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Mr. Ray from Waukegan, IL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Special Education Classroom Needs a Color Printer

Help me give my students a color printer that is useful for printing student projects, charts, and visual aids.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Ray's classroom raised $998

This project is fully funded

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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

Selecting the right color printer for classroom use can enhance educational experiences by providing vibrant, high-quality printed materials that support diverse learning styles.

Special education classes can greatly benefit from a color printer in several ways.

Many students in special education benefit from visual aids that make concepts more concrete and easier to understand. A color printer allows teachers to create vibrant, engaging materials that capture students' attention and improve comprehension.

A color printer enables the creation of individualized learning materials, such as color-coded schedules, charts, and worksheets, which can be tailored to meet the specific needs of each student. This personalization can help students better grasp concepts and stay organized.

Colorful, visually appealing materials can make learning more fun and interactive, helping to maintain students’ interest and motivation. This is particularly beneficial for students who may struggle with traditional text-based materials.

A color printer can be used to produce visual cues, behavior charts, and social stories that help students with disabilities navigate social interactions and manage their emotions. These tools are often more effective when presented in color.

Teachers can print certificates, awards, and positive reinforcement materials in color, making them more visually appealing and meaningful for students. This can boost their confidence and encourage continued progress.

Overall, a color printer can be an invaluable tool in a special education classroom, enhancing learning, engagement, and support for students with diverse needs.

Mr. Ray Waukegan High School - Brookside Grades 9-12

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.

Waukegan, IL View local requests

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

90 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Epson - EcoTank Photo ET-8550 All-in-One Wide-format Supertank Printer - White • Best Buy Education $697.64 1 $697.64
MERRYWORK L&C Sublimation Ink for EcoTank ET-8500 ET-8550 Wide-Format Supertank Printers Heat Press Transfer on T-Shirt Tumblers (Photo Black, Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Gray, 6-Pack) • Amazon Business $35.99 3 $107.97

Materials cost

$805.61

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.08

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$847.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.59

Total project goal

$997.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$997.28

2 Donors

-$997.28

Donations toward project cost

-$847.69

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$149.59

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$0.00

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