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Ms. Tatum from Washington, DC is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Powering Up Learning: Organized Charging Station for Our CES Students!

Help me give my students an organized space for technology, promoting the habit of keeping the tech space tidy and functional.

  • 6 donors
  • $786 goal

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My Project

In today’s classrooms, technology is essential for learning. Our CES students rely on tablets, Chromebooks, and digital resources for research, assignments, and interactive lessons. However, without an organized charging station, students often struggle with dead batteries, misplaced headphones, and limited access to essential tools like a printer. That’s why we are requesting a structured charging solution that includes device storage, a printer, and headphones to ensure every student has the resources they need to succeed.

An organized charging station will eliminate the daily frustration of low-battery warnings, lost chargers, and tangled cords.

It will create a more efficient learning environment, keeping students engaged and minimizing disruptions. Having a dedicated space for headphones ensures students can focus without distractions, while easy access to a printer allows them to complete and submit assignments seamlessly. This setup will also teach responsibility by providing designated storage, reinforcing organization and accountability.

Our goal is to ensure every student has consistent access to charged devices, quality headphones, and a reliable printer, allowing them to fully participate in digital learning. A structured system will improve organization, reduce clutter, and foster independence in managing technology.

Our CES students are bright, curious, and eager to learn. They embrace technology as a tool for discovery, collaboration, and creativity. Despite challenges, they show resilience and enthusiasm in their learning journey. By providing them with a well-equipped, organized tech station, we remove barriers and empower them to succeed.

With your support, we can keep our students powered up, focused, and ready to learn every day. Thank you for making a difference in their education!

Ms. Tatum Sousa Middle School Grades 6-8

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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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

19 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Learniture Structure Series 12-Device Charging Station for Laptops and Tablets, Wall-Mount Lockable Charging Cabinet for 12 Tablets/Chromebooks, Black • Amazon Business $179.86 1 $179.86
Eduvy Bulk Headphones for Classroom with Microphone, Heavy-Duty School Pack Wired Headphones for Students. Teacher Must Haves Supplies from Elementary to College (24 Pack Black) • Amazon Business $142.99 1 $142.99
HP - Smart Tank 5101 Wireless All-In-One Supertank Inkjet Printer with up to 2 Years of Ink Included - White • Best Buy Education $136.62 1 $136.62
Chromebook Charger,45W USB C Laptop Charger Compatible with HP Dell Acer Asus Samsung, Type C Fast Charging Power Adapter • Amazon Business $6.99 12 $83.88
Joansea 3-Tier Mobile Printer Stand with Charging Station, Modern Printer Cart on Wheels with Storage Bin, Industrial Kitchen Carts, for Office Home, Rustc Brown • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99

Materials cost

$593.34

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $35.60

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.90

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$667.84

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$117.85

Total project goal

$785.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $785.69

5 Donors

-$760.26

Donations toward project cost

-$648.72

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$111.54

match offer

-$22.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$19.12

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.38

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.94

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