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Ms. William from Aberdeen SD is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Learning How to Code with Our Friend Dash!

Help me give my students the opportunity to learn how to code using Dash Robots!

  • 1 donor
  • $1,049 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

As a computer science educator, I am deeply committed to fostering innovative thinking and technological literacy among my students. The integration of Wonder Dash Robots into our curriculum would be transformative for several students who do not have access to technology at home. These robots offer a hands-on approach to learning coding and robotics, aligning perfectly with our school's goal of empowering students for an ever-changing world.

The addition of Wonder Dash Robots into our classroom will not only engage all students in interactive and collaborative learning experiences but also cultivate essential technological skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity.

By programming these robots to perform various tasks and challenges, students will gain practical experience in coding languages like Blockly and Python, laying a solid foundation for future studies and careers in computer science and technology. Furthermore, the inclusivity and accessibility features of Wonder Dash Robots make them suitable for diverse learners, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to participate and excel in our computer science program.

Thus, receiving Wonder Dash Robots for our middle school computer science classroom would be a valuable investment in the future success of our students. With your support, we can inspire a new generation of coders and prepare them with the skills they need to thrive in an increasingly digital world that they may not receive otherwise. Thank you for considering my application, and I eagerly await the opportunity to empower my students with their new best friend, Dash!

Ms. William
Grades 6-8

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wonder Workshop Dash Robot Wonder Pack – Coding Educational Bundle for Kids 6+ – Free STEM Apps with Instructional Videos - Launcher Toy, Sketch Kit Drawing, Gripper Building • Amazon Business $268.34 3 $805.02

Materials cost

$805.02

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$44.28

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.08

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$891.38

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$157.30

Total project goal

$1,048.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,048.68

1 Donor

-$1,048.68

Donations toward project cost

-$891.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$157.30

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$0.00

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