to challenge their teacher with outrageous questions that even a scientist may need helping answering. Having Alexa will allow us to challenge her instead...lol We will also use Alexa to play music while we work or even meditate before a test. Additionally, having Alexa will provide them with an opportunity to work on their communication skills by asking clear questions to Alexa as they gain confidence in communicating with their peers and other adults. Some other uses of Alexa will be:

*Strengthen listening comprehension skills

*Practice spelling/ Spelling Bee

*Vocabulary

*Research

*Encourage curiosity

While newer school buildings are equipped with optimal LED lighting, our beautiful building was build over 20 years ago. Adding lighting to our classroom environment will help create an atmosphere that is perfect for all of the independent reading that we will do during our reader's workshops. These lights will also make our "brain breaks", "UBT" and "DEAR TIME" extra special, by adding color and excitement to our classroom environment. Learning will be more engaging with creative uses of lights, colors, and Alexa commands!

Ms. J. Williams Narvie J Harris Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Decatur, GA 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

24 students impacted 17donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance A19 60W Equivalent LED Smart Bulb Starter Kit (4 A19 Bulbs and 1 Hub Compatible with Amazon Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant) • Amazon Business $141.67 1 $141.67
Echo (2nd Generation) - Smart speaker with Alexa - Charcoal Fabric • Amazon Business $94.99 1 $94.99
Philips Hue White A19 4-Pack 60W Equivalent Dimmable LED Smart Bulb (Compatible with Amazon Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant) (Renewed) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Echo Buttons (2 buttons per pack) - A fun companion for your Echo • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Smart Plug, Mini Outlet Wifi Smart Socket Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Home and IFTTT No Hub Required Timing Function Remote Control Your Devices from Anywhere, ETL & FCC Listed, 3-Pack BlitzWolf • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
25Ft LED G40 String Lights with 25 LED Warm Globe Bulbs-UL Listed for Indoor/Outdoor, Patio Lights, Backyard Lights, Outdoor Bulb String Lights • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Materials cost

$382.61

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.99

Sales tax

 $26.40

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$449.74

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$79.37

Total project goal

$529.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $529.11

16 Donors

-$525.58

Donations toward project cost

-$449.74

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$75.84

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$3.53

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