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Mrs. Isca from Brooklyn, NY is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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“Click, Learn, Grow: Brooklyn’s ELA Classroom Needs Laptops!”

Help me give my students access to digital learning resources, develop essential technology skills, and engage in an interactive, personalized education in an ELA classroom.

  • $4,701 goal

This project expired on May 13, 2025.

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This project expired on May 13, 2025.

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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

Laptops can significantly enhance the learning experience in my ELA middle school classroom by providing tools and resources that promote engagement, collaboration, and personalized learning. Integrating laptops into my classroom can significantly enhance students' learning experiences and outcomes in several impactful ways. This dynamic approach holds their attention better than traditional methods and makes learning feel more like an adventure. Laptops can significantly improve student learning by making lessons more interactive, personalizing education to meet individual needs, enhancing collaboration, and preparing students for the digital future. By using technology in the classroom, students gain not just content knowledge but also critical life skills, such as problem-solving, digital literacy, and communication.

By incorporating laptops thoughtfully, I can help foster a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that prepares students for academic success and future challenges.

Students will have the opportunity to use digital resources, including access to their online curriculum. Students can access e-books, articles, and multimedia resources that cater to various reading levels and interests. Laptops provide access to reliable sources for research, enabling students to explore topics more deeply.

In addition, they can improve on their writing and editing skills. Platforms like Google Docs/ Writables can allow real-time collaboration, peer editing, and teacher feedback. Students can enhance their engagement by utilizing tools for creative writing, newsletters, podcasts, or digital presentations.

Last, but certainly not least, I will be able to differentiate and offer personalized instruction. Adaptive learning platforms tailor activities to each student’s level, helping struggling learners and challenging advanced ones. Tools like text-to-speech, audiobooks, and dictation support diverse learners, including those with disabilities. My students are resilient and deserve the opportunity to succeed and grow on their academic journey.

Mrs. Isca Conselyea Preparatory School Grades 6-8

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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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

Never Before Funded 75 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP - 14" Laptop - Intel Celeron - 4GB Memory - 128GB eMMC - Jet Black • Best Buy Education $186.02 21 $3,906.42

Materials cost

$3,906.42

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$58.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$3,995.02

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$705.00

Total project goal

$4,700.02

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