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Ms. Gruver from Chicago, IL is requesting technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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iLearning!

My students need an iPad to enhance our learning experiences with technology.

  • $802 goal

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My Students

Technology is changing daily! Unfortunately, this is not true in our classroom. Our school is in a neighborhood where families struggle to provide food, shelter, and clothing for their children. We need modern technology, but have no money for it!

My students are third graders in a high poverty neighborhood.

My students have very few life experiences, due to economic hardship. They are struggling to find a balance between the gang activity they see daily in the streets and where they fit in life. When at school, the students are provided with two hot meals a day. They feel safe and loved and know what to expect. Many of my students entered school without the skills needed to be successful. They are now in third grade and are struggling to catch up with the other students that have all their needs met. If my students don't make drastic improvements, they will always be behind. What kind of a future is that?

My Project

The iPad is the perfect, first computer experience for young children. Children love to use technology and anything that draws their attention to learning in a positive light is a fantastic resource! There are thousands of apps available to help students practice English, phonics, writing, math, etc. The iPad allows the students to practice at their own ability level. Students, who are below grade level, at grade level, or above grade level, can all benefit from the apps. I plan to use the iPads at an independent center to practice skills needed for success in third grade. Another way I would like to use the iPad is as a listening center with a small group of children using an app for an interactive book. The bright colorful display, ease of use, and huge storehouse of apps available, make the iPad an incredible classroom tool.

There are so many expectations for what our third graders must know in able to move on and be successful.

When students enter third grade unable to read, they are already so far behind. Using iPads in the classroom would make learning fun and exciting for my students. We need every opportunity to catch up with the 21st century. Anything that motivates children to want to learn more is an invaluable asset!

Ms. Gruver Smith Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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Chicago, IL View local requests

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

21 students impacted 6donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple® iPad® with Retina display Wi-Fi Cellular - 4th generation - tablet - iOS 6 - 16 GB - 9.7' - 3G, 4G - AT&T • Best Buy for Business $629.99 1 $629.99

Materials cost

$629.99

Vendor shipping charges

 $12.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.45

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$681.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$120.25

Total project goal

$801.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $801.69

4 Donors

-$767.28

Donations toward project cost

-$655.94

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$111.34

match offer

-$30.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$25.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$4.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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