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Ms. Ale from Kihei, HI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Student Essentials: Tools for Learning and Creativity

Help me give my students the best learning they need through these materials (colored papers, whiteboard erasers, pencils, ink of the printer and many others) which can make the learning meaningful and effective.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ale's classroom raised $601

This project is fully funded

My Project

“Student Essentials: Tools for Learning and Creativity” encapsulates the idea that certain materials are fundamental to both the academic and creative development of students. These tools, which include pencils, whiteboard erasers, printer inks, scotch tape, and voice amplifiers, serve as the building blocks for a productive and imaginative learning environment. The Pencils enable students to express their creativity through drawing, sketching, and designing. Art projects, creative writing, and brainstorming sessions often start with a pencil in hand, allowing students to freely explore their imagination. The pencil provides a low-pressure medium for trial and error, fostering creative exploration. The Whiteboards encourage spontaneous creativity. Whether students are brainstorming ideas, designing concepts, or sketching out projects, they can freely alter their work as it develops. Erasers provide the flexibility to iterate and refine ideas, empowering students to embrace creative experimentation. Printing allows students to create visual representations of their ideas. Whether it's producing a detailed project, designing posters for presentations, or printing artwork, printer ink enables students to bring their creative work to life in a professional, polished format. Printed materials are also used for creative writing projects, visual aids, and multimedia presentations. In hands-on creative projects, tape is essential for securing parts of a model, assembling art projects, or sticking down designs for further refinement. Whether building a physical model, creating a collage, or participating in a science experiment, tape allows students to physically construct and hold their creative ideas together. A voice amplifier allows students to express their thoughts more confidently, whether in presentations, group discussions, or performances. Together, these "essentials" empower students to engage deeply with their education, express their ideas, and collaborate effectively, making them indispensable for fostering a holistic approach to student growth.

Ms. Ale Lokelani Intermediate School Grades 6-8

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.

Kihei, HI View local requests

More than half of 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

92 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Fuutreo 1500 Sheets Construction Paper Bulk, 11.4'' x 7.9'' Lightweight School Art Supplies Colored Construction Paper for Kids Drawing, Classroom Decor, Office Printing, DIY Craft, 10 Colors • Amazon Business $58.99 1 $58.99
Kodak Glossy Photo Paper, 8.5" x 11", 100 Sheets/Pack (41183) • Quill.com $28.67 2 $57.34
Scotch Transparent Tape, 1 in x 2592 in, 3 Tape Rolls, Clear, Refill, Home Office and Back to School Supplies for Classroom • Quill.com $27.74 2 $55.48
FIFINE Wireless Microphone System, Wireless Microphone set with Headset and Lavalier Lapel Mics, Beltpack Transmitter and Receiver,Ideal for Teaching, Preaching and Public Speaking Applications-K037B • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Logitech Professional Presenter R800, Wireless Presentation Clicker Remote with Green Laser Pointer and LCD Display , Black • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
WinBridge WB001 Portable Voice Amplifier with Headset Microphone Personal Speaker Mic Rechargeable Ultralight for Teachers, Elderly, Tour Guides, Coaches, Presentations, Teacher • Amazon Business $29.92 1 $29.92
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 300 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $24.79 1 $24.79
522 High Capacity (5 Bottles) Refill Ink Bottle Replacement for Epson Compatible 522 Ink Refill Bottles (Not Sublimation Ink) Use for EcoTank ET-2803 ET-2800 ET-2720 ET-4800 Printer • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Orighty Cleaning Cloths Pack of 60, Highly Absorbent Microfiber Cleaning Supplies, Lint Free Cloths for Multiple-use, Powerful Dust Removal Cleaning Rags for House, Kitchen, Car Care(12x12 inch) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Amazon Basics Whiteboard Eraser for School, Dry Erase Whiteboard Erasers for Office, Home and Classroom, Black, 8-Pack • Amazon Business $7.84 2 $15.68
Presentation Clicker Wireless Presenter Remote for PowerPoint, RF 2.4GHz USB Powerpoint Clicker with Hyperlink & Volume Control PowerPoint Slide Advancer for Mac, Computer, Laptop • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Staples Call Bell, Chrome (10592-CC) • Quill.com $4.25 3 $12.75
Dual Wireless Microphone for iPhone iPad, Professional Wireless Lavalier Microphone for Video Recording, Clip On Lapel Mic for YouTube/Interview/Vlog/Presentation/Facebook Live • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Sproutbrite Educational Math Posters for Division & Multiplication Times Table Classroom Decorations for Teachers - Banners Bulletin Board (Laminated) • Amazon Business $9.91 1 $9.91
UGREEN USB Printer Cable - USB A to B Cable, 2.0 USB B Cable High-Speed Printer Cord Compatible with Hp, Canon, Brother, Samsung, Dell, Epson, Lexmark, Xerox, Piano, Dac, and More 10 FT • Amazon Business $8.92 1 $8.92

Materials cost

$423.72

Vendor shipping charges

$31.39

Sales tax

$18.64

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$510.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$90.02

Total project goal

$600.13

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$600.13

1 Donor

-$600.13

Donations toward project cost

-$510.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$90.02

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$0.00

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