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Mr. Castillo from McAllen, TX is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Juice for Genius: Fueling Art Through Technology

Help me give my students charging station to keep their devices powered during art class, for digital design, research, and creative expression. This station will also support cross-curricular ensuring students can fully participate in tech-integrated lessons throughout school.

  • $822 goal

This project expired on September 15, 2025.

This project expired on September 15, 2025.

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Seamless Use of Technology: Many art students use digital devices like tablets, laptops, and phones for research, drawing, photo editing, and 3D modeling.

A charging hub ensures these tools remain powered and ready for use.

Efficient Workflow: Students won’t have to worry about their devices dying in the middle of a project. This allows them to stay focused and productive during class.

Collaboration and Sharing: Charging stations can become central points for students to gather, share ideas, and collaborate while keeping their devices ready for use.

Reduces Disruptions: Students won’t need to leave their workspace to find outlets, minimizing distractions and improving time management.

Encourages Digital Literacy: A reliable charging setup supports the integration of digital tools, encouraging students to explore and develop skills in digital art, animation, and other tech-based disciplines.

Prepares for Exhibitions: Fully charged devices are crucial for presentations, digital displays, and sharing portfolios during art shows or contests you aim to participate in. Overall, a charging hub fosters a tech-friendly, efficient, and supportive environment for creativity and learning.

Mr. Castillo William B Travis Middle School Grades 6-8

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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.

McAllen, TX View local requests

Nearly all 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

15 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Luxor KwikBoost EdgePower 3-Bay Base Desktop Charging Station, Black (KBEP-BASE3) • Quill.com $215.27 1 $215.27
KwikBoost EdgePower Rechargeable Battery • School Specialty $99.71 2 $199.42
KwikBoost EdgePower Clamp-On Desktop Charging Unit • School Specialty $71.21 2 $142.42

Materials cost

$557.11

Vendor shipping charges

 $102.54

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$698.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$123.18

Total project goal

$821.19

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