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Mrs. West from Sandy Springs GA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Taking Flight: Empowering Students With Drone Technology

Help me give my students access to cutting-edge drone technology, sparking their passion for STEM education and hands-on learning!

  • 2 donors
  • $814 goal

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Project Title: "Exploring Horizons: Using Drones at Lake Forest Elementary"

At Lake Forest Elementary, we are inspired by the curiosity and creativity of our students.

Each child brings a unique perspective and enthusiasm for learning, and we are dedicated to providing them with innovative opportunities to thrive. Our project, "Taking Flight: Using Drones at Lake Forest Elementary," aims to harness the excitement surrounding drone technology to enhance our students' educational experiences.

The specific items we are requesting, including drones, controllers, and accessories, will have a transformative impact on our students' learning. These resources will enable our students to engage in hands-on exploration, problem-solving, and collaboration. By piloting drones, our students will develop critical STEM skills such as spatial reasoning, coding, and data analysis. Additionally, they will cultivate creativity and ingenuity as they navigate aerial challenges and design their own flight paths.

Our goals for this project are twofold: first, to inspire a passion for STEM fields and foster a sense of confidence and competence in our students, and second, to cultivate a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every child feels valued and empowered to succeed. By integrating drones into our curriculum, we aim to ignite a lifelong love of learning and equip our students with the skills they need to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.

What makes our students special is their boundless curiosity, resilience, and eagerness to explore new horizons. They come from diverse backgrounds and bring a wealth of experiences and talents to our school community. With your support, we can provide them with the resources they need to reach new heights and soar to success. Thank you for investing in the future of our students at Lake Forest Elementary.

Mrs. West
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
DJI - Mini 3 Drone and Remote Control with Built-in Screen (DJI RC) - Gray • Best Buy Education $609.99 1 $609.99

Materials cost

$609.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $42.09

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.15

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$691.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$121.98

Total project goal

$813.21

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $813.21

2 Donors

-$769.09

Donations toward project cost

-$691.23

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$77.86

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$44.12

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 $0.00

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