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

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Powering Up Learning: A MacBook for a Brighter, Tech-Savvy Classroom!

Help me give my students a MacBook Air 13.6 Laptop with a case to enhance our lessons.

  • $1,129 goal

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Ms. Valbuena has another project! Donate to Printer Ink Link: Help Us Think! to help her classroom.

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My Project

I am reaching out to request your generous support for a grant to purchase an Apple MacBook Air 13.6" laptop and protective case for my fourth-grade classroom. Our current laptop is over 10 years old and has become increasingly unreliable. It frequently shuts down during lessons, especially when connected to our smartboard, interrupting learning and preventing my students from engaging with technology in meaningful ways. With a new MacBook Air, we will be able to enhance our lessons, create an exciting classroom atmosphere, and provide a better learning experience for all of my wonderful and eager students.

The MacBook Air will allow us to incorporate more interactive learning tools and resources, enabling students to be more creative and actively participate in lessons.

With faster processing power and greater reliability, the new laptop will ensure that our digital lessons run smoothly without frustrating interruptions. It will provide access to a wide range of educational apps, videos, and online activities that will inspire students to explore and engage with subjects in innovative ways. From research projects to multimedia presentations, the laptop will give students opportunities to develop essential skills in technology, communication, and collaboration.

Your contribution will directly impact my students' ability to learn and grow in a modern, tech-driven classroom. By replacing our outdated equipment, you are providing the tools needed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and a passion for learning. I am confident that with your support, we will create an enriching and dynamic environment that encourages students to reach their full potential. Thank you for considering this request and helping us enhance the educational experience for our future leaders.

Ms. Valbuena PS 153 Maspeth Grades 3-5

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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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - MacBook Air 13.6" Laptop - M2 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Silver • Best Buy Education $899.00 1 $899.00
TWOLSKOO for M3 MacBook Air 13.6 Inch Case 2022 2023 2024 Release A2681 M2 A3113, Plastic Hard Shell Cover with Trackpad Film & Keyboard Cover & Screen Film for MacBook Air 13.6", Crystal Black • Amazon Business $16.85 1 $16.85

Materials cost

$915.85

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$959.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$169.34

Total project goal

$1,128.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,128.93

2 Donors

-$534.02

Donations toward project cost

-$505.67

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.35

match offer

-$534.02

Match offer toward project cost

-$453.92

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$80.10

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$60.89

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 $0.00

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