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High Magical Media Movie Makers: Low-Incidence MEDIA ARTS Classroom!

Help me give my students individual digital cameras, movie-making books, and filmmaking equipment for the low-incidence, special education Media Arts classroom.

  • $978 goal

This project expired on May 14, 2025.

This project expired on May 14, 2025.

My Project

My students are truly extraordinary. They are part of a low-incidence program and face a range of challenges, including autism, Down syndrome, and intellectual disabilities. Some rely on communication devices to participate in class, but that doesn’t stop them from being eager and enthusiastic learners. When I told them they would be making their movie, their excitement was infectious—their faces lit up with joy! My students are curious, creative, and ready to rock and roll. They are living proof that all students, no matter their abilities, can learn and thrive when given the right opportunities.

My primary goal is to inspire and nurture my students' creativity by teaching them the fundamentals of storytelling and filmmaking.

I want to provide them with meaningful opportunities to express their unique perspectives, improve their communication skills, and learn how movies come to life. Ultimately, I aim to create a project that showcases their incredible abilities and proves that students with severe needs can achieve greatness with the right tools and resources.

The digital cameras coupled with movie-making books, equipment, and color printers will vividly provide my students with hands-on tools to explore the world of filmmaking. For students with disabilities, tactile and experiential learning is essential in building new skills and fostering creativity. These cameras and other resources will empower my students to actively participate in storytelling in the classroom and at home, giving them a sense of independence and pride in their work. By exploring film techniques through their lenses, they’ll gain a deeper understanding of the filmmaking process and improve their ability to express themselves. ALL STUDENTS CAN LEARN and CREATE!

Ms. Alexander Bogan Computer Technical High School Grades 9-12

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 will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than three‑quarters 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

50 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Digital Baby Camera for Kids Teens Boys Girls Adults,1080P 48MP Kids Camera with 32GB SD Card,2.4 Inch Kids Digital Camera with 16X Digital Zoom, Compact Mini Camera (Black) • Amazon Business $29.99 13 $389.87
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7310 Wireless Color Printer (C11CH70201) • Quill.com $149.99 1 $149.99
Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera with Case, 60 Fuji Films, Decoration Stickers, Frames, Photo Album and More Accessory kit (Charcoal Grey)… • Amazon Business $138.13 1 $138.13
MILEKO 812XL Remanufactured Ink Cartridge Replacement for Epson 812XL Ink Cartridges Combo Pack T812 812 XL for Workforce Pro WF-7840 WF-7820 WF-7310 EC-C7000 Printer (Yellow, Cyan, Black, Magenta) • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Weilisi 12'' Ring Light with Stand 72'' Tall & 2 Phone Holders,38 Color Modes Selfie LED Ring Light with Tripod Stand for iPhone/Android,Big Ring Light for Camera,YouTube,Makeup • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Kids Guide to Movie Making: How kids can produce & direct movies that audiences will love • Amazon Business $10.99 3 $32.97

Materials cost

$788.94

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$830.77

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$146.61

Total project goal

$977.38

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