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Mr. Copeland from Alamo GA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Switching Gears: Leveling Up with eSports in Rural GA

Help me give my students Nintendo Switches for our school’s eSports team.

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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.

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I am writing to express my excitement about the prospect of introducing eSports to our rural community here in Georgia. As a teacher in a school district where every student qualifies for free lunch, I am constantly seeking innovative ways to engage and inspire our students. I believe that eSports can offer unique opportunities for growth and development, and I am reaching out to request your support in making this vision a reality.

First and foremost, introducing eSports to our community will provide our students with access to a competitive and collaborative environment that may not otherwise be readily available to them.

eSports promotes teamwork, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, all of which are valuable both in and out of the classroom. By participating in eSports, our students can develop critical skills that will benefit them in their academic pursuits and future careers.

Moreover, introducing eSports can help to bridge the digital divide by providing students with access to technology and resources that are increasingly important in today's digital age. By investing in Nintendo Switches for our eSports team, we are not only supporting their gaming endeavors but also providing them with valuable hands-on experience with technology that can prepare them for future educational and career opportunities.

In conclusion, bringing eSports to our rural community has the potential to enrich the lives of our students in countless ways. From fostering teamwork and critical thinking skills to promoting inclusivity and bridging the digital divide, eSports offers a range of benefits that align with our mission of providing a high-quality education to every student. I sincerely hope that you will consider supporting our efforts to establish an eSports team by making a donation towards the purchase of Nintendo Switches.

Mr. Copeland
Grades PreK-2

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nintendo - Switch OLED Model w/ Neon Red Neon Blue Joy-Con - Multi • Best Buy Education $357.53 2 $715.06

Materials cost

$715.06

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $49.34

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$805.13

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$142.08

Total project goal

$947.21

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $947.21

1 Donor

-$60.00

Donations toward project cost

-$51.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.00

Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation match offer

-$60.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$51.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.00

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 $827.21

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