Macbook Pro for Special Education Kiddos: Typing, Writing, and Reading!
Help me give my students in Special ED access to a MacBook for writing with stylus that I provide, to work on hand eye motor control, and typing practice apps.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Grant's classroom raised $1,333
This project is fully funded
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it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
In our diverse, lower-income school district in Washington state, I work as an occupational therapist with special education self-contained classrooms, catering to the unique needs of children with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and various other learning challenges. Many of these exceptional students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and lack access to technology at home. With your generous support, we aim to provide MacBooks specifically tailored to meet the needs of these extraordinary learners, enhancing their educational experience and facilitating their development in crucial areas.
For many of our special education kiddos, access to technology is limited, hindering their ability to engage with educational resources effectively: by introducing MacBooks into our Specia Ed classroom environment, we can bridge this digital gap, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to explore, learn, and grow to their fullest potential, the versatility of MacBooks allows us to tailor activities to suit the unique learning styles and needs of each student, fostering engagement and facilitating progress in areas such as fine motor skills, literacy, and social-emotional learning.
For children with autism and cerebral palsy, the benefits of using MacBooks are particularly significant. Through specialized apps and programs, we can create tailored learning experiences that address the specific challenges faced by these students, empowering them to overcome obstacles and achieve success.
The MacBook will serve as a powerful tool for promoting language and communication skills, fine-tuning motor coordination, and enhancing cognitive abilities. Whether it's practicing typing skills, engaging with interactive stories, or participating in virtual therapy sessions, these devices open up a world of possibilities for our special education kiddos.
Your donation will make a tangible difference in the lives of these exceptional children, providing them with the tools they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
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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