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Mrs. Ortega from Miami, FL is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Laptops Ready to Go!

Help me give my students a charging and storage cart for laptops, which plays a crucial role in maintaining an organized, efficient learning environment.

  • $530 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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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

A charging and storage cart for student laptops plays a crucial role in maintaining an organized and efficient learning environment. This versatile cart serves multiple purposes, contributing to the seamless functioning of a classroom or educational institution:

The cart provides a designated and centralized space for storing Chromebooks when not in use.

Individual slots or compartments in the cart ensure each device has its assigned place, making it easy for students and teachers to quickly locate their laptops.

A charging cart ensures that laptops are consistently charged and ready for use, eliminating disruptions caused by devices running out of battery during class. The cart features a built-in power management system, allowing simultaneous charging of multiple devices without overloading electrical circuits.

Additionally, the cart is equipped with locking mechanisms to provide a secure environment for storing devices, preventing theft or unauthorized access to laptops when not in use. The cart also includes organized cable management systems to prevent tangling and ensure charging cables remain undamaged, contributing to the longevity of both devices and the charging infrastructure.

Having this cart would streamline the distribution and collection process of laptops at the beginning and end of each class, saving valuable instructional time. It would also facilitate monitoring and maintenance, making it easier to promptly identify and address any technical issues.

This cart promotes proper storage and charging practices, contributing to the overall lifespan of laptops, and reducing the need for frequent repairs.

Mrs. Ortega Tropical Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Mrs. Ortega

Miami, FL 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

30 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Pearington 30 Device Mobile Charging/Storage Cart for iPads, Tablets, Laptop, and Chromebook, Up to 13-inch Screen Size, Classroom Locking Charging Station • Amazon Business $413.99 1 $413.99

Materials cost

$413.99

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.21

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$450.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$79.45

Total project goal

$529.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$529.65

2 Donors

-$529.65

Donations toward project cost

-$450.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$79.45

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$0.00

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