Help me give my students the gift of technology. As a STEM-focused school serving a multicultural, low-income community, we are in need of iPads to help our Kindergarten students continue exploring the exciting world of STEM.
$2,215 goal
This project expired on August 3, 2025.
This project expired on August 3, 2025.
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Imagine a classroom where every child has access to the tools they need to ignite their curiosity and creativity. We are committed to providing a STEM-focused education in a vibrant, multicultural, low-income community. However, we face a significant challenge: our school of over 200 students currently shares just 30 iPads.
Many of our students do not have personal devices at home, which further widens the technology gap.
This limited access to technology hinders our students from fully exploring essential learning programs like Edmentum, iReady, and Scratch Jr. Many of our students do not have personal devices at home, which further widens the technology gap.
By donating to our initiative, you can help us ensure that every Kindergarten student, and ultimately every child in our school, has their own iPad. This investment in their education will empower them to engage in hands-on learning, develop critical thinking skills, and foster a love for STEM subjects that will last a lifetime.
Your support will not just provide a device; it will open doors to a world of possibilities for our students. Together, we can make a transformative impact on their educational journey and help them thrive in an increasingly digital world.
Join us in this mission to equip our students with the tools they need to succeed. Your generous contribution will make a profound difference in the lives of our young learners. Thank you for considering supporting us and being a champion for our students in need.
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
25 students impacted
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Apple - 11-inch iPad A16 chip with Wi-Fi - 128GB - Yellow
• Best Buy Education
$349.00
5
$1,745.00
LTROP Kids Case for iPad 10th Generation 10.9-inch 2022 (A2696, A2757, A2777), Shockproof Convertible Handle Stand iPad Gen 10 Case with Built-in Screen Protector for Kids Toddler Boys Girls, Black
• Amazon Business
$15.98
5
$79.90
Materials cost
$1,824.90
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$27.37
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,882.27
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$332.17
Total project goal
$2,214.44
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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