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Ms. Minna Aghassi from Los Angeles, CA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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MacBooks for a Calm, Focused, and Accessible Learning Environment

Help me give my students MacBooks to help them access assistive technology, stay organized, reduce learning anxiety, and engage more confidently in their education.

  • 2 donors
  • $8,364 goal

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Ms. Minna Aghassi has another project! Donate to Print for Justice: Supporting Inclusive & Equitable Learning to help her classroom.

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You can complete this project for $229.
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My Project

Empowering Special Education Students with MacBooks for Success

I absolutely love my students because they are resilient, hardworking, and full of potential despite the challenges they face.

Each of them has unique strengths, and they thrive when given the right tools to support their learning. My students have IEPs and diverse learning needs, which means they require individualized approaches to help them stay focused, organized, and engaged in their education.

The MacBooks I’m requesting will make a huge difference in their learning by providing assistive technology, digital organization tools, and accessibility features that support their specific needs. These devices will allow students to:

Use text-to-speech and speech-to-text software to help with reading and writing challenges; Access graphic organizers and note-taking apps to improve comprehension and organization; Work at their own pace in a less overwhelming, stress-free environment; Engage with interactive learning programs that make lessons more accessible and engaging.

My goal is to create a calm, supportive, and technology-driven classroom where students can learn independently, build confidence, and succeed. These MacBooks will give them the tools they need to overcome barriers, reduce frustration, and take ownership of their education in a way that works best for them.

My students are determined, creative, and full of potential. They might struggle with traditional learning methods, but they shine when given the right tools and support. Every day, they inspire me with their perseverance and willingness to learn. These MacBooks will open doors to new opportunities for them, allowing them to reach their full potential in a way that fits their individual learning styles.

Thank you for supporting my students and helping create a more inclusive, accessible, and calming learning environment for them!

Ms. Minna Aghassi John Marshall 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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More than three‑quarters 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

170 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - MacBook Pro 14-inch Apple M4 Max chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 36GB Memory - 1TB SSD - Silver • Best Buy Education $3,199.00 1 $3,199.00
Apple - MacBook Pro 14-inch Apple M4 Max chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 36GB Memory - 1TB SSD - Space Black • Best Buy Education $3,199.00 1 $3,199.00

Materials cost

$6,398.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $585.42

3rd party payment processing fee

$95.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$7,109.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$1,254.60

Total project goal

$8,363.99

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $8,363.99

1 Donor

-$3,577.45

Donations toward project cost

-$3,577.45

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$4,155.22

Match offer toward project cost

-$3,531.94

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$623.28

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$631.31

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 $0.00

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