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Mr. Montoya from McAllen, TX is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empower Our AP Scholars with an Interactive Smartboard!

Help me give my students an interactive whiteboard to prepare for their AP exams!

  • $2,386 goal

This project expired on July 30, 2025.

This project expired on July 30, 2025.

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

The digital whiteboard will significantly enhance the learning experience for my AP students by providing an engaging and interactive platform. The advanced drawing features, including 2,048 points of pressure and minimal latency, will allow students to illustrate complex concepts visually, enabling them to grasp difficult topics more effectively. The ability to use pen and brush modes will encourage creativity and facilitate collaborative learning, allowing students to work together on problem-solving activities in real time. Moreover, the versatile connectivity options will enable seamless integration with various educational tools and applications, enhancing the overall learning experience.

This interactive whiteboard will enhance student engagement and participation during lessons, especially in preparation for AP exams, and foster collaboration among students through interactive group activities and discussions.

We will be able to utilize the MimioConnect Blended Learning Platform to provide diverse learning resources and support personalized learning pathways. This will improve students' understanding of complex topics through visual representations and interactive elements. Ultimately, this tool will help my students achieve high scores on their AP exams by providing them with the resources and support they need to succeed.

My students are a diverse group of motivated learners who are eager to excel in their academic pursuits. Many of my students have been in local, regional, and state recognitions for their contributions in sports, music, theatre, and academics. They demonstrate a strong commitment to their education and a passion for learning. Many of them are balancing rigorous coursework with extracurricular activities and work, showcasing their dedication and time management skills. Their unique perspectives and collaborative spirit create a rich learning environment where ideas are shared and innovation thrives.

Mr. Montoya McAllen High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Nearly all 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 Funded 203 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Samsung Advanced Digital Whiteboard WM85B WMB Series - 85 LED-backlit LCD • CDW-G $1,968.11 1 $1,968.11

Materials cost

$1,968.11

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$29.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,027.63

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$357.82

Total project goal

$2,385.45

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