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Ms. Causton from St Louis Park, MN is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Project Title: Empowering Minds Through Smartboard Integration

Help me give my students independence and autonomy that is also hands on to keep them engaged. This is an interactive Smart board.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Causton's classroom raised $1,348

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am writing to you with great enthusiasm and hope, seeking your support for a project that has the potential to revolutionize the learning experience for the students in my special education self-contained classroom. My name is Kathy, and I am a passionate educator committed to providing the best possible education for my students at Transition Plus.

Our goal is to introduce Smartboard technology into our classroom, creating a dynamic and interactive learning environment for students with special needs.

A Smartboard is not just a tool; it is a gateway to engagement, inclusivity, and personalized learning experiences.

In a special education self-contained setting, where students have diverse learning needs, a Smartboard can be a game-changer. It goes beyond traditional teaching methods, allowing for interactive lessons, visual aids, and adaptive learning activities. The touch-screen interface makes lessons accessible to students with various abilities, promoting engagement and participation.

The Smartboard will accommodate various learning styles, ensuring that every student can actively participate in lessons.

Personalized Instruction: Teachers can tailor lessons to individual needs, providing targeted support for each student's unique learning requirements.

Enhanced Collaboration: The interactive nature of the Smartboard encourages collaboration and teamwork, fostering social skills among our students.

Increased Motivation: The dynamic and visually appealing nature of Smartboard lessons can significantly boost student motivation and interest in learning.

We understand the importance of your support, and we are committed to keeping you updated on the progress of the project. With your generosity, we can create a more inclusive and engaging learning environment that will have a lasting impact on our students.

Ms. Causton Transition Plus Grades PreK-2 St Louis Park, MN 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
QOMO 86 Interactive Whiteboard with Steel Surface • CDW-G $1,099.10 1 $1,099.10

Materials cost

$1,099.10

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$16.49

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,145.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$202.16

Total project goal

$1,347.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,347.75

3 Donors

-$678.88

Donations toward project cost

-$577.05

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$101.83

match offer

-$668.87

Match offer toward project cost

-$568.54

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$100.33

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 $0.00

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