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Mrs. Hironaka from Kaneohe, HI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Customized Materials to Support Learning

Help me give my students customized materials to support their learning with a new thermal printer and labels.

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My Project

My second-grade students come from diverse backgrounds and often have very limited resources. As their teacher, I work hard to create a classroom environment where every child feels seen, valued, and supported. One of the most effective ways I’ve found to do this is by offering customized materials that make our classroom feel like a special place just for them.

Customization creates ownership—and when students feel a sense of ownership over their supplies and learning environment, their motivation to engage and succeed grows dramatically.

A thermal printer and labels would allow me to personalize folders, cubbies, supply bins, learning tools, and student work. Seeing their names or personalized messages on classroom items helps students take pride in their space and builds a stronger connection to their learning.

With this printer, I can further my goal of making our classroom not just a place to learn, but a place where students feel welcome, loved, and empowered. This simple tool would go a long way in creating a meaningful and inspiring environment where every child feels invested in their education.

Mrs. Hironaka Kahaluu Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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Kaneohe, HI View local requests

More than half 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

20 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Phomemo Bluetooth Thermal Label Printer - 4x6 Shipping Label Printers for Small Business, Packages, Office, Organization - Thermal Printer Compatible with Amazon, Ebay, Shopify, Etsy, USPS, Fedex, DHL • Amazon Business $64.99 1 $64.99
MUNBYN 4x6 Inch Direct Thermal Labels, 1000 Sheets/2 Rolls(500 Pcs per Roll), Shipping Paper for Thermal Printers, Permanent Adhesive Mailing Postage Labels for Shipping Packages • Amazon Business $31.98 1 $31.98
School Year Jitters (The Jitters Series) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$104.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $4.62

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$141.15

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.91

Total project goal

$166.06

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Total project goal

 $166.06

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 $166.06

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