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Ms. Samano from San Jose, CA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Us Improve Our Math Fluency!

Help me give my students a high-quality math instruction they need to enhance their mathematical fluency.

  • $1,006 goal

This project expired on September 11, 2025.

This project expired on September 11, 2025.

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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

As students tackle math problems, having a timer in view can be a game-changer. It encourages them to manage their time wisely, fostering both confidence and fluency in time-sensitive tasks.

An iPad would be a transformative addition, enabling me to project math problems dynamically and monitor student progress seamlessly.

Its mobility allows me to engage with students throughout the room, rather than being anchored to one spot, thereby boosting interaction and participation. The iPad is also perfect for documenting and analyzing student performance, helping me identify those who might need extra help.

To accommodate students who may miss class or have varying needs, I propose the use of individual timers. These timers will ensure that each student receives the appropriate amount of time to complete their tasks. Given that learning can often be stressful and overwhelming, a personal timer can significantly alleviate test anxiety, allowing students to perform to the best of their abilities.

With these resources, we can enhance fluency, bolster confidence, and make math an enjoyable adventure every day!

Ms. Samano Washington Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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.

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More than three‑quarters 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

25 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 11-inch iPad Air M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence Wi-Fi 128GB - Purple • Best Buy Education $599.00 1 $599.00
Apple Pencil - stylus for tablet - USB-C • Best Buy Education $79.00 1 $79.00
Lakeshore Giant Classroom Timer • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
6 Pack Multi-Function Electronic Timer - Magnetic Digital Timers Big LCD Display The Loud/Silent Switch Countdown Timer Extensively Use in Break Time, Cooking,Gym, Meeting, Classroom • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$742.98

Vendor shipping charges

$2.50

Sales tax

$67.98

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.14

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$854.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$150.81

Total project goal

$1,005.41

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