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Mrs. Chen from San Jose, CA is requesting technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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iPads for Independent Learning

My students need iPads with cases to improve research skills and extend their learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Chen's classroom raised $1,806

This project is fully funded

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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 Students

My students love to explore and learn beyond text books and teacher guided instructions. Unfortunately, they have limited access to technology in their homes and at school. I would love to see my students grow as researchers and independent learners that today's modern technology can provide.

My students are third graders in East San Jose.

They eagerly wait by my door every morning to get help on homework and use one of two available computers to finish projects. They have an amazing thirst for knowledge even though many come from homes with limited resources. Our school has a population that qualifies for 100% free and reduced lunch program. Despite the fact that the majority of our students are 2nd language learners our school is a California Distinguished School. Also, we were selected by Price Waterhouse Coopers (PWC) for School Beautification this year.

My Project

My students will be able to use the iPads to complete research projects, take quizzes on their leveled books, and also work on leveled activities in language arts and math during centers. These iPads will allow students to enhance their skills and provide for individualized learning experiences.

Having the 2 extra iPads in my classroom will provide my students more access to using technology for research, collaboration, communication, and creativity.

As a result, they will gain the skills needed to become leaders in their communities.

Mrs. Chen Russo - McEntee Academy Grades 3-5

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.

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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

21 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple� - iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 64GB - Space Gray/Black • Best Buy Education $599.99 2 $1,199.98
Griffin Technology - Survivor Slim Case for Apple� iPad� Air - Black • Best Buy Education $79.99 2 $159.98

Materials cost

$1,359.96

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$124.44

3rd party payment processing fee

$20.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,534.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$270.85

Total project goal

$1,805.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,805.65

1 Donor

-$1,805.65

Donations toward project cost

-$1,534.80

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$270.85

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$0.00

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