We are a community of fourth graders, within the School District of Philadelphia, who are very eager to learn.
Our classroom consists of 32 students, a few of which receive special education services, as well as students who are struggling, English-speaking learners.
Being an urban school setting, 100% of our students receive free or reduced-price lunches which means many of my students do not have the resources or tools at home to help reinforce their learning.
Research shows that people remember 20% of what they hear, 30% of what they see, and 50% of what they hear AND see. Being able to properly utilize the SmartBoard and projector in my classroom, will allow my ESL students to see and listen to topics from a wider and deeper angle.
My Project
We are very fortunate to have a SmartBoard and projector in our classroom. However, we are in desperate need of the adaptor ports which allows us to properly use the board. My ESL students heavily rely on this board as it allows me the opportunity to project visual aids, which helps enhance learning. These visuals allow my students to connect with the lessons by helping with the inclusion process, specifically those with language barriers. No two learners are alike. Using this technology is an effective tool in reaching the diverse learners in my class. It serves as an interactive and motivational tool of learning that allows my ESL students to become more engaged in their learning process. Instruction comes alive by making abstract concepts more concrete.
Visual aids bring the outside world into the classroom, and therefore allow my ESL students to make more of a connection with the content being presented to them.
None of this is possible without the adaptor and external drive we need to properly run our SmartBoard. A pencil sharpener is a must in every classroom so that all students are properly prepared and engaged in each lesson. Wash tape is a great tool for ESL students, as it allows them to color code their notebooks and notes. The materials we are requesting are needed for our ESL students. These materials will help provide interest and motivate my students while increasing retention of information and learning.
Nearly all 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
VersionTech USB External DVD CD Drive Burner Superdrive for Apple Mac Macbook Pro/ Air iMac Laptop, Retail Package
• Amazon Business
$29.99
1
$29.99
Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter MB572Z/B
• Amazon Business
$29.00
1
$29.00
X-ACTO SchoolPro Classroom Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy Duty, Blue/Grey
• Amazon Business
$21.94
1
$21.94
Washi Masking Tape Set of 36 Rolls, Decorative Masking Tape Collection, Colorful Tape Decorate for DIY Crafts, Festival Gift Wrapping ,Office Party Supplies, Christmas, Lamp, Cards, Scrapbook
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
Lacdo Waterproof External USB CD DVD Writer Blu-Ray Protective Storage Carrying Case Bag for Apple MD564ZM/A SuperDrive, Apple Magic Trackpad, SAMSUNG / LG / Dell / ASUS / External DVD Drives, Gary
• Amazon Business
$8.69
1
$8.69
Materials cost
$104.61
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.57
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$136.18
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$24.03
Total project goal
$160.21
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$160.21
3 Donors
-$77.46
Donations toward project cost
-$70.34
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$7.12
match offer
-$77.46
Match offer toward project cost
-$65.84
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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