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

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Empowering Voices: An iPad to Bridge Communication & Enhance Articulation

Help me give my students opportunities to improve their speech and language. I am seeking support to provide an iPad that will open up new opportunities for individualized instruction and interactive experiences for my special needs students.

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iPads offer a plethora of engaging and interactive apps and programs designed to support speech therapy goals, such as enhancing articulation, social communication, literacy and reading comprehension. An iPad will assist my special needs students who are auditory, visual and kinesthetic learners. Research indicates that engaging multiple senses enhances learning and improves information retention.

“For people without disabilities, technology makes things easier; for people with disabilities, technology makes things possible.”

Ways I can utilize an iPad during therapy: (a) Students can record their voices to practice various speech sounds or identify instances of stuttering, allowing them to track their progress and receive feedback. (b) As a PROMPT-trained therapist, students can watch their website's video models to demonstrate proper speech techniques to improve articulation. (c) Edpuzzle, Vooks and Boom Cards are all educational tools that can improve reading comprehension, literacy and social communication skills. (d) Using the CoughDrop app during classroom push-in sessions can serve as a model to increase language and participation.

Two-thirds of the students on my caseload are minimally verbal or non-verbal, and communicate using IEP-driven voice output devices (e.g., LAMP, TouchChat). Although these students receive their devices from the district, they oftentimes arrive at school either uncharged or without them. It would be helpful for the speech teacher to have access to these apps on a school-based device. Additionally, it will be used to evaluate students for AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) devices and will enable them to practice various programs to identify the most appropriate program. Access to an iPad will streamline the often lengthy AAC assessment process.

“AAC reminds us that having a voice is not just about speaking; it’s about being heard and understood.” Thank you for your time and kind consideration. Together, we can make a functional and meaningful impact.

Ms. Villanueva P94M at PS/IS 276 Grades 6-8

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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.

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More than half 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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - iPad mini (6th Generation) Wi-Fi - 64GB - Purple • Best Buy Education $499.99 1 $499.99
DTTO Shockproof Case for iPad Mini 6 2021, Dual Layer Full Body Tough Rugged Stand Cover Case, Built-in Screen Protector and Pencil Holder for iPad Mini 6 8.3 inch 2021 Release, New Orange • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
ProCase 1 Pack Screen Protector for iPad Mini 6 8.3" 2021, Tempered Glass Film Guard for iPad Mini 6th A2567 A2568 A2570 -Clear • Amazon Business $6.92 1 $6.92

Materials cost

$523.90

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$561.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$99.13

Total project goal

$660.89

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $660.89

6 Donors

-$635.89

Donations toward project cost

-$540.51

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$95.38

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

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 $0.00

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