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Ms. Thomas from Lihue, HI is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A MacBook That Will Bring Students Together

Help me give my students engaging lesson plans that promote inclusivity while effectively accommodating students with diverse learning needs and writing students' IEPs.

  • 5 donors
  • $2,595 still needed

expires Jul 27

  • 5 donors
  • $2,595 still needed
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My Project

I am writing to request a MacBook Pro to ensure continuity and efficiency in my educational responsibilities. Currently, I utilize a MacBook Pro for managing comprehensive special education services and delivering inclusive physical education instruction, but I will be losing it at the end of the school year.

I develop and deliver curriculum using a MacBook Pro for Unified Physical Education, an inclusive program serving students with and without physical or intellectual disabilities giving them a space for physical education.

The MacBook Pro's capabilities support the creation of interactive presentations and lesson plans, utilizing specialized applications that enhance student engagement and learning outcomes during in class instruction.

Additionally, the MacBook Pro is integral to my role in special education, specifically in managing the IEP process. This includes coordinating and scheduling meetings with parents and staff, collaborating with fellow educators on IEP documentation, facilitating meetings, and ensuring timely completion of all required documentation. The reliability and familiar workflow of the MacBook Pro streamlines these critical responsibilities, reducing administrative stress and allowing more focus on student needs.

As I transition to my new role, where I will be teaching Math RTI to students with learning disabilities while continuing to lead Unified PE, maintaining technological consistency is crucial. A MacBook Pro would allow me to seamlessly continue delivering high-quality instruction and maintaining efficient special education services. The device's reliability, functionality, and compatibility with existing systems would ensure a smooth transition and maintain the high standard of educational support our students deserve.

Thank you donating!

Ms. Thomas Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School Grades 9-12

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Half 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

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - MacBook Pro 14-inch Apple M4 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 24GB Memory - 1TB SSD - Space Black • Best Buy Education $1,999.00 1 $1,999.00
Apple - 140W USB-C Power Adapter - White • Best Buy Education $99.00 1 $99.00
Apple - 6.6' (2M) USB-C to MagSafe 3 Charging Cable for MacBook Pro - White • Best Buy Education $49.00 2 $98.00
Apple - 96W USB-C Power Adapter - White • Best Buy Education $79.00 1 $79.00

Materials cost

$2,275.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $100.10

3rd party payment processing fee

$34.12

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,439.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$430.45

Total project goal

$2,869.67

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,869.67

3 Donors

-$150.00

Donations toward project cost

-$127.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.50

Matching donations from our partners

-$125.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$106.25

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.75

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 $2,594.67

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