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Mr. Ahmed from Seattle, WA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calculators for Young Mathematicians!

Help me give my students class set of calculations to use during school.

  • $664 goal

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My Project

Calculators can make a significant difference in a math class by enhancing learning, promoting efficiency, and facilitating a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts. Here are several ways in which calculators can be beneficial:

Calculators assist with computation speed and accuracy.

Calculators can perform complex calculations quickly and accurately, allowing students to focus on understanding concepts rather than spending excessive time on manual calculations.

This is particularly useful in exams or timed assignments where efficiency is crucial.

Calculators minimize the risk of human error in calculations, helping students to develop confidence in their problem-solving abilities.

They provide instant feedback, allowing students to identify and correct mistakes promptly.

Individualized Learning:

Calculators can cater to individual learning styles and paces, allowing students to progress at their own speed.

Differentiated instruction becomes more feasible as calculators can adapt to the varied needs of students.

With the help from donors my goal is for every student to have access to a calculator in class. My scholars are hard working and will only become more proficient with access to appropriate math tools.

Mr. Ahmed Washington Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

More about Mr. Ahmed

Seattle, WA View local requests

More than 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

130 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
TI-108 Calculator • Carolina Biological Supply Company $9.68 50 $484.00

Materials cost

$484.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$42.35

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$563.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$99.46

Total project goal

$663.07

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$663.07

1 Donor

-$563.61

Donations toward project cost

-$563.61

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$99.46

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$0.00

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