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Ms. Tiago from Dorchester, MA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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InnovateX: Technology for Students with Autism

Help me give my students the technology to cater to their specific needs.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Tiago's classroom raised $430

This project is fully funded

My Project

Utilizing technology like an iPad for students with autism can significantly enhance their educational experience and prepare them for the future in several ways:

Personalized Learning: iPads can adapt to the individual learning styles and preferences of students with autism, providing customized lessons and activities that cater to their specific needs.

Visual Aids and Supports: Technology offers a wide range of visual aids and supports, such as interactive apps, visual schedules, and social stories, which can help students with autism better understand concepts and navigate social situations.

Communication Tools: Many technology-based communication tools, like speech-generating devices and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) apps, can empower students with autism to express themselves more effectively, improving their communication skills and fostering independence.

Social Skills Development: Virtual reality (VR) simulations and social skills apps provide safe environments for students with autism to practice social interactions and develop essential social skills, such as turn-taking and perspective-taking.

Sensory Integration: Sensory-friendly technology, such as noise-canceling headphones and calming apps, can help students with autism manage sensory sensitivities and regulate their emotions, creating a more conducive learning environment.

Real-world Readiness: By incorporating technology into their education, students with autism gain valuable digital literacy skills that are increasingly essential in today's technologically driven society, enhancing their readiness for higher education and employment opportunities in the future.

Ms. Tiago Ruth Baston Academy 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.

Dorchester, MA 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
Apple - 10.2-Inch iPad (9th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 64GB - Space Gray • Best Buy Education $329.99 1 $329.99

Materials cost

$329.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.95

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$364.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$64.40

Total project goal

$429.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $429.34

1 Donor

-$214.67

Donations toward project cost

-$182.47

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.20

match offer

-$214.67

Match offer toward project cost

-$182.47

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.20

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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