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Mr. Casillas from Waimea, HI is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Learning Is Good When You Feel Good!

Help me give my students these peripherals to use while coming to class in this "blended distance learning" environment.

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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 Students

Every year, freshmen entering our school is the start of another era that adds to the west side community on the island of Kauai. They enter as the students lowest on the totem pole and act accordingly . . . shy, worried, even scared. That's not how we let them exist. We get them to thrive.

Our school has a nationally recognized Freshman Academy that has a mission and vision statement based on the idea of nurturing all our incoming freshmen while preparing them for the following three years and beyond as they enter their community and the world.

We are a Title I school so funds are always a challenge for our students. Therefore, our focus is on relationships and revealing to the students they are capable of more than just their means.

My Project

Currently our school is participating in a "blended" learning environment. Due to the Covid epidemic all students have been forced to stay home and participate in digital online learning. Our school now offers blended learning where we see 25% of the students in class four days a week. This allows the entire student population to attend school on different days. This is also a blessing as the student attendance opens up opportunities for extracurricular activities and possibly even sports.

My project will offer students control and comfort in their classroom studies while in school using specific software.

All students are issued a basic Chromebook to complete assignments. While working in class, I would like to provide students peripherals such as a mouse or a full size keyboard to complete their work with comfort and ease.

The use of a mouse while designing projects using Sketchup (online design software) will provide precise control as they navigate the drafting portion of the software. This is far easier than trying to maneuver drafting tools on a touchpad. The phone extender will allow students to have their phones used as an extra monitor at eye level when referencing internet resources. The air mover is a bit of a luxury but much needed. Waimea is the westside of the island and temperatures are commonly in the upper 80's and 90's. Without air conditioning in my room, the air mover would provide a more conducive atmosphere for learning.

Studies have shown (and I agree) that students who are uncomfortable in their environment do not participate or learn well. By providing a little comfort, I aim to increase their learning and in classroom productivity.

Mr. Casillas Waimea 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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Waimea, HI View local requests

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

158 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
XPOWER P-80A Mini Mighty Air Mover Utility Fan with Built-In Power Outlets - Blue • Amazon Business $65.00 1 $65.00
iClever DK03 Bluetooth Keyboard - 2.4G Wireless Keyboard Rechargeable Bluetooth 4.2 + USB Multi Device Keyboard, Ultra-Slim Full Size Dual Mode Ultra Wireless Keyboard for Mac, Windows, Android, Black • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Logitech M570 Wireless Trackball Mouse – Ergonomic Design with Sculpted Right-Hand Shape, Compatible with Apple Mac and Microsoft Windows Computers, USB Unifying Receiver, Dark Gray • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Anker 2.4G Wireless Vertical Ergonomic Optical Mouse, 800 / 1200 /1600 DPI, 5 Buttons for Laptop, Desktop, PC, Macbook - Black • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
StarTech.com 2x2in Server Rack Cable Management Finger Duct w/ Cover - Open Slot Wire Raceway for Network & A/V Cables (AD2X2) • Amazon Business $25.37 1 $25.37
TARION Overhead Video Stand Articulating Arm Flexible Cell Phone Holder Stand Arm for Desk Table Phone Stand Holder for Overhead Video Filming Livestream Flat Photography Videography • Amazon Business $19.89 1 $19.89

Materials cost

$204.23

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $8.99

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.06

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$246.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$43.46

Total project goal

$289.74

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $289.74

2 Donors

-$289.74

Donations toward project cost

-$246.28

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$43.46

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