"My fourth grade GATE students are in desperate need of computer technology that is able to access the Internet and download software. Funding is so scarce this year, with major budget cuts to education, and with the economy, my students' parents are struggling to just get by. My heart sank when I ...
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"My fourth grade GATE students are in desperate need of computer technology that is able to access the Internet and download software. Funding is so scarce this year, with major budget cuts to education, and with the economy, my students' parents are struggling to just get by. My heart sank when I walked into my new classroom...against the wall were, undoubtedly, the oldest computers I had ever seen in a classroom. My next thought was, "You have got to be kidding me! These computers will never work for what I have planned for my kids!" Come to find out, they don't even really work at all. We are in great need of three computers for our classroom. With my personal laptop and one laptop assigned to the GATE classroom, that will give my class of 26 students access to five computers. This year, the technology component in my class is going into overdrive-we are going INTERACTIVE!! We just need the computers to help us integrate all of the components and allow for a decent student to computer ratio. Donors, this is your chance to help my students take a giant leap into the Technological Age. The goal is for my students to end the school year as tech-savvy, computer literate geniuses. No My Space or Twitter stuff here-I'm talking storm tracking with the National Hurricane Center, following NASA research teams as they conduct tests in remote field locations to develop the concepts and technologies that will be needed to travel to and from the moon and sustain a human presence there, and to collaborate on projects with students in other countries. We will only be able to do this(and so much more)with your generosity and help.
My students need 2 Toshiba Widescreen Netbook Computers and a HP Pavilion Desktop Computer.
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Mrs. T. sent this note after the project was fully funded:
Dec 8, 2009
Dear HP, David, Yana, Ray and Rebecca,
Through your kindness and amazing generosity, you have just made 27 fourth graders and their teacher so unbelievably happy! Technology has the ability to open up a vast world of learning, and I can tell you that my students are eager to explore this world. Through your donations, you have provided them with the means to access so much information and knowledge, to research and find answers to their wonderful, endless questions, and to participate in projects that are only available through computer technology. We truly appreciate your gift to our classroom and thank you for recognizing the value and positive educational impact that technology can have on students. You have opened up endless learning opportunities to my students and for that I am very grateful. With gratitude,
Mrs. T.
Photos coming soon!
Region:
California (South)
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Submitted:
Aug 06, 2009
| Expires:
Jan 12, 2010
Additional Details
Level:
Grades 3-5
Teacher's funded projects:
5
Thank-you punctuality:
100%
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Stephanie M. (volunteer)
on Aug 11, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested technology and posted this project.
John C. (associate)
on Aug 12, 2009
"I am donating in honour of my Dad, a retired chemist. Happy birthday, Dad!"
Sarah
from Ottawa ON Canada, NY
gave
in honor of Ray from Almonte, ON, Canada K0A1A0, NY
in support of Bet Red: Tomato Nation Contest '09
on Nov 24, 2009
"Corporate match allows more projects like this - enjoy the equipment"
"HP gave to this project because we aim to enrich the quality of life for people and communities through innovation,education and empowerment as a force for positive and lasting change. "
HP
from California
gave
on Dec 8, 2009
Project fully funded!
Happy news
on Dec 8, 2009
"THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!"
The teacher Mrs. T.
on Dec 8, 2009
"My students are going to literally jump for joy!! Thank you Donors!!! We are so grateful and appreciate your generosity!!"
The teacher Mrs. T.
on Dec 8, 2009
The teacher Mrs. T.
on Dec 8, 2009
Purchased the technology for Mrs. T.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jenni D. (staff member)
on Jan 3, 2010
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