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Mrs. Pohlman from Wilmington, DE is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Pohlman's classroom raised $207

Lights, Camera, ART

Help me give my students the equipment they need to document and share their art work.

Mrs. Pohlman The John Dickinson School
Wilmington, DE Grades 9-12

My Project

My high school art students are creative, curious individuals who thrive when they can learn through hands-on, interactive experiences. In the art room, they are given meaningful opportunities to explore their ideas, develop technical skills, and express who they are as individuals. Each project is designed to allow for student choice and personal voice, giving every learner a chance to shine in a way that feels authentic to them. My goal is to continue fostering an environment where creativity is valued and students feel confident sharing their unique perspectives.

I want my students to create meaningful artwork and expand their creative process by introducing alternative methods of investigation, including video and digital storytelling.

I also want them to be able to document and share their talents with the school community and beyond. Providing opportunities for students to showcase their work helps build confidence, communication skills, and a sense of pride in what they create.

A camera and tripod will open the door to exciting new possibilities in our classroom. Students will be able to explore digital photography, video production, animation, and mixed media projects while also documenting their artistic growth. These tools will empower them to create content, reflect on their work, and consider their roles as artists in a digital world. By integrating technology into our hands-on art curriculum, students will gain valuable skills that extend beyond the classroom and prepare them for future creative opportunities.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

200 students impacted 2 donors
Mrs. Pohlman The John Dickinson School Grades 9-12

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Wilmington, DE View local requests

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

200 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kodak PIXPRO Friendly Zoom FZ45 - digital camera • CDW-G $105.65 1 $105.65
Victiv 72 inch Camera Tripod, Tall Tripod for Camera Cell Phone, Heavy Duty Camera Tripod Stand, Professional Aluminum Monopod, Compatible with Canon Nikon Sony DSLR Cameras - Blue • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99

Materials cost

$143.64

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.15

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$175.79

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$31.02

Total project goal

$206.81

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$206.81

2 Donors

-$206.81

Donations toward project cost

-$175.79

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.02

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$0.00

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