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Mr. Robert M. Smith from Washington, DC is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Excitement and Motivation

Help me give my students the opportunity to experience hands-on activities through prints and manipulatives. Also, help provide encouraging words to my students through motivational bracelets.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Robert M. Smith's classroom raised $349

This project is fully funded

My Project

In our diverse school community, having a color printer can be super cool for middle schoolers like you! Imagine adding a burst of color to your school projects, making them more exciting and fun. Whether it's creating eye-catching posters for presentations or printing study materials in vibrant colors, a color printer makes learning more personalized and enjoyable. With your own printer, you can explore different ways of expressing yourself and make your schoolwork uniquely yours. It's like having a creative superpower right at your fingertips!

And let's talk about motivational bracelets – they're like little cheerleaders for your wrist!

Imagine having a bracelet that reminds you of your goals, achievements, or even just a positive message to keep you going. It's not just a piece of jewelry; it's a boost of confidence and motivation whenever you glance at it. With a color printer and motivational bracelets, our school days can be filled with more color, creativity, and encouragement. So, let's team up and bring these awesome supplies to our classroom by getting them through DonorsChoose!

Mr. Robert M. Smith Ida B Wells 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.

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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.

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Epson - EcoTank ET-2850 All-in-One Supertank Inkjet Printer - Black • Best Buy Education $200.05 1 $200.05
48 Pieces Silicone Bracelets Inspirational Silicone Wristbands Motivational Rubber Stretch Bracelets for Men Women Black History Month Pride Peace Justice • Amazon Business $11.99 4 $47.96

Materials cost

$248.01

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $14.88

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.72

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$296.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$52.34

Total project goal

$348.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $348.95

1 Donor

-$174.48

Donations toward project cost

-$148.31

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.17

match offer

-$174.47

Match offer toward project cost

-$148.30

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.17

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 $0.00

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