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Ms. Romerdahl from Kihei, HI is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Picture This: Empowering K-5 Storytellers

Help me give my students an iPad mini to inspire storytelling and creativity.

  • $804 goal

This project expired on September 1, 2025.

This project expired on September 1, 2025.

My Project

I absolutely love how my K-5 kids light up when they discover something new in our computer lab. The kindergartners giggle as they snap their first photos, and the older kids get pretty proud when they figure out cool angles and lighting to make their shots look professional. An iPad mini is just the right size for little hands, it’s easy to hold, super fun to use, and perfect for capturing classroom experiments, art projects, or those spontaneous moments that make school so special.

Imagine your students bringing their stories to life with just a few taps.

With an iPad mini, they can dive right into digital storytelling by editing their own videos and photos. We’ll use Apple Intelligence to blur or remove any faces that don’t have photo releases so everyone stays safe and families can feel good about sharing their kids’ work.

Your support in getting an iPad mini means more than just a gadget, it’s a way for every child to build creative skills, boost confidence, and learn the tech know‑how they’ll need in the future. Plus, seeing their projects on the big screen turns them into real storytellers, and that’s something I can’t wait for them to experience!

Ms. Romerdahl Kamali'i Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Kihei, HI View local requests

More than a third 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

350 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - iPad mini (A17 Pro chip) - Built for Apple Intelligence - Wi-Fi 256GB - Purple • Best Buy Education $599.00 1 $599.00
ESR for iPad Mini 7 A17 Pro Case, iPad Mini 7th/6th Generation Case (2024/2021), Slim and Light, Shock and Drop Protection, Yellowing Resistant, Supports Pencil Pro & Pencil (USB-C), Purple Clear • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
bersem 2 Pack Paperfeel Screen Protector Compatible with iPad Mini 7 2024(A17 Pro)/iPad Mini 6 2021(8.3 inch), Matte PET Film for Drawing, Anti-Glare • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98

Materials cost

$616.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $27.15

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$683.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$120.59

Total project goal

$803.95

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