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Ms. Gamble's Thinking Outta Box for STEM education! from Chicago, IL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Digital Dreams: Elementary School Art Exhibition on a Grand Scale

Help me give my students a large format printer, ink and paper.

  • $2,643 goal

This project expired on December 15, 2024.

This project expired on December 15, 2024.

My Project

Specific items needed for this project include a high-quality large-scale printer, ink cartridges, and paper.

Seeing their artwork printed on a large scale can inspire students to think bigger and push the boundaries of their creativity.

It can motivate them to experiment with different techniques and styles to create impactful pieces of art. Displaying their artwork in a larger format can boost students' confidence in their artistic abilities. It can validate their efforts and encourage them to continue pursuing their passion for art. Printing art on a large scale mimics the process of professional art exhibitions and showcases. This experience can help students understand the logistics involved in presenting artwork to a wider audience, preparing them for future opportunities in the art world.

What makes my students so special in this project is their unique perspective and creativity. Black and Hispanic students often have a fresh and uninhibited approach to art, resulting in original and imaginative pieces that can captivate viewers. By showcasing their artwork on a larger scale, we can celebrate and amplify the voices of these young artists, highlighting their talents and fostering a sense of pride and accomplishment.

Ms. Gamble's Thinking Outta Box for STEM education! McKay Elementary School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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.

Chicago, IL 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

900 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP DesignJet T650 Large Format 36-inch Plotter Color Printer, Includes 2-Year Warranty Care Pack (5HB10H), Black • Amazon Business $1,910.38 1 $1,910.38
712 Ink Cartridge Bundle (4 Pack, 80-ML Black, 29-ML Cyan/Magenta/Yellow): Doen 712 Ink Cartridges Replacement for HP DesignJet T650, T630, T230, T210 Studio Plotter Printer • Amazon Business $204.29 1 $204.29
HP Universal Coated Bond Paper Roll, 36 Inches x 150 Feet, 21 lb, White • School Specialty $62.32 1 $62.32

Materials cost

$2,176.99

Vendor shipping charges

 $6.23

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$32.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,245.87

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$396.33

Total project goal

$2,642.20

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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