Calm Minds, Bright Futures: Learning Tools for Exceptional Students
Help me give my students tan iPad Pro they need to succeed to make learning engaging, accessible, and meaningful for every child in my classroom.
$1,297 goal
This project expired on September 13, 2025.
This project expired on September 13, 2025.
My Project
I teach an amazing group of students with autism and specific learning disabilities (SLD) in a small, under-resourced town. Each student has unique learning needs—some need quiet spaces, others require sensory tools to stay focused, and many thrive through hands-on, interactive lessons.
Unfortunately, our classroom is missing the essential tools that could make a real difference.
One resource that would be incredibly valuable is the Apple 11-inch iPad Pro.
This isn’t just about having a device—it’s about giving students access to technology that helps them communicate, stay engaged, manage their emotions, and succeed academically. For students who often feel left behind, having the right tools like and iPad, can open up new opportunities and make learning accessible.
Your support can help create a classroom that meets every student’s needs, encourages their growth, and reminds them that they are capable of incredible success. With your help, we can build a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where every child has a chance to shine.
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
Never Before Funded15 students impacted
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