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Ms. Deering from Macon, MS is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bridging the Digital Divide: Laptops for Young Learners

Help me give my students laptops to enhance their learning experience with interactive educational programs, literacy tools, and early coding activities.

  • 7 donors
  • $775 goal

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My Project

My first-grade students are bright, curious, and eager to learn. They come to school every day ready to explore new ideas, ask questions, and challenge themselves. Many of them come from underserved communities where access to technology is limited, but that doesn't stop them from dreaming big. I want to give them the tools they need to succeed in today's digital world.

The laptops I am requesting will transform my classroom by providing students with hands-on access to interactive learning platforms.

These tools will help them strengthen their reading, writing, and math skills through engaging activities. Programs like ABCmouse, IXL, and Starfall will allow them to practice foundational skills in a way that keeps them motivated and excited about learning. Additionally, having access to technology will help my students develop early digital literacy skills, preparing them for future academic success.

My goal is to provide my students with the resources they need to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world. These laptops will:

Enhance literacy and math skills with interactive learning programs.

Promote independence by allowing students to practice at their own pace.

Introduce basic STEM concepts through coding and problem-solving activities.

My students are incredibly resilient, hardworking, and full of potential. They come from diverse backgrounds, and despite the challenges they may face, they show up every day with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. They deserve the same opportunities as students in well-funded schools, and this project will help provide them with the tools they need to succeed.

Every child in my classroom has a bright future ahead, and with your support, we can help them take the first steps toward achieving their dreams. Thank you for believing in my students and helping me create a classroom where every child has the chance to learn, grow, and succeed!

Ms. Deering Earl Nash Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Macon, MS View local requests

Nearly all 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

27 students impacted 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP 14 Laptop, Intel Celeron N4020, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB Storage, 14-inch Micro-Edge HD Display, Windows 11 Home, Thin & Portable, 4K Graphics, One Year of Microsoft 365 (14-dq0020nr, Jet Black) • Amazon Business $179.99 3 $539.97
AILIHEN Kids Headphones Bulk 5-Pack for K-12 School Classroom, On-Ear Wired Headset with Microphone for Students Children with 93dB Volume Limited, 3.5mm Jack for Chromebooks Tablets Laptop Computer • Amazon Business $39.32 1 $39.32

Materials cost

$579.29

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $40.55

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$658.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$116.21

Total project goal

$774.74

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $774.74

6 Donors

-$387.36

Donations toward project cost

-$329.26

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.10

match offer

-$387.38

Match offer toward project cost

-$329.27

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.11

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 $0.00

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