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Mrs. Kat from Kalaheo, HI is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Gearing Up for Weekly School Newscasts!

Help me give my students 2 iPads to use to record, edit, and broadcast weekly newscasts to present to the student body and staff.

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The requested iPads will provide students with essential tools to create, edit, and produce high-quality video content for our weekly School News Now broadcasts. Through hands-on learning, students will develop skills in storytelling, digital literacy, and responsible technology use. We will be able to record and edit interviews and school events with high-quality video and sound.

The iPads will allow for us to collaborate on creative projects and explore new ways to communicate through media.

By using iPads, students will enhance their technical and creative abilities, improving their confidence in public speaking, writing, and teamwork.

The primary goal of the Creative Media Club is to empower students to develop media production skills while fostering a sense of school community.

Students will produce a weekly 2-3 minute newscast highlighting school events, activities, and student achievements. Students will also learn the complete media production process, including storyboarding, filming, editing, and publishing.

Students will develop strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills by working together to create meaningful content. Students will also build confidence by conducting interviews, presenting on camera, and sharing their work with the entire school. This project aims to provide students with real-world skills and give them a platform to express themselves creatively.

Our students are curious, creative, and eager to learn new skills. They are passionate about sharing their voices and helping their school community stay informed and connected. The Creative Media Club will give them the opportunity to explore creative expression through digital media while working together to produce something meaningful.

What makes my students truly special is their willingness to take on leadership roles, support one another, and find creative solutions to challenges. They are not only learning technical skills but also developing essential life skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication. Their enthusiasm and dedication make this project a unique and rewarding experience for everyone involved.

Mrs. Kat Kalaheo Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 10.9-Inch iPad - Latest Model - (10th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 64GB - Pink • Best Buy Education $349.00 1 $349.00
Apple - 10.9-Inch iPad - (10th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 64GB - Blue • Best Buy Education $349.00 1 $349.00

Materials cost

$698.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $30.71

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.47

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$769.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$135.74

Total project goal

$904.92

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