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Mr. Omadlao from Raton NM is requesting professional development through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Professional Growth

I need the laptop as it is essential for professional development. It gives me access to online courses, resources, and collaborative platforms necessary for learning and skill development.

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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

By integrating laptops into my professional development, I aim to create a more enriched learning environment that not only meets educational standards but also prepares students for a digital-centric world. This approach not only benefits my professional growth but also enhances my ability to foster a more engaging and effective learning experience for my students.

Professional Networking and Development: Through online workshops, webinars, and courses, I can continuously improve my teaching methods and stay updated with the latest educational trends and technologies.

This constant development ensures that I am delivering the best possible education to my students.

Enhanced Research Capabilities: Laptops provide access to a vast array of online resources including journals, e-books, and educational videos. This allows for deeper research, more up-to-date information, and a broader range of study materials that can be incorporated into lesson plans, enhancing the quality and relevance of the content delivered.

Interactive Learning Environments: With laptops, I can create dynamic, interactive lessons that engage students more effectively. Tools like simulations, digital labs, and interactive quizzes can make learning more immersive and cater to different learning styles.

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Never Before Funded Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - MacBook Air 15" Laptop - M2 chip 8GB Memory- 512GB SSD (Latest Model) Space Gray • Best Buy Education $1,499.00 1 $1,499.00

Materials cost

$1,499.00

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 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$22.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,551.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$273.79

Total project goal

$1,825.27

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 $1,825.27

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