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Ms. Ramirez from Chicago, IL is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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iPad Mini But Big Learning

Help me give my students an iPad mini to work on digital projects!

  • $632 goal

This project expired on July 16, 2025.

This project expired on July 16, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

My students are curious, determined, and eager to engage with the world around them. They come from diverse backgrounds, each bringing unique perspectives to our classroom. Despite any challenges they face, they show up ready to learn, grow, and make a difference.

An iPad Mini would be a game-changer for their learning experience.

It will allow students to engage with interactive civics activities, evaluate sources more effectively, and practice ACT-aligned assessments in a way that’s dynamic and accessible. By incorporating digital tools, I can provide real-time feedback, enhance accessibility for all learners, and foster critical thinking skills—especially in analyzing public policy and current events.

My goal for this project is to create a more engaging, personalized learning experience that meets students where they are. Whether it’s using the iPad for research, collaborating on projects, or exploring simulations of government processes, this resource will bridge the gap between theory and real-world application.

What makes my students special is their resilience, enthusiasm, and drive to understand the world and their role in shaping it. They are the next generation of voters, leaders, and changemakers. With the right tools, they can develop the skills they need to navigate and influence the world around them.

Thank you for supporting their journey!

Ms. Ramirez Curie Metropolitan High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Chicago, IL View local requests

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

120 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - iPad mini (A17 Pro chip) - Built for Apple Intelligence - Wi-Fi 128GB - Blue • Best Buy Education $499.00 1 $499.00

Materials cost

$499.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$536.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$94.67

Total project goal

$631.15

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