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Ms. Gaedicke from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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English & Esports - Nintendo Consoles

Help me give my students Nintendo Switch consoles. I teach two English & Esports classes at Tesoro High School.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Gaedicke's classroom raised $1,203

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am currently teaching a new English class program at Tesoro High School which includes two levels: English I Esports and Game Design for 9th-grade students, and English II Esports and Entrepreneurship. The curriculum of both classes involves the analysis of literary concepts through the lens of video games and Esports.

I have found that my students become more involved in their learning when we study video games.

Exploring classical themes through video games is a more captivating way for students to learn. Utilizing Nintendo Switches in classrooms can enhance student engagement, teamwork, and communication skills. These skills are crucial for success in Esports and English. Nintendo Switches also offer a platform for students to learn game design and entrepreneurship, equipping them with valuable skills for their future careers. Your contribution to this project will support an innovative and unique approach to education that inspires and engages students in exciting new ways. Your donation will provide students with the resources and tools they require to succeed in academics and life. We appreciate your consideration of our project.

Ms. Gaedicke Tesoro High School Grades 9-12 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA View local requests

More than a third 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

60 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nintendo Switch Mario Choose One Bundle • Amazon Business $299.00 2 $598.00
Nintendo Switch Mario Choose One Bundle • Amazon Business $299.00 1 $299.00

Materials cost

$897.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$82.08

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.46

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,022.54

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$180.45

Total project goal

$1,202.99

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,202.99

1 Donor

-$1,202.99

Donations toward project cost

-$1,022.54

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$180.45

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$0.00

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