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Ms. Palencia from Stamford, CT is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Giving ESL Students the Gift of an IPAD

Help me give my students an IPAD for interactive learning as they learn English as a second language.

  • $1,587 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

All of our students bring unique perspectives and diverse cultural experiences that enrich the learning environment for everyone. My students are navigating multiple languages and cultures. They possess a strong sense of determination and curiosity as they work to bridge different worlds, which can inspire both peers and educators.

The iPad can significantly enhance the educational growth of students learning English by providing interactive and personalized learning experiences.

With a multitude of educational apps, students can engage in vocabulary and grammar exercises, access a wide range of multimedia resources, and practice their language skills through interactive tools and games. The device's portability and access to digital content make it easier for students to immerse themselves in the language, whether through e-books, audiobooks, or online practice exercises. Additionally, it facilitate collaborative learning by enabling students to work together on projects and communicate with peers and teachers, further enriching their language practice. This combination of accessibility, interactivity, and customization supports more effective and engaging language acquisition, helping students develop their English skills more rapidly.

Ms. Palencia
Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 13-inch iPad Pro M4 chip Wi-Fi 256GB with OLED - Space Black • Best Buy Education $1,299.00 1 $1,299.00

Materials cost

$1,299.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$19.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,348.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$237.97

Total project goal

$1,586.45

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,586.45

1 Donor

-$1,586.45

Donations toward project cost

-$1,348.48

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$237.97

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$0.00

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