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Mrs. Simzyk from Mesa, AZ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Every Lesson Inspires Students to Explore, Engage, and Excel

Help me give my students cameras to serve as a powerful tool for hands-on learning and creativity.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Simzyk's classroom raised $320

This project is fully funded

My Project

What I love most about my students is their curiosity, resilience, and eagerness to learn. Each day, they bring bright minds, creative spirits, and a determination to do their best—even when faced with challenges. They come from diverse backgrounds, and each one adds something special to our classroom community. Whether they’re exploring science, sharing stories, or supporting one another, they show compassion, collaboration, and a true desire to grow.

My students learn best when lessons are interactive, visual, and hands-on—which is why this project is so important.

The document cameras I’m requesting will help bring lessons to life across all subjects. I’ll use them to model writing strategies, walk through math problems step-by-step, and display science experiments in real time so every student can see and follow along. These tools are especially helpful for visual learners and will support clearer, more inclusive instruction for all students.

Students will also use the document cameras to share their work, explain their thinking, and present their projects. This builds confidence, encourages peer learning, and makes each student feel seen and valued.

The goal is to create a more engaging, student-centered learning environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. With your support, these document cameras will help turn everyday lessons into dynamic, collaborative experiences that spark curiosity and deepen understanding.

Thank you for helping us build a classroom where learning is active, inclusive, and inspiring.

Mrs. Simzyk Brinton Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

500 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
OKIOLABS OKIOCAM T Plus USB Camera for 11x17 Documents with Writing Board & Marker, Set for Teachers, Remote Learning, Classroom Presentations, Online Teaching for Windows, Mac, Chromebook - QHD • Amazon Business $74.00 3 $222.00

Materials cost

$222.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$15.87

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$271.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$47.86

Total project goal

$319.06

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$319.06

1 Donor

-$319.06

Donations toward project cost

-$271.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.86

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$0.00

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