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Mrs. Nelson from Chapel Hill, NC is requesting technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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We Need Mice (computer mice, that is!)

My students need 25 computer mice to assist in using laptop computers.

  • $376 goal

This project expired on August 29, 2008.

This project expired on August 29, 2008.

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Mrs. Nelson Mel & Zora Rashkis Elementary School
Chapel Hill, NC Grades 3-5

Most people do not want mice in their school; however, my students need mice - computer mice, that is! I have had the opportunity to teach for the past 12 years. For the past ten years, I have taught third grade. My class size has ranged from 20-28 students each year. As an elementary school teacher, I teach all subject areas-math, reading, writing, word study, science, social studies, health, and computer skills.

Integrating technology into the different subject areas increases student engagement as well as better prepares students for the 21st century. My school is very fortunate to have a mobile laptop lab for students to use. My students publish stories during writer's workshop, complete science or social studies web quests, research topics using the internet, post blogs, create wikis, and practice math skills on math related websites. Since we have a laptop lab, all my students can be engaged in these activities at the same time! However, most third graders have limited computer skills, especially with laptop computers. The pad on the laptop that allows students to control the cursor is very awkward and not user-friendly for third graders. They often become frustrated and discouraged from using the computers because the pad is difficult to use.

I am requesting 25 computer mice to assist my students in using our school's laptop lab. The mice can easily plug into the laptop's USB port. Students can more easily and independently type, research topics, and practice needed technology skills to enhance their education.

Your help will ensure that my students will be able to focus on learning as well as develop their technology skills.

Half of students from low‑income households

100 students impacted
Mrs. Nelson Mel & Zora Rashkis Elementary School Grades 3-5 Chapel Hill, NC View local requests

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

100 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Logitech Optical Wheel Mouse SBF-96 • CDW Inc. $9.97 25 $249.25

Materials cost

$249.25

Vendor shipping charges

 $24.93

Sales tax

 $10.59

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.23

Fulfillment labor & materials

$17.00

Total project cost

$308.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.61

Total project goal

$375.61

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