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Mr. Carter from Los Angeles, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empower Learning with Cricut

Help me give my students a Cricut machine and some materials to create new exciting projects and crafts

  • $550 goal

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My Project

The inclusion of a Cricut machine will undeniably elevate our students' learning experiences by serving as a powerful tool to unleash their creativity. This device will facilitate the creation of intricate models and visual aids, enhancing classroom engagement and providing a hands-on approach to learning. As we strive to offer a comprehensive and enriching education, the integration of innovative tools like the Cricut becomes instrumental in fostering a dynamic learning environment for our students.

What sets our students apart is their unique blend of talents, interests, and diverse backgrounds.

They are inherently creative, resilient, and possess an innate eagerness to learn. Despite encountering various challenges, they consistently demonstrate remarkable enthusiasm for education. The introduction of a new tool such as the Cricut holds the promise of sparking even greater anticipation among students. It will serve as a catalyst for nurturing their creative minds, providing them with exciting opportunities to explore, innovate, and look forward to a richer and more engaging educational journey.

Mr. Carter ICEF View Park Preparatory Charter School Middle 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.

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Los Angeles, CA 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

80 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cricut - Explore 3 - Mint • Best Buy Education $369.77 1 $369.77
Cricut Smart Paper Sticker Cardstock - Bright Bows, 13" x 13", Package of 10 Sheets • Blick Art Materials $8.18 2 $16.36

Materials cost

$386.13

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$35.33

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.79

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$467.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$82.45

Total project goal

$549.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$549.65

3 Donors

-$538.18

Donations toward project cost

-$467.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$70.98

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$11.47

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$0.00

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