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Ms. Porkattil Chacko from Commerce City, CO is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Communication and Independence: iPads for Students with Special Needs

Help me give my students an iPad to use for my students with special needs. I will use it for picture communication, timers during transition and keep it handy for showing quick videos or social stories.

  • 2 donors
  • $471 goal

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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

The iPad will make a significant difference in the learning and development of my students with special needs, especially those with autism. These students often face challenges in communication, social interactions, and adapting to changes in their routines.

The iPad will serve as an essential tool for enhancing their ability to communicate more effectively through the use of picture communication systems, which will enable students to express their needs, preferences, and emotions in a way that words sometimes fail to capture.

In addition to communication, the iPad will be invaluable in supporting transitions, a common area of difficulty for students with autism. Transitioning from one activity or environment to another can be particularly stressful for these students. The iPad will be used as a visual timer to help students anticipate upcoming changes and manage their anxiety during transitions. Another important goal of this project is to use the iPad to provide students with access to social stories and educational videos, especially during moments of transition in hallways or on the school bus. Having quick access to these resources on the iPad, particularly during travel between classes or when leaving or entering the school building, will allow students to gain the understanding they need to navigate social situations successfully.

What makes my students special is their resilience and their ability to thrive when provided with the right tools and support. Each student is unique, and they each deserve the chance to succeed in an environment that meets their individual needs. The iPad will play a crucial role in helping them achieve their full potential.

Ms. Porkattil Chacko Monaco Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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. Porkattil Chacko

Commerce City, CO View local requests

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

52 students impacted 2donors

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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 - Blue • Best Buy Education $349.00 1 $349.00
Stylus for iPad (2 Pcs), StylusHome Magnetic Disc Universal Stylus Pens Touch Screens for Apple/iPhone/Ipad pro/Mini/Air/Android/Microsoft/Surface All Capacitive Touch Screens - Black/Rose Gold • Amazon Business $15.69 1 $15.69

Materials cost

$364.69

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.47

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$400.16

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$70.62

Total project goal

$470.78

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $470.78

1 Donor

-$235.39

Donations toward project cost

-$200.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.31

match offer

-$235.39

Match offer toward project cost

-$200.08

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.31

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 $0.00

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