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Mr. Gonsalves from Kapaa, HI is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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iPads to Make Learning Literacy More Fun

Help me give my students 3 new iPads with cases to help develop their literacy skills.

  • $1,385 goal

This project expired on October 17, 2025.

This project expired on October 17, 2025.

My Project

As a 9th grade English Language Arts teacher, I am always looking for new ways to make learning more engaging and effective for my students. I am writing to request funding for three new iPads for our classroom. These devices would have a powerful impact on how my students interact with literacy, allowing them to learn in ways that feel both fun and meaningful.

With the addition of iPads, students will be able to work in small groups using educational apps and games designed to build vocabulary, improve spelling, and strengthen communication skills.

These interactive tools will allow students to take ownership of their learning and support one another as they explore language in dynamic and creative ways.

Rather than relying solely on traditional methods, the iPads will make our classroom a more exciting and collaborative space. My goal is to help students not only improve their literacy skills, but also to enjoy the process. I truly believe that these iPads will help create an environment where students are more motivated, confident, and enthusiastic about reading and writing.

Thank you for considering this request to support our classroom and our learners.

Mr. Gonsalves Kapaa 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.

Kapaa, HI View local requests

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

150 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 11-inch iPad A16 chip with Wi-Fi - 128GB - Blue • Best Buy Education $349.00 1 $349.00
Apple - 11-inch iPad A16 chip with Wi-Fi - 128GB - Yellow • Best Buy Education $349.00 1 $349.00
Apple - 11-inch iPad A16 chip with Wi-Fi - 128GB - Pink • Best Buy Education $349.00 1 $349.00
ProCase for iPad (A16) 11th Generation 11 Inch 2025/ iPad 10th Generation 10.9 Inch 2022 Case, Slim Smart Cover with Translucent Hard Shell Back, Supports Touch ID, Auto Wake/Sleep -Purple • Amazon Business $15.95 1 $15.95
ProCase for iPad (A16) 11th Generation 11 Inch 2025/ iPad 10th Generation 10.9 Inch 2022 Case, Slim Smart Cover with Translucent Hard Shell Back, Supports Touch ID, Auto Wake/Sleep -Orange • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
ProCase for iPad (A16) 11th Generation 11 Inch 2025/ iPad 10th Generation 10.9 Inch 2022 Case, Slim Smart Cover with Translucent Hard Shell Back, Supports Touch ID, Auto Wake/Sleep -Black • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89

Materials cost

$1,082.79

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$47.64

3rd party payment processing fee

$16.24

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,176.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$207.65

Total project goal

$1,384.32

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