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Ms. Svacha from Belleville, MI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Having a New Sight: Watching Birds in Flight

Help me give my students An educational tool for young children who are curious about wildlife that will allow them to connect with the natural world and develop a lifelong love of learning and respect for nature.

  • $460 goal

This project expired on September 23, 2025.

This project expired on September 23, 2025.

My Project

The Netvue Birdfy Feeder is an innovative, easy-to-use bird feeding station equipped with smart technology that allows children to observe birds closely and in real-time. This digital feeder not only attracts a variety of local birds, but also connects to a smartphone or tablet, enabling students to watch live bird activity from the comfort of the classroom. Its high-quality camera captures clear images and videos, making it a perfect educational tool for young children who are curious about nature and wildlife.

Having a Netvue Birdfy Feeder in our classroom offers numerous benefits for the children’s learning and development as it encourages curiosity, observation skills, and environmental awareness as young learners get to see different bird species up close and learn about their behaviors.

Watching live birds fosters patience and respect for nature while promoting STEM education by exploring concepts related to biology, ecology, and technology. Overall, this item would be a wonderful addition to our classroom, inspiring young minds to connect with the natural world and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Ms. Svacha Belleville Head Start Grades PreK-2

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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.

Belleville, MI 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

17 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
NETVUE by Birdfy Smart Bird Feeder with Camera Solar Powered, Permanent AI Identify 6000+ Bird Species & Motion Detection, Renewable Upgraded Bamboo Wood, Ideal Gift • Amazon Business $299.99 1 $299.99
Wagner's 62006 Midwest Regional Blend Wild Bird Food, 20-Pound Bag • Amazon Business $20.98 1 $20.98
Lakeshore Birds Science Viewer • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
Lakeshore Colors Puzzle • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$353.95

Vendor shipping charges

$1.65

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.31

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$390.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$68.98

Total project goal

$459.89

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