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Mrs. Ogboe from Arverne, NY is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Technology: The Gift, The Bridge to Education and Equality

Help me give my students the gift of four IPads.

  • $1,942 goal

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My Students

I teach k-5 & 8th grade. Each class has a minimum of 20-30 students dependent on the grade level. Many come from challenging home environments and have limited resources at home. I have English language learners, students with special needs, and students who live in homeless shelters. My students are a diverse group of learners in every possible way; culturally, academically and technologically. Each student brings a sense of awe and inspiration into the learning environment. Even though many of them do not have basic supplies to use at home, one thing they do have in common is their love of science. They are so inquisitive and excited about science and will not stop until they figure out a problem or learn something new. You see the focus on their faces, and hear the "wows" when they are investigating and collaborating in groups. The conversations are rich in discussion and they listen to each others ideas; true teamwork. They are naturally scientists at heart. Therefore, I can only Imagine what having access to technology and real time information will help them discover.

My Project

The materials my students need is the gift of technology. They need a minimum of (4) iPads to learn to compete in the real world and become comfortable using technology. In our science classroom we have two (2) desktop computers that do not work. So, I use my children's two Dell laptop and my Promethean board so that the students can take turns researching projects. All investigative activities are done as a whole class because the Dell laptops do not have the capability to run simulations.

With the addition of the new iPads it will make a difference in the students' learning.

Groups can consist of 2-3 students instead of 5 or more. Students will be actively involved in the learning process while using the technology. Students will be able to utilize the simulations, research in pairs, complete digital assignments, and collect video data when we attend field trips. Direct experience with technology in the classroom will definitely help me to differentiate instructions. Students' varied learning styles can then be addressed. We all know that students do not learn or synthesize information at the same time or level. With additional technology in the classroom, I will be able to help bridge that gap. Thank you for supporting the gift of technology.

Mrs. Ogboe PS/MS 42 R Vernam Grades 3-5

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.

More about Mrs. Ogboe

Arverne, NY View local requests

Nearly all 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

100 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 10.2-Inch iPad (Latest Model) with Wi-Fi - 32GB - Space Gray • Best Buy Education $330.00 4 $1,320.00
AppleCare+ for iPad Orig & Mini - 2-year plan • Best Buy Education $69.00 4 $276.00

Materials cost

$1,596.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$23.94

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,649.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$291.17

Total project goal

$1,941.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,941.11

2 Donors

-$1,941.11

Donations toward project cost

-$1,649.94

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$291.17

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