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

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Samsung Solve for Tomorrow National Winners Award

Help me give my students the tools and technology they need to succeed and be future innovators and problem solvers!

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Merklin's classroom raised $119,502

This project is fully funded

My Project

Winning the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow prize package will have a profound impact on the students at our school in several key ways:

Enhanced Learning Experiences: The state-of-the-art technology included in the prize package, such as laptops, tablets, and interactive displays, will transform our classrooms into modern, tech-enabled learning environments.

This will allow students to engage with their subjects in more interactive and immersive ways, improving comprehension and retention.

STEM Education Boost: The resources will significantly bolster our STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) programs. With access to advanced tools and software, students can undertake more ambitious projects, participate in hands-on experiments, and gain practical experience in coding, robotics, and other critical STEM fields.

Equity and Inclusion: By providing technology to students who might not otherwise have access, the prize package helps bridge the digital divide. This ensures that all students, regardless of their socioeconomic background, have equal opportunities to learn and succeed.

Community Engagement: The visibility and recognition from winning the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition can foster a sense of pride and accomplishment within our school community. It can also attract additional support and partnerships from local businesses and organizations, further enhancing educational opportunities for our students.

Overall, the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow prize package will help create a more dynamic, inclusive, and forward-thinking educational environment, preparing our students to excel in an increasingly digital and interconnected world.

