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Mr. Graning from Chicago, IL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Future Engineers With Lego Robotics!

Help me give my students gain access to robotics and early engineering.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Graning's classroom raised $2,143

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

I hope this message finds you well. I am thrilled to introduce you to an exciting opportunity for our students to enhance their creativity, problem-solving skills, and understanding of robotics by using LEGO. Our goal is to acquire a LEGO Robotics Set, which will serve as a powerful educational tool for our budding engineers and innovators.

LEGO is more than just a toy; it is a precursor for many engineers, fostering an early interest in the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

LEGO Robotics introduces students to basic engineering concepts, programming, and hands-on problem-solving. By working with LEGO Robotics, students not only have fun but also develop skills that are vital in today's ever-evolving technological landscape.

LEGO Robotics engages students in STEM subjects by allowing them to build and program their robots. They learn critical thinking, coding, and engineering concepts in an interactive and enjoyable way.

Students collaborate and communicate with their peers while building and programming robots. They learn the value of teamwork and how to harness diverse skills to solve complex problems.

LEGO Robotics encourages students to think creatively and develop innovative solutions. They can design and modify robots to complete various challenges, sparking their imagination.

Early exposure to robotics through LEGO can inspire students to pursue careers in engineering, technology, and other STEM fields. It lays the foundation for future success.

We are seeking your support to acquire a LEGO Robotics Set that will benefit our students immensely. This set includes programmable bricks, sensors, motors, and a vast assortment of LEGO!

Mr. Graning Eberhart Elementary 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.

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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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Teq LEGO Education BricQ Motion Essential Classroom Starter Pack • CDW-G $1,764.69 1 $1,764.69

Materials cost

$1,764.69

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$26.47

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,821.16

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$321.38

Total project goal

$2,142.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,142.54

4 Donors

-$1,812.79

Donations toward project cost

-$1,804.16

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$8.63

match offer

-$20.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$17.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$309.75

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 $0.00

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