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Ms. Starkey from Sanford NC is requesting technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Learning in 3-D

My students need a 3-D printer and filament so they can create, explore and learn in innovative ways.

  • $4,875 goal

This project expired on October 21, 2016.

This project expired on October 21, 2016.

My Students

We are a year-round, multi-track elementary school serving students in Pre-K through 5th grade. The environment of our school is welcoming and safe for our students. Because of that, our students are excited to come to school each day.

Our students are curious, motivated, and always full of new ideas.

They aren't afraid to take chances and love to share their work. New and emerging technologies are of great interest to them. They love to learn new things and complete their work in different and innovative ways.

My Project

We are educating the scientists, designers, engineers and problem solvers of the future. To be successful, our students need to interact with the best tools and technology.

Imagine an environment where students can study landforms by examining a 3-D model instead of a picture in a book.

Math students can hold three dimensional shapes in the palm of their hand, and students can create prototypes of their own product designs. These are just a few of the things we will be able to do with the requested 3-D printer and PLA filament. The possibilities are endless and exciting. This project will truly bring our students into the 21st century.

Ms. Starkey
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
MakerBot - Replicator Desktop 3D Printer - Multi • Best Buy Education $2,899.00 1 $2,899.00
MakerBot MakerCare Service Plan extended service agreement - 2 years • Best Buy Education $719.99 1 $719.99
MakerBot - 1.75mm PLA Filament 2 lbs. - True Blue • Best Buy Education $47.99 1 $47.99
MakerBot - 1.75mm PLA Filament 2 lbs. - True White • Best Buy Education $47.99 1 $47.99
MakerBot - 1.75mm PLA Filament 2 lbs. - True Red • Best Buy Education $47.99 1 $47.99

Materials cost

$3,762.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $293.51

3rd party payment processing fee

$56.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$4,142.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$731.10

Total project goal

$4,874.01

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