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Mrs. Thomas from New Orleans, LA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Portable Productivity!

Help me give my students a laptop podium and stool to provide lectures in class.

  • $253 goal

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My Project

As a teacher, having the right tools in the classroom is essential for effective instruction. That's why I need a laptop podium for my classroom. The podium gives me a central place to deliver lectures and instructions while having my notes and technology right at hand. I'll be able to teach from anywhere in the classroom while having what I need within arm's reach. This will allow me to take my instruction to the next level and provide the interactive, engaging learning environment my students need to succeed. Acquiring a laptop podium will directly benefit my students in numerous ways. With this innovative tool at my disposal, I can seamlessly integrate multimedia resources, dynamic presentations, and real-time information sharing into our classroom activities. This enhanced visual engagement will deepen their understanding of the material and improve retention rates. The flexibility of the podium enables me to move around the classroom while maintaining access to teaching materials, facilitating more personalized interactions, and adapting teaching strategies to meet their individual needs. Furthermore, by promoting collaboration through group activities and presentations, students will develop teamwork skills and learn from each other, enriching their overall educational experience. In essence, the laptop podium empowers my students to become active participants in their learning journey, fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills that extend far beyond the confines of our classroom walls.

Mrs. Thomas Renew Schaumburg 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.

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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New Orleans, LA View local requests

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

50 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
OEF Furnishings Presentation Cart and Stand, OEFPRC200, Steel Frame, Ivory Woodgrain • Amazon Business $167.72 1 $167.72

Materials cost

$167.72

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $14.68

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$214.92

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.93

Total project goal

$252.85

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $252.85

1 Donor

-$252.85

Donations toward project cost

-$214.92

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.93

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 $0.00

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