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Mr. Barnes from Phoenix, AZ is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Student Creativity and Collaboration Through Clubs

Help me give my students a strong sense of inclusion and pride in representing their school.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Barnes's classroom raised $1,125

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Our students thrive when given opportunities to explore their creativity, collaborate with peers, and develop new skills. Our school clubs serve as safe spaces where students can engage in hands-on projects, express themselves artistically, and build strong connections with their peers. To enhance these experiences, we need essential materials that will allow our students to participate fully and take ownership of their club activities.

This project aims to provide tools and resources to support various student-led clubs, including a robotics club, a crafting and design club, and a technology-focused club.

By securing these materials, we can create an engaging and organized environment where students can collaborate efficiently, bring their creative ideas to life, and maintain an orderly workspace.

To support our student clubs, we need organizational tools like a multi-device charging station, ensuring students stay connected, and a robotic vacuum to maintain a clean and productive space. For our crafting and design club, we require a Cricut Explore 3, to replace our failing cutting machine and machine mats to create intricate, high-quality designs. Additionally, personalized club shirts will foster a sense of identity and unity among members.

Our students are eager to take part in hands-on learning experiences, and these materials will provide them with the necessary tools to do so. The organization, creativity, and teamwork that our clubs foster are crucial for students’ social and academic development. With these resources, our students will have the opportunity to develop real-world skills, feel a strong sense of inclusion and take pride in representing their school.

Mr. Barnes Estrella Middle School Grades 6-8

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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.

Phoenix, AZ 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

140 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cricut Explore 3 Smart Cutting Machine • Amazon Business $242.84 1 $242.84
iRobot Roomba Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo (Y0140) - Vacuums and mops, Easy to use, Power-Lifting Suction, Multi-Surface Cleaning, Smart Navigation Cleans in Neat Rows, Self-Charging, Works with Alexa • Amazon Business $149.00 1 $149.00
Prosumer's Choice Bamboo Charging Station Organizer - Multi-Device Docking Station with Removable Divider Slots - Tablet and Smartphones Rack and Cable Management Slots - 12.5Lx6.5Hx7.5W-Inch • Amazon Business $41.57 3 $124.71
Gildan Heavy Cotton T-Shirt G5000, Purple (10-Pack), Large • Amazon Business $35.81 3 $107.43
Gildan Men's Heavy Cotton T-Shirt, Style G5000, Multipack, Purple (10-Pack), X-Large • Amazon Business $35.81 2 $71.62
Gildan Heavy Cotton T-Shirt G5000, Purple (10-Pack), Medium • Amazon Business $35.81 1 $35.81
Gildan Men's Heavy Cotton T-Shirt, Style G5000, Multipack, Purple (10-Pack), 3X-Large • Amazon Business $35.81 1 $35.81
Gildan Men's Heavy Cotton T-Shirt, Style G5000, Multipack, Purple (10-Pack), Small • Amazon Business $34.46 1 $34.46
6 Pack Mop Replacement for iRobot Roomba Combo Essential Robot Vacuum & Mop Y0140 / Y0110 / Q011 / Q012 / Q052, Microfiber Washable Mopping Pads • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
Cricut StandardGrip Machine Mats 12in x 24in, Reusable Cutting Mats for Crafts with Protective Film, Use with Cardstock, Vinyl and More, Compatible with Cricut Explore & Maker, (Green, 3 Count) • Amazon Business $24.74 1 $24.74

Materials cost

$852.40

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$60.95

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.79

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$956.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$168.73

Total project goal

$1,124.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,124.87

1 Donor

-$1,124.87

Donations toward project cost

-$956.14

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$168.73

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$0.00

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