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Mrs. Robison from Malvern, AR is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Laptop Today Makes Presentations Okay!

Help me give my students a dedicated touchscreen laptop for presentations over financial literacy.

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My Project

A dedicated presentation laptop in a high school economics and financial literacy classroom serves as a powerful educational tool that enables students to develop both their subject knowledge and professional communication skills. Using presentation software like PowerPoint or Google Slides, students can create engaging visual aids that break down complex financial concepts such as compound interest, market dynamics, or budgeting fundamentals. The laptop's mobility allows students to seamlessly transition between group work and formal presentations, while its dedicated nature ensures that all necessary software and files are consistently available without the technical difficulties that often arise when switching between different devices.

The presentation laptop becomes particularly valuable when students work on real-world financial projects and case studies.

For instance, students might analyze current market trends, create mock investment portfolios, or develop hypothetical business plans – all of which can be professionally presented to their peers. These presentations can incorporate live market data, interactive spreadsheets, and financial calculators, helping students understand how theoretical concepts apply to actual economic situations. The process of preparing and delivering these presentations also helps students develop crucial digital literacy skills while learning to communicate complex financial information in an accessible way.

Beyond individual assignments, the dedicated laptop facilitates collaborative learning experiences where students can work in teams to create comprehensive financial analyses or economic forecasts. Groups can use the laptop to prepare joint presentations that examine different aspects of financial topics, from personal banking to global economic trends. This collaborative approach not only reinforces learning through peer education but also mirrors the team-based presentations common in business and finance careers. The consistent availability of a dedicated presentation device ensures that students can focus on content creation and delivery rather than technical logistics, making the learning experience more efficient and professionally oriented.

Mrs. Robison Malvern High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Malvern, AR 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lenovo - Yoga 7 2-in-1 14" 2K Touchscreen Laptop - AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS with 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Artic Grey • Best Buy Education $746.33 1 $746.33

Materials cost

$746.33

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$61.57

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.19

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$849.09

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.84

Total project goal

$998.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$998.93

2 Donors

-$250.00

Donations toward project cost

-$242.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Economics Arkansas match offer

-$250.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$212.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$35.29

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$463.64

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