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Professional development

Funding for National Board Certification to Support Student Learning

I need to complete my National Board Teacher Certification to become the best educator I can be for my students.

  • $1,965 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

As I embark on my journey towards achieving my National Board Certification, it has become evident that a Mac computer is essential for this endeavor. The advanced features and user-friendly interface of a Mac will significantly enhance my ability to complete the rigorous requirements of this certification, such as being able to complete the component that requires me to video my lesson.

Firstly, the seamless integration between hardware and software in a Mac allows efficient multitasking.

This is crucial as I will work on multiple projects simultaneously, including video recordings and data analysis.

Additionally, the superior graphics and processing power of a Mac will enable me to create visually appealing presentations and analyze complex data sets with ease. The high-resolution display ensures vividly represents every detail, enhancing my learning experience and presentation quality.

Furthermore, the reliability and security provided by a Mac are unparalleled. With regular updates and built-in security features, I can focus on my certification without worrying about potential cyber threats or system crashes.

Moreover, the extensive range of educational apps available exclusively on macOS will provide me with valuable resources to enhance my teaching skills. These apps offer interactive lessons, virtual simulations, and collaborative platforms that foster creativity and engagement in the classroom.

In conclusion, investing in a Mac computer for my National Board Certification is justified and necessary. Its advanced features, user-friendly interface, superior graphics capabilities, reliability, security measures, and access to educational apps make it an indispensable tool for success in this challenging endeavor.

Ms. Patrice M. Mitchell On The Road To National Board Certification West Cabarrus 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.

More about Ms. Patrice M. Mitchell On The Road To National Board Certification

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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

180 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
MacBook Pro 13.3" Laptop - Apple M2 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD (Latest Model) - Space Gray • Best Buy Education $1,499.99 1 $1,499.99

Materials cost

$1,499.99

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$117.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$22.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,669.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$294.62

Total project goal

$1,964.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,964.11

1 Donor

-$1,964.11

Donations toward project cost

-$1,669.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$294.62

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