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Ms. Gathings from Memphis, TN is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Math Minds: Bringing Learning to Life!!

Help me give my students an Apple tablet for more engaging lessons during class.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Gathings's classroom raised $453

This project is fully funded

My Project

My. classroom is special because it represents a rich tapestry of cultural diversity, with 60% Black/African American and 40% Hispanic students. This diversity fosters a vibrant learning environment where students can share their unique perspectives, experiences, and traditions. It encourages inclusivity and mutual respect, helping students develop a broader understanding of the world around them.

An Apple tablet can significantly enhance learning for my students by promoting engagement through interactive apps and multimedia resources that make math fun.

It allows for clear presentations of concepts using visual aids, helping students grasp complex ideas more easily. The tablet supports personalized learning, enabling students to progress at their own pace and address individual strengths and weaknesses. It also facilitates collaborative projects, encouraging teamwork and communication skills. With instant feedback from educational applications, students can quickly identify areas for improvement, while the tablet accommodates different learning styles and needs. Furthermore, it prepares students for future academic and career challenges by familiarizing them with essential digital tools. Overall, the tablet can transform my math classroom into a dynamic, interactive environment, leading to improved student outcomes.

By acquiring a tablet, I can model PowerPoint slides more effectively, ensuring that all students can easily read and understand the content. This technology will not only enhance visual clarity but also foster a more interactive and engaging learning environment. Your support in providing this tablet will directly impact my students’ learning experiences and help them grasp complex mathematical concepts with greater ease. Thank you for considering this essential enhancement to our classroom!

Ms. Gathings Wooddale Middle School Grades 6-8

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

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.

Memphis, TN View local requests

More than 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

HBCU Alum 120 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 11-inch iPad A16 chip with Wi-Fi - 128GB - Blue • Best Buy Education $349.00 1 $349.00

Materials cost

$349.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.24

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$384.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.81

Total project goal

$452.05

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$452.05

1 Donor

-$226.02

Donations toward project cost

-$192.12

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.90

match offer

-$226.02

Match offer toward project cost

-$192.12

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.90

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$0.00

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