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

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Help Bring Equal Opportunity to My Classroom

Help me give my students a classroom computer because integrating computers and other digital tools into the classroom can be a powerful way to promote equity and access for all my students.

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

I appreciate your consideration and the opportunity to explain how this MacBook Air would benefit my students.

Having a reliable laptop in my health education classroom would allow me to incorporate more interactive and engaging lessons.

I could utilize educational software, access up-to-date online resources, and display multimedia content to supplement my teaching. This would help bring the curriculum to life for my students in a way that static textbooks cannot.

In health education, staying current on the latest research, trends, and best practices is crucial. A laptop would give me the ability to quickly reference credible online sources, access the most recent data, and share relevant information with my students. This would ensure they are receiving the most accurate and relevant health information to support their learning and well-being.

Many of the research-based projects and assignments in my health classes require students to explore topics in-depth using online resources. A laptop would provide them with the tools needed to effectively conduct research, organize their findings, and present their work in a professional manner. This would greatly enhance the quality of their projects and the depth of their learning.

With a laptop, I could guide my students through the creation of multimedia presentations, interactive data visualizations, and digital portfolios to showcase their learning. These types of projects not only engage students but also help develop essential 21st-century skills like critical thinking, collaboration, and digital literacy.

I believe providing my students with access to reliable technology like a laptop would greatly enhance their learning experience in health class. I am excited about the opportunity to incorporate more dynamic, research-based, and student-centered activities into my lessons.

Ms. Mendez Young Women's Leadership High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

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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Jamaica, NY View local requests

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

150 students impacted 16donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - MacBook Air 13.6" Laptop - M2 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Midnight • Best Buy Education $999.00 1 $999.00

Materials cost

$999.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,043.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$184.23

Total project goal

$1,228.21

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,228.21

12 Donors

-$1,204.25

Donations toward project cost

-$1,023.61

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$180.64

match offer

-$23.96

Match offer toward project cost

-$20.37

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.59

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 $0.00

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