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Mrs. Young from Springdale AR is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Creative Minds: the Impact of iPads in STEM/STEAM Education

Help me give my students an iPad and apple pencil to help them create in our STEM/STEAM class!

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  • $284 still needed

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In our STEM/STEAM class, students are enthusiastically using iPads, thanks to generous donations. Initially used for sparking imagination with stories and animations, these iPads have become essential tools for various design projects, including product creation, fashion design, and blending art with technology. We're witnessing firsthand how these projects ignite creativity and passion in our students.

As our class grows and more students embrace these creative challenges, we need additional iPads to sustain this innovative learning environment.

At the core of our philosophy is the belief that creative thinking and critical thinking are as important as traditional subjects like math and reading. We emphasize problem-solving, experimentation, and turning ideas into real-world products.

By providing more iPads and Apple Pencils, we're fostering a culture of design thinking. Through this process, students become confident problem solvers, explore new creative avenues, and learn resilience in the face of setbacks.

This immersive experience equips our students with invaluable skills extending beyond academics. They emerge as makers, inventors, and creators, documenting their progress in personal portfolios that showcase their journey of learning and growth. Through reflection, they gain a deeper understanding of their development and learn the importance of perseverance and continual improvement.

We're excited about the opportunities ahead for our students and grateful for your support as we empower them on this journey.

Mrs. Young
Grades 6-8

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 10.9-Inch iPad Air - Latest Model - (5th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 64GB - Space Gray • Best Buy Education $599.99 1 $599.99
Apple - Pencil (2nd Generation) - White • Best Buy Education $129.00 1 $129.00

Materials cost

$728.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $60.14

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$830.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$146.48

Total project goal

$976.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $976.54

2 Donors

-$320.00

Donations toward project cost

-$317.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.00

Young Sheldon on CBS match offer

-$320.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$272.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$48.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$52.94

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $283.60

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