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Ms. M from Gallup, NM is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Button Badge Maker for Personalized Student Rewards

Help me give my students a button badge maker machine to create personalized rewards for a fun and creative way to engage students and motivate them to learn.

  • $375 goal

This project expired on August 6, 2024.

This project expired on August 6, 2024.

My Project

Button badge maker machines can be a valuable tool in promoting student engagement and motivation to learn. By allowing students to create their own custom buttons, they are able to take ownership of their learning experience and express their creativity. This hands-on approach not only makes the learning process more fun and interactive, but also helps students feel a sense of pride and accomplishment in their work.

When students are able to create their own buttons, they are more likely to feel invested in their work and motivated to put in the effort to create something that they can be proud of.

This sense of ownership can help to increase motivation and engagement, as students are more likely to take pride in their work and be more dedicated to completing tasks.

Furthermore, button badge maker machines can be used to reinforce learning objectives and encourage students to showcase their knowledge and understanding of various topics. For example, teachers can have students create badges to represent key concepts, vocabulary words, or historical figures. This not only serves as a visual aid for students to refer back to, but also provides a creative outlet for them to demonstrate their understanding in a unique and personalized way.

Overall, button badge maker machines are a valuable tool that can help to promote engagement and motivation among students in educational settings. By allowing students to create their own customized buttons, these machines can help to foster a sense of ownership and pride, stimulate student interest and engagement, and encourage collaboration and teamwork. As such, button badge maker machines are a valuable resource that educators can use to enhance student learning and create a positive and engaging classroom environment.

Ms. M Chief Manuelito Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

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Gallup, NM 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

150 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Happizza Button Maker Machine Multiple Sizes, Pin Maker Machine 1.25 in+2.25 in+3 in, Interchangeable Molds Badge Button Press Machine with 300 Sets 32mm+58mm+75mm Button Maker Supplies&Circle Cutter • Amazon Business $115.99 1 $115.99
Happizza Heart-Shaped Button Maker Machine, Detachable Heart DIY Pin Button Maker Press Machine Kit, Badge Button Press Machine Pin Maker Machine with Free 100pcs Heart Shape Button Parts • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Logitech - Zone 300 Wireless Bluetooth On-ear Headset With Noise-Canceling Microphone - Black • Best Buy Education $67.16 1 $67.16
NiArt Blank Button Making Supplies (200pcs 37mm/1.5in) Round Badge Button Parts, Metal Pin Badge Kit for Button Maker Machine with Clear Film • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99

Materials cost

$284.13

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$318.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$56.19

Total project goal

$374.58

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