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Mrs. Pinkston from Marion, IL is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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One on One With iPad

Help me give my students an iPad to use for one on one learning.

  • $1,263 goal

This project expired on July 23, 2025.

This project expired on July 23, 2025.

My Project

I am requesting funding for an iPad with an Apple Pencil to enhance one-on-one learning in our kindergarten classroom. As a dedicated educator, I believe in providing individualized learning experiences that cater to the unique needs of each student.

With the iPad, I will be able to provide one-on-one learning to tailor to the specific needs of each child I am working with.

Whether it's practicing writing skills, exploring phonics, or using interactive educational apps, the iPad will ensure that each student progresses at their own pace.

Young children learn best when they are actively engaged. The iPad, with its touch screen and creative apps, will captivate students' attention and make learning fun and engaging. The Apple Pencil will allow them to interact with lessons creatively, such as tracing letters, drawing shapes, and engaging in math and literacy games.

Development of Fine Motor Skills: The Apple Pencil will enable students to practice writing, drawing, and tracing in a way that enhances their fine motor skills. These activities are essential at this stage of development and will support their handwriting and overall coordination.

Through educational apps and digital resources, the iPad opens doors to an endless supply of age-appropriate learning materials. From interactive storybooks to math games, students will have access to diverse content that supports their growth and development.

Mrs. Pinkston Lincoln Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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

22 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 13-inch iPad Air M2 chip Built for Apple Intelligence Wi-Fi 256GB - Blue • Best Buy Education $899.00 1 $899.00
Apple Pencil Pro - White • Best Buy Education $129.00 1 $129.00

Materials cost

$1,028.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$15.42

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,073.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$189.43

Total project goal

$1,262.85

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