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Mrs. Diaz from Topeka KS is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Shine Bright: Empowering Elementary Artists With Light Box Photograph

Help me give my students a 2x x 24 inch Light Box Photography Box with adjustable lights and color backdrops.

  • 4 donors
  • $104 still needed

expires Aug 18

  • 4 donors
  • $104 still needed
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I hope this message finds you well. My name is Mrs. Ana Diaz, and I am an art teacher at Q. Elementary School, where I have the privilege of guiding young minds through the wonders of creative expression.

Today, I am reaching out to request your support in acquiring a crucial tool for our art program: a Photo Light Box.

This equipment will revolutionize the way our K-5 students engage with photography.

Here's why a Photo Light Box is essential for our classroom:

Enhancing Learning Experience: A Photo Light Box will provide a controlled environment for students to explore the interplay of light and shadow in their artwork. From simple experiments with transparency to more complex compositions, this tool will facilitate hands-on learning experiences that align with our curriculum objectives.

Accessibility and Inclusivity: Not all of our students have access to expensive camera equipment or professional studios outside of school. By integrating a Photo Light Box into our classroom, we ensure that every child, regardless of their background, can explore photography as a form of artistic expression.

Cross-Curricular Integration: The Photo Light Box isn't just for art class; it opens up opportunities for interdisciplinary learning. Students can collaborate with their science peers to explore concepts like refraction and reflection, or they can use the light box to enhance presentations in other subjects, fostering creativity across the curriculum.

Unfortunately, our school's budget constraints prevent us from purchasing this equipment independently. Your support will make a tangible difference in the lives of young artists, helping them develop the skills and confidence they need to thrive in today's world.

Thank you for considering our request. Together, we can empower the next generation of creative thinkers and innovators.

Mrs. Diaz
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ZKEEZM Light Box Photography 24"x24" with 240LED Lights and 6 Color Backdrops Photo Box with Lights, Foldable Light Box with Adjustable Brightness, 3000-6500K Dimmable Portable Picture Box Shooting • Amazon Business $105.99 1 $105.99

Materials cost

$105.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $7.47

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$145.05

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.60

Total project goal

$170.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $170.65

4 Donors

-$65.00

Donations toward project cost

-$56.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$8.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.76

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $103.88

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