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Ms. Arlene from Key West, FL is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Smart Board for Smart Kids!

Help me give my students a smart board and stand for our classroom. I struggle to keep these middle schoolers engaged without good visual resources.

  • $2,057 goal

This project expired on June 15, 2024.

This project expired on June 15, 2024.

My Project

Our Montessori charter school serves students who don't thrive in a traditional public school classroom, in addition to students whose families believe in the Montessori model of education. My middle school students are a mix of students who came up in Montessori as well as those who transferred from traditional schools.

As a new teacher, I am struggling with keeping students engaged and on track.

When I use visual aids, they do seem to get more out of our lessons. Unfortunately, I have a small projector and a small screen. Some of the students complain it is not easy to see. I believe I would be more effective with a smart board and especially with one that moves easily so I can work with small groups during 'Work Cycles.' Also, the ability to have resources on the smart board and separate from my computer will help me.

Montessori has not traditionally used a lot of technology in its programs but because of standards we are doing more. Sadly, our school currently doesn't have the budget to add a smart board for my classroom. We are a small class so a smaller board should be fine.

Ms. Arlene May Sands Montessori School Grades 6-8 Key West, FL View local requests Never Before Funded 14 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Smart Board, 43 Inch JYXOIHUB Interactive Whiteboard, Electronic Whiteboard, Screen Mirroring from Android and iOS for Live Streaming, for Advertising Display and Classroom (Board Only) (43) • Amazon Business $1,599.00 1 $1,599.00
TAVR Furniture Mobile TV Stand Rolling TV Cart Floor Stand with Mount on Lockable Wheels Height Adjustable for 32-80 Inch TV Stand Flat Screen or Curved TVs Monitors Display Trolley Loading 110 lbs • Amazon Business $94.03 1 $94.03

Materials cost

$1,693.03

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 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$25.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,748.43

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$308.55

Total project goal

$2,056.98

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