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Mr. Abellera from Las Vegas, NV is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sphero Bolts: Sparking Innovation in Young Engineers!

Help me give my students Sphero Bolts to explore coding, robotics, and the engineering design process, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a love for STEM through hands-on learning and an after-school club.

  • $2,173 goal

This project expired on February 4, 2025.

This project expired on February 4, 2025.

My Project

In my STEM classroom, I will use Sphero Bolts to immerse students in hands-on learning experiences that challenge their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. These programmable robotic spheres will allow students to explore concepts in coding, robotics, and engineering in an interactive, engaging way.

Students will work on collaborative projects where they program the Sphero Bolts to navigate mazes, solve puzzles, and complete tasks that require logical thinking and creativity.

By integrating these activities into the curriculum, students will enhance their understanding of coding principles and develop important skills such as algorithmic thinking and teamwork.

Additionally, I will create an after-school club for students who are eager to dive deeper into coding and robotics. This club will offer a space for them to explore more advanced programming, experiment with their own projects, and develop a passion for STEM fields. With Sphero Bolts, I aim to inspire the next generation of innovators, engineers, and coders!

Mr. Abellera Las Vegas Academy of the Arts Grades 6-8

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

30 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sphero Bolt - Coding Robot Ball - Beginner to Advanced Programming - Ages 8+ - Learn to Code 3 Ways: Draw, Blocks, Javascript - Programmable Sensors - LED Matrix - Durable and Waterproof Design • Amazon Business $179.00 10 $1,790.00

Materials cost

$1,790.00

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$26.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,846.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$325.91

Total project goal

$2,172.76

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