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Ms. Collins from Marshall, TX is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bringing Color to STEM: Enhancing Third Grade Math and Science

Help me give my students color by enhancing third Grade Math and Science STEM classroom through visual learning!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Collins's classroom raised $320

This project is fully funded

My Project

I seek funding to acquire a color printer for a third grade math and science STEM classroom. A color printer will significantly enhance student learning by providing engaging and accessible visual materials, directly addressing challenges students face in grasping abstract concepts and data analysis.

The color printer will be used to print charts, graphs, data visualizations, educational games, and other resources that support the math and science curriculum.

This initiative aligns with the school's commitment to improving STEM education and promoting digital literacy. Adding a color printer will foster deeper understanding, increase student engagement, and contribute to improved academic performance.

3rd-grade students on my campus, particularly those from low-income households, face challenges in effectively visualizing and interpreting complex mathematical concepts and scientific data. Currently, access to color printing is limited, making it difficult to provide engaging and effective visual aids that cater to diverse learning styles. Black and white printouts often lack the vibrancy and clarity needed to make abstract concepts, like data analysis through color-coded charts and graphs, easily digestible for 3rd graders.

This project aims to provide a third grade math and science classroom of over 100 students, with a high-quality color printer to address the need for enhanced visual learning resources.

The color printer will enable the creation of a wide range of engaging materials, including but not limited to:

*Color-coded math charts and graphs to help students visualize numerical data and relationships.

*Vibrant diagrams and illustrations for science concepts to make complex scientific ideas more accessible and engaging.

*Printable educational games and activities to make learning interactive and fun.

*Materials for STEM projects, including visually appealing instructions and templates.

*High-quality visuals for presentations and student work displays to showcase student learning and creativity.

Ms. Collins Sam Houston STEM Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Marshall, TX View local requests

Nearly all 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

HBCU Alum 100 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Epson - EcoTank ET-2800 Wireless Color All-in-One Inkjet Cartridge-Free Supertank Printer - Black • Best Buy Education $199.99 1 $199.99
MERRYWORK Refill Sublimation Ink for Epson ET-2400 ET-2800 ET-2803 ET-2720 ET-2760 ET-2750 ET2850 4800 4850 EcoTank Printer (Black (2 Nos), Cyan, Magenta and Yellow, 5-Pack) • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99

Materials cost

$237.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$271.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$47.92

Total project goal

$319.47

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $319.47

1 Donor

-$142.92

Donations toward project cost

-$135.77

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.15

match offer

-$159.74

Match offer toward project cost

-$135.78

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.96

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$16.81

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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