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Mrs. Olimski from Sparks, NV is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Enhancing Learning with Color & Technology for Special Education

Help me give my students a color printer and an iPad to create engaging, accessible learning materials, support communication needs, and enhance independence for students with disabilities in my self-contained special education classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Olimski's classroom raised $985

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students are incredible learners with diverse abilities, strengths, and challenges. They are in a self-contained special education classroom, where we focus on building essential academic, communication, and life skills to support their independence. Many of my students have disabilities that impact their ability to read, write, or verbally communicate, so providing engaging, accessible materials is key to their success.

A color printer will allow me to create visual schedules, communication boards, and interactive learning materials tailored to my students’ individual needs.

Color-coded resources make a significant difference in comprehension, helping students with disabilities process information more effectively. Additionally, having printed visuals readily available will support students who rely on picture-based communication.

An iPad will open doors for students who struggle with traditional learning methods. It will provide access to assistive technology, such as speech-generating apps, interactive math tools, and engaging literacy programs. For my nonverbal and minimally verbal students, an iPad can serve as a voice, allowing them to express their wants, needs, and thoughts more independently. It will also offer opportunities for differentiated instruction, helping each student learn in a way that best suits them.

My goal for this project is to create a more inclusive, engaging, and accessible learning environment where all students can thrive. These tools will empower my students to communicate, develop academic skills, and gain confidence in their abilities. Your support will make a lasting impact on their education and future independence!

Mrs. Olimski Edward C Reed High School Grades 9-12

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Sparks, NV 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP Smart Tank 7602 Wireless All-in-One Ink Tank Printer with 2 years of ink included,Print, scan, copy, fax, Best-for-home, Refillable ink tank (28B98A) • Amazon Business $445.49 1 $445.49
Apple - 10.9-Inch iPad - Latest Model - (10th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 64GB - Pink • Best Buy Education $349.00 1 $349.00

Materials cost

$794.49

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$836.41

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$147.60

Total project goal

$984.01

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $984.01

1 Donor

-$984.01

Donations toward project cost

-$836.41

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$147.60

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 $0.00

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