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Ms. Kerrigan from Chatsworth, CA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Upgrade Device: Stay Ahead in the Tech-Driven World of Education

Help me give my students the best tool available to augment my ability to provide students with creativity and thought provoking assignments. The MacBook Pro Mac M4 laptop will provide me with the modality for this to happen!

  • $3,810 goal

This project expired on April 12, 2025.

This project expired on April 12, 2025.

My Project

I am writing to respectfully request funding for a Pro Mac M4 Laptop to support and enhance the learning experiences of my elementary school students at Chatsworth Park Urban Planning Magnet School. As an educator at a " Project Based Learning" campus, I am deeply committed to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and technological literacy. I strive to incorporate modern tools and resources into my teaching practices.

With the integration of technology playing an increasing vital role in education, having access to a reliable and versatile device like a MacBook will enable me to :

1. Create Engaging Digital Lessons: Utilize multimedia tools to design

interactive lessons that align with diverse learning styles and needs.

2. Streamline Classroom Management: Organize, assess, and provide

timely feedback on assignments through digital platforms.

3. Facilitate Students Collaboration: Foster teamwork and innovation by

guiding students in projects using educational apps and software.

4. Expand Professional Development: Access cutting-edge teaching

resources and participate in virtual training to stay updated with the

latest instructional strategies.

Currently, the peripherals I now possess limit the research, graphics, and flexibility of creating projects that maximize my students' interests and capabilities. By incorporating a MacBook into my classroom, I can over come these limitations and provide my students with the enriched technology-driven education they deserve.

If awarded, this grant would significantly impact my ability to create an inclusive and dynamic learning environment.

Thank you for considering my request, your continuous support in this rapidly evolving world of technology is greatly appreciated.

Ms. Kerrigan Chatsworth 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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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

24 students impacted

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - MacBook Pro 16-inch Apple M4 Pro chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 48GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Silver • Best Buy Education $2,899.00 1 $2,899.00

Materials cost

$2,899.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $265.26

3rd party payment processing fee

$43.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$3,237.74

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$571.37

Total project goal

$3,809.11

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