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Ms. M from Gallup, NM is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empower Our Students with Tablets for STEM Learning!

Help me give my students tablets to enhance engagement, creativity, and hands-on learning, allowing them to explore, design, and innovate like never before. These will help equip them with the tools they need to succeed in STEM.

  • $847 goal

This project expired on June 11, 2025.

This project expired on June 11, 2025.

My Project

In today’s digital world, integrating technology into education is essential for fostering engagement and deeper learning. Our project aims to provide tablets for middle school students to use during STEM activities, particularly in science and Project Lead The Way (PLTW) design and modeling. The iPad and Fire tablet will serve as interactive tools that allow students to conduct virtual experiments, use engineering design software, and explore complex scientific concepts through simulations. By incorporating technology, students can visualize abstract ideas, collaborate on projects, and develop problem-solving skills that are critical in STEM fields.

With these devices, students can use 3D modeling software to design prototypes, engage with applications, and conduct research instantly.

Interactive simulations will help them grasp difficult science topics, while digital notebooks will allow them to track and reflect on their learning in real time. These tools will not only make lessons more engaging but will also help students develop essential digital literacy skills that will prepare them for future academic and career opportunities in STEM.

Our goal for this project is to create an interactive and immersive learning experience that encourages curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Our students are bright, motivated, and eager to learn, but many do not have access to the technology needed to explore STEM concepts fully. By providing tablets, we are leveling the playing field and ensuring that every student, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to succeed. These students are the innovators of tomorrow, and with the right resources, they can develop the skills and confidence needed to solve real-world problems and pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.

Ms. M Chief Manuelito Middle School Grades 6-8

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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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Gallup, NM 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

300 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 10.9-Inch iPad - Latest Model - (10th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 256GB - Silver • Best Buy Education $499.00 1 $499.00
Amazon - Fire HD 10 - 10.1" Tablet (2023 Release) - 32GB with Wi-Fi - Black • Best Buy Education $90.21 2 $180.42

Materials cost

$679.42

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.19

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$719.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$126.99

Total project goal

$846.60

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