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Ms. Bukhari from New York NY is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Digital Devices to Help Deaf Students Learn and Succeed!

Help me give my students Microsoft-Surface Laptop 5 to help them to work and get success in this digital world.

  • 2 donors
  • $1,055 still needed

expires Aug 02

  • 2 donors
  • $1,055 still needed
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Title:

The Essential Role of Laptops for Paraprofessionals Working with Deaf Students

Plop:

In the modern educational landscape, technology has become an indispensable tool, particularly for professionals working in specialized fields such as education for deaf students.

Essay:

Paraprofessionals play a crucial role in providing support and assistance to deaf students within educational settings. Paraprofessional who works with deaf students requires a laptop for everyday tasks, include working with students, managing administrative duties such as SESIS work, and communication via emails for work-related purposes.

Firstly, it is essential to recognize the diverse needs of deaf students and the unique challenges they face in the classroom. Paraprofessionals serve as vital resources for these students, providing individualized support, facilitating communication, and ensuring access to educational materials. A laptop enables paraprofessionals to access specialized software and resources designed to enhance communication and learning for deaf students.

Secondly, administrative tasks are an integral aspect of a paraprofessional's role in supporting deaf students' educational journey. SESIS (Special Education Student Information System) is a digital platform commonly used in educational settings to manage individualized education programs (IEPs), track student progress, and communicate with other members of the educational team.

Additionally, effective communication is paramount in ensuring the success of deaf students in the educational environment. Furthermore, the use of laptops facilitates the exchange of resources, lesson plans, and instructional materials, fostering collaboration and synergy among educators working towards a common goal of enhancing the educational experience for deaf students.

In conclusion, the integration of technology, specifically laptops, into the daily routines of paraprofessionals working with deaf students is essential for facilitating communication, supporting learning, and managing administrative tasks effectively. By harnessing the power of technology, paraprofessionals can enhance their ability to provide personalized support, create inclusive learning environments, and empower deaf students to achieve academic success.

Ms. Bukhari
Never Before Funded Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Microsoft - Surface Laptop 5 - 13.5 Touch-Screen - Intel Evo Platform Core i5 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD (Latest Model) - Platinum (Alcantara) • Best Buy Education $945.29 1 $945.29

Materials cost

$945.29

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$989.47

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$174.61

Total project goal

$1,164.08

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,164.08

1 Donor

-$110.00

Donations toward project cost

-$93.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$16.50

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 $1,054.08

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