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Ms. Harris from Hyattsville, MD is requesting professional development through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Professional development

Professional Development Through Technology

I need a new MacBook because mine was stolen, which is hindering my ability to teach effectively.

  • 11 donors
  • $1,755 still needed

expires Jul 19

  • 11 donors
  • $1,755 still needed
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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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 Project

The loss of my MacBook has significantly impacted my ability to provide effective and engaging instruction to my students. I rely heavily on my MacBook for planning lessons, organizing materials, and creating a safe, productive space where students feel supported. Without it, I am struggling to access essential resources and adapt my teaching in real-time.

As a hands-on educator, I depend on technology to streamline my workflow, communicate with students, and design personalized learning experiences.

Without a functional laptop, I’m unable to maintain the same level of responsiveness, creativity, and efficiency that my students deserve.

A new laptop would help restore the tools I need to create an optimal learning environment. More than just replacing a lost device, it would be an investment in my professional development. With access to updated technology, I can further refine my teaching practices, enhance my digital literacy, and implement innovative strategies that align with current educational standards. This tool will allow me to continue supporting my students' academic and emotional growth while also advancing my own skills as an educator.

Ms. Harris Northwestern High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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Hyattsville, MD 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

HBCU Alum 999 students impacted 11donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - MacBook Pro 14" Laptop - M3 Pro chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 18GB Memory - 14-core GPU - 512GB SSD - Silver • Best Buy Education $1,899.00 1 $1,899.00

Materials cost

$1,899.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $113.94

3rd party payment processing fee

$28.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,071.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$365.54

Total project goal

$2,436.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,436.96

10 Donors

-$625.00

Donations toward project cost

-$537.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$87.50

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$7.35

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 $1,754.64

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