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Ms. D. Leiva-Ruiz from Washington, DC is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bridging the Educational Gap for Multilingual Immigrant Students

Help me give my students 18 iPads to support year-long learning to improve their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.

  • 48 donors
  • $3,083 still needed

expires Jun 10

  • 48 donors
  • $3,083 still needed
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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Over the past few weeks, the attendance of some of my multilingual elementary students (MLs) from immigrant families has been significantly affected. Misinformation, particularly through social media, has created fear and uncertainty, leading some families to keep their children at home. Unfortunately, these absences disrupt their academic progress, limiting their ability to develop skills in all four language domains: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

To address this urgent issue, I propose providing iPads for MLs to use during extended absences, long weekends, and extended breaks, such as winter and spring break.

This initiative would allow students to continue accessing essential online educational platforms to stay engaged in their academic progress.

By offering multilingual support, we can ensure equitable access to education for MLs at all proficiency levels, from level 1 to level 4. Many of these students are Newcomers, having recently arrived from another country, and they need additional support to bridge the educational gap.

As an immigrant child, I experienced firsthand the fear and uncertainty of being in a new country. In addition, I was two years behind grade level and was always trying to catch up. I understand what young children and families are facing today, and I know the impact that access to learning resources can have.

By providing technology resources, we can empower MLs to succeed academically despite the challenges they may face. I urge potential donors and partners to support this initiative and make a meaningful impact on the lives of these children. By investing in technology resources, we can ensure that every student has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

Ms. D. Leiva-Ruiz Kimball 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

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.

More about Ms. D. Leiva-Ruiz

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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

21 students impacted 48donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 10.9-Inch iPad - Latest Model - (10th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 64GB - Pink • Best Buy Education $349.00 6 $2,094.00
Apple - 10.9-Inch iPad - Latest Model - (10th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 64GB - Silver • Best Buy Education $349.00 6 $2,094.00
Apple - 10.9-Inch iPad - Latest Model - (10th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 64GB - Blue • Best Buy Education $349.00 6 $2,094.00

Materials cost

$6,282.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $376.92

3rd party payment processing fee

$94.23

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$6,783.15

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$1,197.03

Total project goal

$7,980.18

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $7,980.18

45 Donors

-$4,414.57

Donations toward project cost

-$3,771.14

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$643.43

Matching donations from our partners

-$460.89

Match offers toward project cost

-$391.76

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$69.13

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$22.07

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $3,082.67

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