Help me give my students hands-on experience with Micro:bits to build coding, robotics, and teamwork skills—sparking curiosity and preparing them for future success in STEM fields.
$886 goal
This project expired on September 15, 2025.
This project expired on September 15, 2025.
Celebrating 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
I love how naturally curious, imaginative, and resilient my students are. They’re always asking questions, eager to explore new ideas, and excited to learn in ways that connect to the real world. What makes them truly special is their willingness to collaborate and support one another as they tackle challenges. They thrive when they’re given the chance to learn by doing, especially through hands-on STEM activities that spark both creativity and critical thinking.
By incorporating Micro:bits into our classroom, I’ll be able to offer students engaging opportunities to learn coding, problem-solving, and robotics in an accessible and meaningful way.
These small but powerful devices will allow students to design and program interactive projects, helping them build essential 21st-century skills like computational thinking, collaboration, and digital literacy. With the right tools, my students will not only learn how technology works—they’ll also see themselves as the next generation of innovators, engineers, and creators.
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
100 students impacted
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Materials cost
$652.74
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$59.73
3rd party payment processing fee
$9.79
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$752.26
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$132.75
Total project goal
$885.01
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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