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Mr. Miller from Indiana, PA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mr. Miller's classroom raised $225

Built on Safety

Help me give my students a learning space where safety is never a question, but a guarantee.

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Mr. Miller Indiana County Technology Center
Indiana, PA Grades 9-12

My Project

Excessive noise is a serious safety concern in any construction or masonry learning environment. Prolonged exposure to loud tools such as saws, grinders, and masonry equipment can cause hearing damage, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. Providing ear muffs helps protect students’ hearing while also allowing them to stay focused, calm, and engaged in their work. These supports are especially important for students with sensory sensitivities or other disabilities who may be more affected by loud or unpredictable noise.

Eye safety is not optional—it is essential for creating a safe and responsible learning environment.

Safety glasses are one of the most important pieces of protective equipment students can use while working with tools and materials. Flying debris, dust, small fragments, and accidental tool contact pose a constant risk to students’ eyes during construction activities. For students with disabilities, consistent access to properly fitting safety glasses ensures equitable participation and reduces barriers to hands-on learning while maintaining high safety standards.

Carpenter pencils and additional construction tools also play a critical role in safety by ensuring accuracy and correct construction practices. Proper marking, measuring, and alignment reduce mistakes that can lead to unstable or unsafe structures. Clear, easy-to-use tools support students with fine motor challenges or learning differences by helping them work more independently and accurately. These essential supplies help all students build safely, confidently, and with attention to detail.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

75 students impacted 4 donors
Mr. Miller Indiana County Technology Center Grades 9-12

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.

Indiana, PA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

75 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ProCase Ear Hearing Protection Ear Muffs NRR 32dB, Noise Cancelling Safety Headphones for Adults/Teen, Autism Sensory Sound Proof Earmuffs for Shooting/Hunting Gun Range, Mowing Construction -Red • Amazon Business $18.80 5 $94.00
Safety Glasses Clear ScratchResistant • Grainger $11.22 2 $22.44
Safety Glasses Clear • Grainger $9.30 2 $18.60
WYOMER 60-Piece Set of Octagonal Hard Black Carpenter Pencils, Ideal for Woodworking Marking and Construction Plan Marking • Amazon Business $12.49 1 $12.49
Swanson Tool Co S0101SDP217 Value Pack Featuring The 7 inch Die Cast Aluminum Speed Square and Speed Draw Carpenter Pencil Holder • Amazon Business $10.69 1 $10.69

Materials cost

$158.22

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.37

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$190.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$33.63

Total project goal

$224.22

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $224.22

4 Donors

-$209.22

Donations toward project cost

-$190.59

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.63

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$15.00

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 $0.00

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