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

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Empowering Multilingual Learners With Technology

Help me give my students the technology they need to become efficient language learners.

  • $1,111 goal

This project expired on April 12, 2025.

This project expired on April 12, 2025.

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My Project

As an educator committed to helping all of my students succeed, technology can enhance their learning experience, especially for those who are learning English as a second (or third) language. However, the current technology in my classroom is outdated and often struggles to meet the needs of my students.

Many of my Multilingual Learner (MLL) students come from diverse cultural backgrounds, and they face unique challenges in acquiring English.

For them, having access to the right tools is not just a luxury, it’s a necessity. A new MacBook would provide them with a more interactive, engaging, and personalized learning environment. It would also give me the ability to use a variety of educational software, apps, and websites designed to support language acquisition, such as speech-to-text programs, online dictionaries, and educational games that cater specifically to English language learners.

Furthermore, the portability and efficiency of a MacBook would allow me to work more seamlessly across different areas of the classroom, facilitating collaborative projects, virtual lessons, and individualized learning sessions. It would also enable me to better communicate with students and their families, offering a bridge to those who may not speak English at home, as I could more easily share resources and update progress through various online platforms.

Having the latest technology would also allow me to engage with students in real-time, offering quick feedback and instant access to resources, which is essential when working with a diverse group of learners. The ability to create multimedia lessons, record audio for pronunciation practice, and track student progress will undoubtedly make a significant difference in the way my MLL students experience and succeed in school.

With a new MacBook, I will be better equipped to help my students develop the skills and confidence they need to thrive academically, socially, and beyond.

Ms. Estevez Junior High School 223 the Montauk Grades 6-8

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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

Never Before Funded 183 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - MacBook Air 13.6" Laptop - M2 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Midnight • Best Buy Education $900.08 1 $900.08

Materials cost

$900.08

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$943.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$166.51

Total project goal

$1,110.09

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