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Mrs. Asuncion from Fort Washington, MD is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Power of Color: A Classroom Transformation with Colored Paper

Help me give my students a wireless printer and 8 Reams of copy paper to aid organization and to support various learning styles.

  • $482 goal

This project expired on January 26, 2024.

This project expired on January 26, 2024.

My Project

Imagine a classroom that comes alive with vibrant hues, where learning materials are more than just words on a page—they're a visual adventure. In a world where engagement and creativity reign supreme, the simple addition of colored paper has the power to transform ordinary lessons into extraordinary journeys of discovery. Join us on a colorful exploration of how this seemingly small change is making a big impact in education.

We will be using a colored printer and copy paper in a classroom that can engage students, organize content, support accessibility, encourage creativity, highlight important information, boost engagement, and add variety.

Colored paper makes materials more interesting and visually appealing, keeping students engaged.

Organize Content: Different colors help organize materials, making it easy to differentiate between types of documents. Support Accessibility: Colored paper can assist students with visual impairments or learning disabilities by improving contrast and readability. Encourage Creativity: It encourages creative projects and self-expression. Highlight Important Information: Key points can be emphasized using colored paper. Boost Engagement: Colorful materials can make learning more enjoyable, motivating students. Add Variety: It adds variety to the classroom, making it more dynamic and appealing.

Mrs. Asuncion Tayac Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Fort Washington, MD View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

16 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Epson - EcoTank ET-2800 Wireless Color All-in-One Inkjet Cartridge-Free Supertank Printer - Black • Best Buy Education $187.74 1 $187.74
Hammermill Premium Color Copy 8.5" x 14" Printer Paper, 28 lbs., 100 Brightness, 500 Sheets/Ream, 8 Reams/Carton (102475) • Quill.com $164.99 1 $164.99

Materials cost

$352.73

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$21.16

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.29

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$409.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.21

Total project goal

$481.39

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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