Help me give my students a Promethean Board to transform their classroom space to a place where all students have equal access to information.
$2,917 goal
This project expired on July 9, 2025.
This project expired on July 9, 2025.
My Project
In my high school English classroom, I strive to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment where every student has a voice. My students are curious, insightful, and eager to participate in discussions that challenge their thinking. They thrive in collaborative settings, especially in Socratic seminars where they analyze literature, debate ideas, and develop critical thinking skills. However, one major challenge is ensuring that all students can clearly see and interact with the materials we discuss.
I am requesting a Promethean Board to transform my classroom into a space where all students have equal access to information, no matter where they are seated.
In my class, students sit in a circle to encourage open discussions and peer engagement. However, this setup means some students have their backs to the traditional whiteboard or projector screen, limiting their ability to fully engage with visual materials.
A Promethean Board would solve this issue by providing a clear, interactive display that all students can see, regardless of where they sit. With this technology, I can project texts, annotations, student responses, and multimedia resources in a way that fosters deeper understanding and participation. Students will be able to interact with the board, making discussions more dynamic and engaging.
With a Promethean Board, Socratic discussions will be more accessible, inclusive, and interactive. Every student will have an equal opportunity to engage with the material, whether it's analyzing complex literature, reviewing essays, or exploring multimedia content. This tool will allow me to integrate technology-driven learning strategies that prepare students for a digital world, while also honoring the importance of face-to-face discussion and debate.
Your support will help create a classroom where every student has a front-row seat to learning—a place where critical thinking, collaboration, and engagement thrive. Thank you for helping to make this vision a reality!
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
240 students impacted
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