Mr. Merklin Brandywine High School Grades 9-12

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
SAMSUNG 14" Galaxy Book4 Pro Laptop PC Computer, Intel Core 7 Ultra Processor 512GB, 3K AMOLED (2880 x 1800) Touchscreen, Advanced Security, 2024 Model, NP940XGK-KG1US, Moonstone Gray • Amazon Business $1,149.99 40 $45,999.60
Samsung Interactive Pro 55" Smart 4K Ultra TV (WM55B) • Quill.com $2,705.99 5 $13,529.95
Samsung Advanced Digital Whiteboard WM85B WMB Series 85 LED backlit LCD • CDW-G $5,088.60 2 $10,177.20
ZF3551-130 - 130W CO2 DUAL LASER ENGRAVER CUTTING MACHINE WITH 35'' X 51'' WORKBED WITH DUAL LASER TUBES AND LASER HEADS • Omtech $7,819.99 1 $7,819.99
FILTRABOX EXPAND X MULTI-STAGE FUME EXTRACTOR X2 • Omtech $6,595.00 1 $6,595.00
Genmitsu CNC Router Machine 4040-PRO for Woodworking Metal Acrylic Cutting Milling, GRBL Control, Lead Screw Driven, 3 Axis CNC Engraving Machine, Working Area 400 x 400 x 78mm (15.7” x 15.7” x 3.1”) • Amazon Business $512.10 5 $2,560.50
Samsung Flip Stand STN WM55R stand • CDW-G $494.01 5 $2,470.05
SAMSUNG Galaxy S24 Ultra Cell Phone, 512GB AI Smartphone, Unlocked Android, 200MP, 100x Zoom Cameras, Long Battery Life, S Pen, US Version, 2024, Titanium Black • Amazon Business $1,419.99 1 $1,419.99
Genmitsu 4th Axis Rotary Module Kit for 4040-PRO, 4040 Reno, 3030-PROVer MAX CNC Machine with Planetary Geared Stepper Motor, 4 Jaw Chuck, 10:1 Speed Reducer, Clamped Range: Length 10-200mm • Amazon Business $212.90 5 $1,064.50
GAR Monster Starter Kit for Arduino Uno Mega Nano, Complete Advanced Set, ESP32, ESP8266, 25 Sensor Modules, Bluetooth WiFi Ethernet for STEM Robotics Projects • Amazon Business $209.99 5 $1,049.95
SAMSUNG Galaxy S24+ Plus Cell Phone, 256GB AI Smartphone, Unlocked Android, 50MP Camera, Fastest Processor, Long Battery Life, US Version, 2024, Onyx Black • Amazon Business $999.99 1 $999.99
SAMSUNG 34" Odyssey G85SB Series QD-OLED Ultra WQHD Curved Gaming Monitor, 175Hz, 0.03ms, DisplayHDR True Black 400, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Advanced Game Streaming, LS34BG850SNXZA, 2023 • Amazon Business $999.99 1 $999.99
SAMSUNG 55-Inch Class Neo QLED 4K QN90C Series Neo Quantum HDR+, Dolby Atmos, Object Tracking Sound+, Anti-Glare, Gaming Hub, Q-Symphony, Smart TV with Alexa Built-in (QN55QN90C, 2023 Model) • Amazon Business $997.99 1 $997.99
DjuiinoStar Vehicle Engine Model Assembly Kit (300+ Pieces Components, 5 Hours Assembly Time), Four-Stroke Straight-Four Gas Engine Working Model, 4 Cylinder Engine Kit DM13-1 • Amazon Business $430.00 1 $430.00
ONKRON Mobile TV Stand on Wheels for 50-90 Inch TVs up to 220 lbs, Tall & Portable TV Stand Tilt max VESA 800x600, Height Adjustable TV Stand Cart/Mobile TV Cart Rolling TV Stand with Wheels Black • Amazon Business $197.99 2 $395.98
KEYESTUDIO Smart Home Starter Kit for Arduino for Uno R3, Electronics Home Automation Coding Kit, Wooden House DIY Sensor Kit STEM Set for Adults Teens 15+ • Amazon Business $64.99 5 $324.95
KEYESTUDIO Mini Tank Robot V2 Smart Car Kit for Arduino, IR Infrared and App Remote Control (iOS and Android), Light and Ultrasonic Follow, 8X16 LED Panel, Ultrasonic Obstacle Avoidance • Amazon Business $62.03 5 $310.15
BETU 2Pack 25KG High Torque RC Servo，Waterproof servo Compatible with 1/6，1/8, 1/10, 1/12 RC Car, Full Metal Gear Steering Servo with 25T Servo Horn（270°） • Amazon Business $30.59 10 $305.90
SUGON A9 210 Precision Soldering Stations 120W， LCD Display Digital Soldering Iron Kit,2 Seconds Fast Heating up 716℉, 3 Temperature Storage,212℉-842℉, ℃/℉,ESD,Quick Change Soldering Iron Tips Holder • Amazon Business $144.53 2 $289.06
Arduino UNO R4 WiFi [ABX00087] - Renesas RA4M1 / ESP32-S3 - Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, CAN, DAC, OP AMP, Qwiic Connector, 12x8 LED Matrix • Amazon Business $25.30 10 $253.00
Eisco Labs Student Pulley Demonstration Set • Amazon Business $215.99 1 $215.99
BOSCH RA1181 Benchtop Router Table 27 in. x 18 in. Aluminum Top with 2-1/2 in. Vacuum Hose Port • Amazon Business $212.78 1 $212.78
Nano V3.0, Nano Board ATmega328P 5V 16M Micro-Controller Board Compatible with Arduino IDE (Nano x 3 with USB Cable) • Amazon Business $19.99 10 $199.90
Samsung EF DX910 keyboard and folio case book cover Slim black Inpu • CDW-G $197.99 1 $197.99
Genmitsu CNC Spoilboard Surfacing Router Bit, 1/4" Shank 1” Cutting Diameter CNC Milling Machine, Slab Flattening Router Bit, Carbide Insert Router Planer Bit for Woodworking Carving,SS03 • Amazon Business $34.19 5 $170.95
Soldering Iron Kit - 60W Soldering Iron Adjustable Temperature, Solder Wire, Tweezers, Soldering Iron Stand, 5 pcs Solder Tips, Desoldering Pump, Solder Wick, Heatshrink Tubes [110 V, US Plug] • Amazon Business $15.99 10 $159.90
Miuzei MG996R 55g Metal Gear Torque Digital Servo Motor for RC Helicopter Car Boat Robot (6 Pack) • Amazon Business $28.01 5 $140.05
KEYESTUDIO 48 Sensors Modules Starter Kit for Arduino with LCD, 5v Relay, IR Receiver, LED Modules, Servo Motor, PIR, Pressure Sensor, Gas Sensor, etc.Programming for Beginners Adults Learning • Amazon Business $49.90 2 $99.80
DEWALT 20V MAX XR Impact Driver, Brushless, 1/4", 3-Speed, Bare Tool Only (DCF845B) • Amazon Business $99.00 1 $99.00
MCIGICM 16Pcs Breadboard 400 Tie Point Solderless Prototype PCB Board Protoboard for Arduino DIY • Amazon Business $18.99 5 $94.95
YEZHET Tinned Copper Bus Bar Wire 165 Ft, 20 Gauge, 0.5LB Spool for Stained Glass Project, Crafts, and Jewelry Making • Amazon Business $18.99 5 $94.95
Hosyond 5 Pcs 0.96 Inch OLED I2C IIC Display Module 12864 128x64 Pixel SSD1306 Mini Self-Luminous OLED Screen Board Compatible with Arduino Raspberry Pi(Blue and Yellow) • Amazon Business $14.73 5 $73.65
BOSCH RBS006SBS 6-Piece (Universally Compatible Accessory) Carbide-Tipped Groove Cutter Router Bit Assorted Set • Amazon Business $64.99 1 $64.99
YAQUMW The Mini Counterweight Trebuchet Europe Medieval Siege Equipment Chariot Catapult Weapons DIY 3D Wooden Puzzles Model Kits for Adults STEM Projects Tabletop Toy Birthday Gift • Amazon Business $59.90 1 $59.90
Marble Run to Build, 294-Piece Wooden Marble Maze STEM Toy Building Sets for Teens & Adults Unique Hobbies Kit/Gift • Amazon Business $48.44 1 $48.44
Genmitsu 1/4'' V Grooving Router Bit Set, 60 Degree & 90 Degree CNC Router Bits, 3D V Shape Milling Wood Cutter Knife CNC Engraving Router Bit, VG03A • Amazon Business $10.99 4 $43.96
EISCO Newton's Second Law of Motion Apparatus -Heavy Duty Cast Metal Physics Device • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
STEM Science Kits, 5 Set Building Kits for Kids Ages 8-12, 3D Wooden Puzzles, Wood Crafts for Boys 6-8, Science Experiment Projects, Woodworking Model Kit, STEM Toys for 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 Years Old • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Poraxy 4 in 1 STEM Kits for Kids Age 8-10, Science STEM Projects for Kids Age 8-12, 3D Puzzles, Educational Craft Building Toys, Christmas Birthday Gifts for Girls Boys 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Year Old • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99

Materials cost

$100,045.91

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1,500.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$101,576.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$17,925.28

Total project goal

$119,501.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $119,501.88

1 Donor

-$119,501.88

Donations toward project cost

-$101,576.60

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17,925.28

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