Help me give my students the tools to succeed in speech therapy and beyond through electronic games on laptops and by printing engaging materials and their work with a color printer.
In the speech therapy classroom, technology is not just a tool—it's a gateway to progress and engagement for our high school students. As a speech-language pathologist working with middle and high school students, I’ve found that hands-on activities, especially those delivered through interactive games and digital platforms, are key to keeping students engaged and motivated. However, our current setup, which includes only one desktop computer for up to five students, severely limits our ability to involve everyone simultaneously in these crucial activities.
Additionally, our therapy office serves as a safe haven for students during lunch or other classes that might be too overwhelming due to noise or stimulation.
During these times, students often need access to computers to work on class assignments, which are increasingly digital. Unfortunately, the lack of adequate technology hinders their ability to stay on track academically and therapeutically.
To truly support our students' progress, we urgently need additional devices that will allow all students to participate fully in therapy activities. Furthermore, having a color printer is essential for creating engaging materials and enabling students to print their work, which adds a tangible sense of accomplishment and aids in their learning. By equipping our speech therapy office with the necessary technology, we can create an environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive, both in therapy and in their academic pursuits.
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HP - 14" Laptop - Intel Celeron - 4GB Memory - 64GB eMMC - Snowflake White
• Best Buy Education
$180.23
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$720.92
HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e Wireless All-in-One Color Inkjet Printer, Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, ADF, Duplex Printing, Best-for-Home Office, 3 Months of Ink Included (40Q35A)
• Amazon Business
$224.99
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$224.99
Materials cost
$945.91
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$14.19
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$990.10
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$174.72
Total project goal
$1,164.82
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$1,164.82
10 Donors
-$1,010.89
Donations toward project cost
-$883.85
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$127.04
Matching donations from our partners
-$125.00
Match offers toward project cost
-$106.25
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