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Mrs. Kaska from Anchorage, AK is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Life Skills With iPads and Accessories

Help me give my students a more interactive experience. In Life Skills, we need a more hands-on approach. Having an iPad will connect us to the Apple TV and increase engagement.

  • $812 goal

This project expired on June 9, 2024.

This project expired on June 9, 2024.

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My Project

In our ever-evolving educational landscape, it's crucial to provide students in Life Skills classes with innovative tools and resources to support their growth and development. With the integration of an iPad and accessories, we aim to revolutionize the learning experience for our students, fostering engagement, interactivity, differentiation, and inclusivity, particularly for those with vision impairments. Inclusivity is at the heart of our mission. With iPads we can ensure that students with vision impairments have equal access to educational content and resources, and allows us to differentiate instruction seamlessly, providing tailored learning experiences that meet students where they are.

By incorporating an iPad into our Life Skills class, we aim to captivate students' attention and enthusiasm through dynamic, multimedia content.

By harnessing the power of technology, we can create personalized learning experiences that resonate with each student, igniting their curiosity and motivation to learn. Gone are the days of passive learning. With iPads, we can transform traditional assignments into interactive experiences that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration.

In conclusion, Incorporating iPads and accessories into our Life Skills class represents a transformative opportunity to enhance engagement, interactivity, differentiation, and inclusivity in our educational practices. By harnessing the power of technology, we can empower students to develop essential life skills, cultivate a love for learning, and unlock their full potential. Together, let's embark on this journey of innovation and empowerment, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive in the classroom and beyond.

Mrs. Kaska Romig Middle School Grades 6-8

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Anchorage, AK View local requests

More than a third 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

14 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 10.9-Inch iPad Air - Latest Model - (5th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 64GB - Purple • Best Buy Education $599.99 1 $599.99
Fintie Case for iPad Air 5th Generation (2022) / 4th Generation (2020) 10.9 Inch, Multi-Angle Viewing Protective Cover with Pencil Holder & Pocket, Auto Sleep/Wake, Lilac Marble • Amazon Business $16.82 1 $16.82
Gradient Color Stylus Pen for iPad 2018-2022 with 5 Extra Tips, Apple Pen for iPad 10th/9th/8th/7th/6th Gen, iPad Pencil for iPad Pro 11/12.9 inch, iPad Air 5th/4th/3th Gen, iPad Mini 6th/5th Gen • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
bersem [2 PACK Paper Screen protector Compatible with iPad Pro 11 inch (2022/2021/2020/2018 Models) / iPad Air 5th / 4th Generation (10.9 inch) • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98

Materials cost

$640.78

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$9.61

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.61

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$690.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$121.76

Total project goal

$811.76

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