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Ms. Deberry from Redwood City CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Support our Students with the HackDay Electrical Engineering Competition

Help me give my students Raspi Pico, ESP32, various sensors and modules (including relay, H bridge, PIR, GPS, soil moisture), stepper motors, solenoid valves, batteries, and a battery control board.

  • 5 donors
  • $632 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

The specific items requested will profoundly enhance students' learning experiences in several ways. Firstly, by utilizing Raspberry Pi Pico, ESP32, and an array of sensors and modules like MPU6050, relay modules, and H bridge modules, students will gain invaluable hands-on experience with various electronic components and microcontrollers. This practical engagement will deepen their understanding of circuitry, programming, and system integration.

Moreover, these tools will cultivate critical problem-solving skills, essential for addressing real-world challenges aligned with the Hackaday prize categories.

Sensors such as TOF sensors, soil moisture sensors, PIR sensors, and GPS modules will enable students to explore innovative solutions for the 2024 challenge, promoting creativity and innovation. Collaborative efforts in project development will enhance teamwork and communication skills, crucial for success in both academic and professional settings.

Furthermore, the project aims to empower students to create impactful solutions with tangible benefits to society or the environment. Through experiential learning and interdisciplinary approaches, students will be equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to address complex issues effectively. By participating in the Hackaday prize competition, students will gain exposure to real-world engineering challenges, preparing them for future academic pursuits and career opportunities.

My goals for this project are to foster a collaborative and innovative learning environment, empower students to tackle real-world challenges and facilitate their growth as critical thinkers and problem-solvers. My students' enthusiasm, curiosity, and dedication to making a difference make them uniquely positioned to excel in the Hackaday prize competition and beyond. Their passion for learning and their commitment to creating positive change underscore their exceptional qualities as learners and future innovators.

Ms. Deberry
Grades 9-12

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Raspberry Pi Pico W - Raspberry Pi RP2040 chip, Wi-Fi & Bluetooth 5.2 Supported, Beginner-Friendly microcontroller, Small & Flexible Design • Amazon Business $11.66 10 $116.60
Raspberry Pi Zero W (Wireless) ( 2017 model) • Amazon Business $22.94 3 $68.82
Teyleten Robot ESP32S ESP32 ESP-WROOM-32 Development Board 2.4GHz Dual-Core WiFi +Bluetooth 2 Function Microcontroller for Arduino (ESP32 38P, 3PCS) • Amazon Business $15.88 2 $31.76
uxcell Miniature Solenoid Valve 2 Way Normally Closed DC4.5V 0.5A Air Solenoid Valve • Amazon Business $8.39 3 $25.17
WWZMDiB 4Pcs Mini L298N 2 Channel H Bridge DC Motor Driver Board with MX1508 Chip for Electric Projects, Smart Car Robot. • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
5pcs VL53L0X Time-of-Flight (ToF) Laser Ranging Sensor Breakout 940nm GY-VL53L0XV2 Laser Flight Distance Measurement Module I2C IIC • Amazon Business $20.69 1 $20.69
HiLetgo 3pcs GY-521 MPU-6050 MPU6050 3 Axis Accelerometer Gyroscope Module 6 DOF 6-axis Accelerometer Gyroscope Sensor Module 16 Bit AD Converter Data Output IIC I2C for Arduino • Amazon Business $9.89 2 $19.78
2Pack GPS Module,Navigation Satellite Positioning NEO-6M,Arduino GPS, Drone Microcontroller, GPS Receiver Compatible with 51 Microcontroller STM32 Arduino UNO R3 with Antenna High Sensitivity • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Battery Charger Module USB TP4056 3.7V 4.2V to 9V 5V 2A Charge Discharge Integrated Step Up Module,18650 Lithium Li-ion Battery Charger Module(6 PCS) • Amazon Business $9.40 2 $18.80
ALAMSCN 2PCS DC 12V Lab Dosing Pump 100mL/min Peristaltic Pumps Chemical Water Liquid 3mm ID x 5mm OD for Aquarium Analytical Home Bonsai Irrigation Watering DIY (Blue) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
URGENEX 3.7V Drone Battery 380mAh 25C 1S Lipo Battery Fit for SYMA Holy Stone Drone Quadcopter Aircraft Parts 5PCS RC Battery with 5in1 Charger • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Valefod DC 5V Relay Module 1-Channel Relay Switch with Optocoupler Isolation High/Low Level Trigger, Pack of 10 • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
BOJACK 1000 Pcs 25 Values Resistor Kit 1 Ohm-1M Ohm with 5% 1/2W Carbon Film Resistors Assortment • Amazon Business $13.89 1 $13.89
Abovehill 10 pair 8mm Micro Stepper Motor 2-Phase 4-Wire DC 5-6V with Connection line +gear • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Teyleten Robot AS5600 Magnetic Encoder 12bit high Precision Magnetic Induction Angle Measurement Sensor Module 3.3V (5PCS) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Songhe Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor Module Corrosion Resistant Moisture Detection Garden Watering for Arduino DIY 3.3~5.5V 5pcs • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
HiLetgo 3pcs AM312 Mini Pyroelectric PIR Human Sensor Module PIR Infrared IR Sensor Body Manual Motion Infrared IR Detector • Amazon Business $8.68 1 $8.68
QuQuyi PVC Vinyl Tubing Lightweight Grade Clear Plastic Tube, 3mm ID X 5mm OD PVC Tube Flexible Plastic Hose Line Pipe Oil Resistant Multipurpose Vinyl Hose, BPA Freeļ¼Œ32.8FT • Amazon Business $8.58 1 $8.58
EPLZON A3144 Hall Effect Sensor 3Pins Magnetic Detector for Arduino (Pack of 20 pcs) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$457.66

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$41.88

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$536.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$94.66

Total project goal

$631.06

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$631.06

5 Donors

-$567.40

Donations toward project cost

-$536.40

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$63.66

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