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Ms. Cuizon from Port Arthur, TX is requesting professional development through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Professional development

Empower Success

I need a laptop to be proficient and effective educator.

  • $929 goal

This project expired on May 3, 2025.

This project expired on May 3, 2025.

My Project

As I continue on my professional development journey, I envision myself growing into a more effective, innovative, and compassionate educator. Here's a glimpse into my future growth and how it will benefit my students

1.

*Enhanced Instructional Skills*: I plan to refine my teaching methods by incorporating cutting-edge technologies, project-based learning, and culturally responsive practices. This will enable me to create engaging, interactive, and personalized learning experiences for my students.

2. *Leadership Development*: I aim to take on mentorship roles, participate in professional learning communities, and attend conferences to develop my leadership skills. This will equip me to support my colleagues, contribute to school-wide initiatives, and advocate for my profession.

3. *Specialized Expertise*: I aspire to develop specialized knowledge in areas like educational technology, special education, or English language learner support. This will allow me to provide targeted support to diverse learners and share my expertise with colleagues.

4.*Community Engagement*: I plan to establish partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and community groups to create authentic learning experiences, provide service-learning opportunities, and promote social responsibility among my students.

# Student Benefits

1. *Personalized Learning*: My students will benefit from tailored instruction, technology integration, and project-based learning, which will cater to their diverse learning needs and interests.

2. *Increased Engagement*: By incorporating real-world applications, community involvement, and student-centered approaches, I aim to boost student motivation, enthusiasm, and sense of purpose.

3. *Preparation for Future Success*: Through my professional growth, I will equip my students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset necessary to thrive in an ever-changing world, pursue their passions, and make a positive impact in their communities.

By pursuing my professional development goals, I am committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and challenging learning environment that empowers my students to grow, succeed, and make a difference.

Ms. Cuizon Tekoa Academy - Port Arthur Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than three‑quarters 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

100 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Microsoft - Surface Laptop Go 3 - 12.4" Touch-Screen - Intel Core i5 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD (Latest Model) - Sandstone • Best Buy Education $748.38 1 $748.38

Materials cost

$748.38

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 FREE

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 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.23

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$789.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$139.34

Total project goal

$928.95

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