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Mrs. Giles from Denham Spgs., LA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Gee's Techy Class

Help me give my students a more efficient way to model information in the classroom!

  • $850 goal

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

My Project

In today’s digital age, incorporating technology into the classroom is essential for engaging students and enhancing their learning experiences. I am seeking support to acquire an iPad, Apple Pencil, and Apple TV to better model lessons and facilitate interactive learning.

Why This Technology?

iPad:

Versatile Learning Tool: The iPad will serve as a portable device for accessing educational apps, resources, and interactive lessons.

Personalized Learning: It enables me to tailor lessons to meet diverse learning needs, allowing students to explore subjects at their own pace.

Apple Pencil:

Interactive Modeling: The Apple Pencil will allow me to create dynamic lessons, making it easier to illustrate concepts and annotate materials in real-time.

Encouraging Creativity: Students will have the opportunity to use the pencil for drawing, note-taking, and brainstorming, fostering creativity and engagement.

Apple TV:

Seamless Sharing: With Apple TV, I can display content wirelessly from the iPad, facilitating collaborative discussions and interactive presentations.

Engaging Learning Environment: It will allow me to share videos, educational apps, and student projects easily, creating a more vibrant and interactive classroom atmosphere.

Impact on Students:

These tools will not only enhance my teaching but also empower students to take an active role in their learning. By using technology effectively, I can inspire students, promote critical thinking, and prepare them for a technology-driven world.

Your support will help create a more engaging and effective learning environment for my students. Together, we can make a lasting impact on their educational journey!

Mrs. Giles Freshwater 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.

Denham Spgs., LA 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

Never Before Funded 65 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 11-inch iPad A16 chip with Wi-Fi - 128GB - Yellow • Best Buy Education $349.00 1 $349.00
Apple - TV 4K 128GB (3rd generation)(Latest Model) - Wi-Fi + Ethernet - Black • Best Buy Education $149.99 1 $149.99
Apple - Pencil (2nd Generation) - White • Best Buy Education $129.00 1 $129.00

Materials cost

$627.99

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$54.95

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.42

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$722.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$127.48

Total project goal

$849.84

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