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Mrs. Flores from Los Angeles, CA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Unlock the Future: Help My Students Learn to Code!

Help me give my students the opportunity to learn coding and develop digital skills with a MacBook."

  • $1,727 goal

This project expired on May 6, 2025.

This project expired on May 6, 2025.

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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

In today's digital world, coding is an essential skill for students, and I am committed to helping my students become creators, not just consumers, of technology. However, my classroom currently lacks the necessary resources to teach coding effectively and provide students with hands-on experience in programming.

That’s why I am requesting a MacBook to support coding education in my classroom.

With this MacBook, my students will be able to:

-Learn to code using industry-standard software and applications like Xcode, Swift Playgrounds, and Scratch.

-Develop problem-solving and logical thinking skills through interactive coding projects and challenges.

-Build real-world applications, giving students a sense of achievement and confidence as they create projects from scratch.

-Prepare for future careers in fields like software development, game design, and computer science, opening doors to endless opportunities.

A MacBook is the perfect tool for coding instruction because of its reliability, powerful performance, and compatibility with key coding programs that inspire students to think critically and innovate. With this technology, my students will have the chance to work on cutting-edge projects that will set them up for future success in an increasingly digital world.

Your generous donation will directly impact my students' learning by providing them with the tools they need to thrive in coding and beyond. Thank you for considering this project and for investing in the future of our young learners.

Mrs. Flores South Park Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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

30 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - MacBook Air 13-inch Laptop - M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Midnight • Best Buy Education $1,299.00 1 $1,299.00

Materials cost

$1,299.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $118.86

3rd party payment processing fee

$19.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,467.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$258.94

Total project goal

$1,726.28

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