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Ms. Basalo from Bethel AK is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Play & Preserve: Table Tennis, Chess, and Backup Brigade

Help me give my students a table tennis set, chess clock, and external hard drive.

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"Play & Preserve: Table Tennis, Chess, and Backup Brigade" is an innovative project designed to amalgamate recreation, mental stimulation, and data security into one cohesive experience. The primary goal of this project is to provide our high school students with a multifaceted platform that fosters both physical activity and intellectual growth while simultaneously addressing the crucial need for data preservation and backup.

At its core, this project offers a dynamic combination of table tennis and chess, two games renowned for their strategic depth and cognitive benefits.

By engaging in these activities, students not only enhance their concentration, problem-solving skills, and decision-making abilities but also promote social interaction and teamwork.

Furthermore, the incorporation of an external backup drive underscores the project's commitment to digital literacy and data security. Students are encouraged to regularly back up their important files, projects, and assignments, thereby safeguarding against potential data loss and promoting responsible digital habits.

The benefits for our high school students are manifold. Firstly, they have access to a recreational outlet that promotes both physical fitness and mental acuity. Secondly, they gain valuable skills in strategic thinking, planning, and analysis through gameplay. Finally, they develop essential digital literacy skills by learning the importance of data backup and preservation, which are invaluable in today's technology-driven world.

In conclusion, "Play & Preserve: Table Tennis, Chess, and Backup Brigade" offers our high school students a holistic approach to recreation, education, and digital responsibility, ensuring they are equipped with the tools they need to succeed both on and off the playing field.

Ms. Basalo
Never Before Funded Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Stiga Performance Table Tennis Paddle and Ball Set, 4 Player - Elementary-Middle School - Kids • School Specialty $36.97 5 $184.85
Seagate One Touch 4TB External Hard Drive Portable HDD USB 3.0 / USB 2.0 Black (STKC4000400) • Staples $98.42 1 $98.42
Wholesale Chess Basic Digital Chess Clock & Game Timer with Bonus and Delay • Amazon Business $18.99 5 $94.95

Materials cost

$378.22

Vendor shipping charges

 $52.33

Sales tax

 $5.67

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$471.89

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.27

Total project goal

$555.16

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