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

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Bright Minds, Brighter Futures: Unlocking Potential with a Promethean Board

Help me give my students an interactive learning experience to help them engage and actively learn!

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At our school, we are committed to nurturing every student's potential, particularly as we navigate the challenges of being a Title I school where 80% of our students are from low-income families. To enhance our educational environment, we seek support for our project, "Bright Minds, Brighter Futures," aimed at integrating a transformative tool: the Promethean Board.

This state-of-the-art interactive smart board is designed to revolutionize both teaching methods and students' learning experiences by making lessons visually engaging and highly interactive.

Our students have voiced that this technology would greatly enhance their learning. They foresee a more interactive classroom where even those seated at the back can clearly see and participate. The board's dynamic capabilities are expected to make classes more enjoyable and content more accessible, particularly benefiting visual learners and fostering a collaborative atmosphere for problem-solving.

Our goal is to leverage the Promethean Board to accommodate various learning styles, thereby boosting engagement and understanding across our diverse student body. This project is not just about keeping pace with technology but about transforming it into a powerful educational ally that promotes inclusiveness and effectiveness in learning.

The students at our school demonstrate remarkable resilience and camaraderie. They deserve the best resources we can provide—resources that prepare them for future challenges and inspire them to reach their full potential. With your support, we can equip our classroom with this essential technology, opening up new ways for our students to explore, engage, and excel.

We invite you to join us in making a significant impact on their educational journey and future opportunities. Your support can ignite transformative changes, empowering our students to achieve great heights.

Mrs. Sessa
Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Promethean Mobile Adjustable Stand System, 70 Inches • School Specialty $1,688.21 1 $1,688.21

Materials cost

$1,688.21

Vendor shipping charges

 $506.46

Sales tax

 $154.47

3rd party payment processing fee

$25.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,404.46

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$424.32

Total project goal

$2,828.78

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 $2,828.78

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