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Mr. Licanj from Las Vegas, NV is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Future Cybersecurity Bright Brains

Help me give my students a cutting-edge educational experience by exploring the Apple M2 chip for enhanced cybersecurity learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Licanj's classroom raised $832

This project is fully funded

My Project

Project Proposal: Exploring the Apple M2 Chip for Cybersecurity Education

Summary: This project proposal seeks funding to enhance cybersecurity education by exploring the Apple M2 chip.

The project includes acquiring a MacMini with the Apple M2 chip to provide hands-on experience and insights into hardware security. The project aims to increase student engagement, improve their understanding of modern technology, and prepare them for future careers in cybersecurity. The students involved in this project are dedicated and passionate about cybersecurity, making them exceptional learners in the field.

Subject Area: Cybersecurity Education and Hardware Security Exploration

Impact on Learning:

The requested MacMini will make a significant difference in my students' learning by:

Providing real-world experience with cutting-edge technology.

Enabling the study of chip architecture and its cybersecurity implications.

Fostering critical thinking about hardware security.

Project Goals:

My goals for this project are to:

Increase student engagement and curiosity in cybersecurity.

Improve their understanding of modern technology.

Better prepare them for future careers in cybersecurity.

Special Students:

My students are a diverse and dedicated group with a passion for cybersecurity. They are committed to making a positive impact on the field. Your support will empower these exceptional students to excel in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Thank you for considering my proposal, which aims to provide a unique and enriching learning experience for my students and equip them for success in the cybersecurity field.

Mr. Licanj Durango High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

100 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - Mac mini Desktop - M2 Chip - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD (Latest Model) - Silver • Best Buy Education $599.00 1 $599.00
Case of 192 Pre-Sharpened #2 Pencils (12 per pack in 16 packs) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $47.00 1 $47.00
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 24 Note Pads, 3x3 in., 2x the Sticking Power, School Supplies and Office Products for Vertical Surfaces, Monitors, Walls & Windows, Supernova Neons Collection • Amazon Business $15.53 1 $15.53

Materials cost

$661.53

Vendor shipping charges

$5.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$706.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$124.67

Total project goal

$831.12

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$831.12

2 Donors

-$831.12

Donations toward project cost

-$706.45

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$124.67

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$0.00

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