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Although teachers in our local private schools have access to online libraries, Power Point, homework websites, and email communication with families, teachers at my public school do not. Recently, I attended a school-wide workshop on Internet resources for the classroom. But, without a laptop computer, I cannot take advantage of these. While most of my students' families prefer email communication, they are disappointed to learn that I do not have a laptop to facilitate reaching them after work hours.

A laptop will enable me to use the incredible primary source websites now available on the Internet. I will be able to reach parents by email on a daily basis, and maintain a homework help website. And, when necessary, I'll be able to enhance lessons with visual aids--including online "tours" when we're studying ancient Egypt or China, and live web-talks from experts in Washington, D.C.

A computer is not a replacement for the meat of language arts and social studies learning: reading, analyzing, discussing, writing, re-writing, and hopefully even discovering the power and importance of a great book. But your donation of one laptop will certainly make it possible for me to be a more successful teacher in this high tech world. And that will translate into many engaged, more successful students.

My students need 1 notebook computer. The cost of this proposal is $1,170, which includes shipping for any materials requested and fulfillment ."