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Mr. Martin from Bakersfield CA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Drone Team Programming

Help me give my students a performance laptop to help run simulations, programming, and PowerPoints for our drone club.

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The requested performance laptop will significantly enhance the learning experiences of students in the drone club, serving as a versatile tool for drone programming, simulation, and presentation creation. Through programming, students will develop coding skills and a deeper understanding of computer science concepts. Simulations will provide practical flying experience, honing spatial awareness and decision-making abilities. Additionally, the laptop will facilitate the creation of engaging presentations, enabling students to communicate their ideas effectively.

The project's goal is to equip students with the tools and resources necessary to excel in STEM, particularly in drone technology.

By fostering their passion for innovation, the aim is to inspire them to pursue careers in STEM fields and become future leaders and innovators.

What sets these students apart is their curiosity, creativity, and eagerness to learn. They consistently seek new challenges and opportunities to expand their knowledge and skills. With the right support, they have the potential to achieve great things and make significant contributions to the world of technology and beyond.

Mr. Martin
Never Before Funded Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
MSI - Stealth 14 14" 165Hz FHD+ Ultra Thin Gaming Laptop-Intel Core i7-13620H with 16GB Memory-RTX 4060-1TB SSD - Star Blue • Best Buy Education $1,450.57 1 $1,450.57

Materials cost

$1,450.57

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 FREE

Sales tax

 $132.73

3rd party payment processing fee

$21.76

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,635.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$288.54

Total project goal

$1,923.60

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Total project goal

 $1,923.60

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 $1,923.60

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