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Ms. Psyche from Stuart FL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Capturing Creativity: ELA in Focus

Help me give my students a DSLR camera, to unlock student's creativity and for fostering love for learning, while amplifying student's voices through the captivating art of photography.

  • 2 donors
  • $781 still needed

expires Aug 16

  • 2 donors
  • $781 still needed
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My Project

My students possess remarkable potential and a keen eagerness to learn and grow. Each student brings a unique perspective and a diverse set of talents to our classroom, enriching our learning environment in numerous ways.

Equipped with a DSLR camera, students will have hands-on experience and avenue for creative expression.

They will have the means to visually document their output, enhancing their comprehension of literary concepts and facilitating deeper reflection on their work. Moreover, the camera will act as a catalyst for exploring their passion for photography, fostering creativity and curiosity.

In my endeavor to enhance the learning journey of my students, I intend to seamlessly integrate photography into our ELA curriculum. This will enable students to engage with literature in novel and dynamic ways, broadening their understanding and appreciation of the subject matter. By providing access to photography resources, I aim to nurture their creative abilities and inspire them to explore diverse forms of expression. Through structured photography assignments and projects, my goal is to cultivate critical thinking, communication, and technical skills, equipping students for success in today's world.

The images captured with the DSLR camera will serve as invaluable documentation of my students' academic output. These will offer future classes tangible examples of achievements, projects, and creative endeavors, thus serving as benchmarks for success and sources of motivation. By showcasing the accomplishments of past students, these images will inspire current and future learners to strive for excellence and take pride in their work. This visual documentation will not only celebrate the progress and achievements of our students but also foster a sense of continuity and community within our school.

Ms. Psyche
Never Before Funded Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Camera Bundle w/ Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 is II Lens + 2pc SanDisk 64GB Memory Cards, Wide Angle Lens, Telephoto Lens, 3pc Filter Kit + Accessory Kit • Amazon Business $649.00 1 $649.00

Materials cost

$649.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$688.74

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$121.54

Total project goal

$810.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $810.28

1 Donor

-$15.00

Donations toward project cost

-$12.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$2.25

match offer

-$15.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$12.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$2.25

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 $780.28

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