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Ms. Bristol from Union City, NJ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Memories in Focus

Help me give my students a classroom camera, enabling them to capture cherished memories and create lasting treasures for their families.

  • $1,563 goal

This project expired on July 23, 2025.

This project expired on July 23, 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

The title of my project is: Capturing Memories, Enhancing Learning. As an educator, I'm privileged to work with an exceptional group of students who brighten my day with their curiosity, creativity, and resilience. My students come from diverse backgrounds, and many face economic challenges that limit their access to resources. Despite these obstacles, they remain eager to learn and grow.

Photography is an incredible tool for storytelling, self-expression, and documentation.

By incorporating this camera into our classroom, we'll unlock new opportunities for learning and connection. The camera will enable students to record special moments, achievements, and events, creating a sense of pride and accomplishment. Images will be use to illustrate writing assignments, presentations, and projects, developing essential communication skills. Experimenting with photography techniques, encourages artistic expression and critical thinking. Sharing photos with families, promotes a sense of belonging and connection.

For many of my students, professional photography services are a luxury their families cannot afford. By having a camera in the classroom, we'll provide a vital service:

1. Share photos with families, keeping them informed and involved in their child's education.

2. Create lasting memories for students and their families, regardless of economic circumstances.

3. Ensure all students feel seen and valued, regardless of their background.

Ms. Bristol Jefferson Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Union City, NJ 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

22 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Canon EOS R10 RF-S18-150mm F3.5-6.3 is STM Lens Kit, Mirrorless Vlogging Camera, 24.2 MP, 4K Video, DIGIC X Image Processor, High-Speed Shooting, Subject Tracking, Compact, for Content Creators Black • Amazon Business $1,279.00 1 $1,279.00

Materials cost

$1,279.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$19.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,328.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$234.38

Total project goal

$1,562.56

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