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Mrs. Damm from Pipestone, MN is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Coding Comes to Life with Sphero BOLT Robots!

Help me give my students in our new programming class Sphero Bolt+ robots to practice their new coding skills to see coding come to life!

  • $2,767 goal

This project expired on December 6, 2025.

This project expired on December 6, 2025.

My Project

My high school Programming students are eager to move beyond screens and see their code in action. To help them do that, we are asking for 8 Sphero BOLT robots which are dynamic, interactive tools that turn coding into a hands-on, real-world experience.

With Sphero BOLT, students will learn JavaScript and block-based coding in an engaging, interactive way.

They will apply problem-solving and logic skills through real-time challenges. Students can explore robotics, algorithms, loops, sensors, and more, work in teams to design, test, and refine their code and participate in collaborative projects, races, and obstacle course missions

These robots will help make abstract coding concepts concrete and exciting. Instead of just writing lines of code on a screen, students will get to watch their commands come to life which will encourage experimentation, persistence, and real-world tech skills.

Your support will open up new possibilities for students who may go on to pursue careers in computer science, engineering, robotics, or STEM education. Whether students are brand new to coding or already advanced, every student will benefit from the creative, challenge-based learning that Sphero BOLT+ makes possible.

Thank you for helping us bring innovation, excitement, and opportunity into the classroom!

Mrs. Damm Pipestone Area School Grades 9-12

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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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More than a third 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

60 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sphero Bolt+: Coding Robot Ball - Beginner to Advanced Programming - Ages 8+ - 3 Ways to Code: Draw, Blocks, Javascript - Animated LCD Screen - Durable & Waterproof - STEM Toy for Kids & Teens • Amazon Business $239.00 8 $1,912.00
Computer Science Foundations Educator Guide (Courses 1–3) • Sphero $150.00 1 $150.00
Aenllosi Storage Case for Sphero SPRK+/Sphero Bolt/Bolt+ STEM Educational Robot (Black) • Amazon Business $16.99 8 $135.92
BOLT+ Educator Guide & Challenge Card Pack • Sphero $59.00 1 $59.00

Materials cost

$2,256.92

Vendor shipping charges

 $30.45

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$33.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,351.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$414.92

Total project goal

$2,766.14

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