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Ms. Suastegui from Los Angeles, CA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Maximizing Student Potential With Technology Integration

Help me give my students access to technology and online resources through a laptop.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Suastegui's classroom raised $1,812

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 Project

The specific item I am requesting—a computer for our classroom—will make a significant difference in student learning by providing personalized, engaging, and technologically enriched educational experiences. With this computer, students will have access to adaptive learning software that customizes instruction based on their individual needs, enabling each student to progress at their own pace and ensuring that no one is left behind.

My goals for this project are to enhance student engagement, improve academic performance, and develop critical digital literacy skills that are essential in the 21st century.

The computer will serve as a gateway to diverse educational resources, interactive simulations, and multimedia content, making learning more dynamic and effective. Immediate feedback through online assessments will help students quickly identify and address their learning gaps, fostering a more efficient learning process. Moreover, the computer will facilitate collaboration and communication among students, preparing them for the collaborative nature of modern workplaces. What makes my students special is their eagerness to learn and their adaptability to new challenges. They come from diverse backgrounds, each bringing unique perspectives and experiences to the classroom. By providing them with a computer, we can harness their enthusiasm and potential, equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed academically and in their future careers. This project is not just about integrating technology; it is about creating a more inclusive, engaging, and future-ready learning environment that will empower my students to achieve their highest potential.

Ms. Suastegui Grape Street Elementary School 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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Nearly all 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

25 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Samsung - Galaxy Book4 360 2-in-1 15.6" FHD AMOLED Touch Screen Laptop - Intel Core 7 - 16GB Memory -512GB SSD - Gray • Best Buy Education $1,364.51 1 $1,364.51

Materials cost

$1,364.51

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $124.85

3rd party payment processing fee

$20.47

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,539.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$271.73

Total project goal

$1,811.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,811.56

1 Donor

-$905.77

Donations toward project cost

-$769.91

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$135.86

match offer

-$905.79

Match offer toward project cost

-$769.92

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$135.87

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 $0.00

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