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Ms. Sims from Philadelphia, PA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Learning with Technology

Help me give my students the tech they need in my class to succeed.

  • $274 goal

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Ms. Sims has another project! Donate to Our Room to help her classroom.

$976 - complete this project and be a hero

My Project

Welcome to our vibrant classroom, where young minds ignite with curiosity and creativity! We are a diverse group of learners at an elementary school nestled in the heart of Philadelphia. Our mission? To explore, discover, and learn together, fueled by the power of modern technology.

Tablets: Unlocking New Horizons Imagine the wonder in our students’ eyes as they dive into interactive learning apps, explore virtual worlds, and collaborate on exciting projects.

Tablets will be our magic wands, allowing us to travel through time, dissect the mysteries of the universe, and create digital masterpieces. With your support, we’ll bridge the digital divide and empower every child to reach for the stars!

Headphones: A Symphony of Focus In our bustling classroom, focus is key. Whether we’re diving into audiobooks, practicing language skills, or participating in virtual field trips, headphones will be our secret weapon. They’ll whisk us away to far-off lands, where history whispers, science roars, and imagination soars. With headphones, we’ll tune out distractions and tune in to the symphony of knowledge.

Why Your Support Matters By donating to our project, you’re not just providing tablets and headphones. You’re investing in dreams, igniting passions, and shaping future leaders. Your generosity will echo through generations, leaving a legacy of empowered learners who dare to dream big.

Join Our Journey Together, let’s create a symphony of learning. Your contribution, no matter the size, will make a difference. Spread the word, share our project, and be part of our classroom family. We promise to send you virtual high-fives, heartfelt thank-you notes, and glimpses of our tech-filled adventures!

Ms. Sims Paul L Dunbar Elementary 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

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. Sims

Philadelphia, PA 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

30 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Amazon - Fire HD 10 10.1 Tablet 32 GB - Black • Best Buy Education $68.17 2 $136.34
Kids Headphones Bulk 5 Pack, Student On Ear Color Varieties, Comfy Swivel Earphones for Classroom, Library, School, Airplane, for Online Learning and Travel, Noise Stereo Sound 3.5mm Jack (Colorful) • Amazon Business $36.97 1 $36.97
Crayola Colors of the World Markers - Set of 24 • Blick Art Materials $8.23 2 $16.46

Materials cost

$189.77

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$232.57

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$41.04

Total project goal

$273.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$273.61

1 Donor

-$116.28

Donations toward project cost

-$116.28

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$136.81

Match offer toward project cost

-$116.29

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.52

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$20.52

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

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