Tech for Tomorrow: Empowering Students with a Classroom Computer Station
Help me give my students laptops for our classroom computer station that gives students essential access to technology, helping them develop digital literacy, and ensure every student has the tools needed to succeed in an increasingly tech-driven world.
$950 goal
This project expired on June 20, 2025.
This project expired on June 20, 2025.
My Project
Access to computers is essential for students to develop the skills needed for success. However, many of our students face limited access to technology outside of school, creating a gap in their ability to engage in research, complete assignments, and develop digital literacy. To bridge this gap, we are seeking funding for two laptops to create a dedicated classroom computer station. These laptops will serve as a critical tool for interactive learning, research, and skill-building, allowing students to gain hands-on experience with technology that will prepare them for future academic and career opportunities. With these devices, students will be able to work on projects, and enhance their learning through educational apps, digital assignments, and individualized instruction.
Providing these laptops will not only enhance engagement but also foster creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving—all essential 21st-century skills.
Our goal is to ensure that every student, regardless of their background, has an equal opportunity to develop digital proficiency, explore new learning methods, and receive personalized support. By donating to this project, you are directly investing in the success of our students, giving them the resources they need to thrive in an increasingly digital world. Your support will have a lasting impact, ensuring that no student is left behind due to a lack of access to technology. Together, we can equip our students with the tools they need today for a brighter tomorrow.
More than three‑quarters 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
42 students impacted
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