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Mr. Castillo from Chicago, IL is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Technology in the Classroom to Support Student Learning

Help me give my students an iPad for a more interactive lesson, to support students with special needs, and access digital tools that enrich engagement and creativity in my classroom.

  • $1,604 goal

This project expired on September 6, 2025.

This project expired on September 6, 2025.

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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

For many years, I’ve had the privilege of using basic technology to help teach and inspire my students. It's been a rewarding journey to witness their growth and development, and I'm proud of the progress we've made together. However, as technology evolves, so do the needs of my classroom. My goal is to give each student the best opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed in an increasingly digital world.

An iPad would allow me to personalize math lessons for students at various learning levels, making it easier to address individual strengths and areas for improvement.

Using a range of educational apps, I could create customized practice sets, adapt lessons to different learning speeds, and provide targeted support where needed. For example, struggling students could use interactive apps like IXL or DeltaMath to work on foundational concepts at their own pace, while more advanced students could explore higher-level topics through problem-solving games or math simulations. The ability to differentiate instruction ensures that every student receives the right level of challenge and support.

Mr. Castillo CICS - Northtown Academy Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

Never Before Funded 100 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - 13-inch iPad Pro M4 chip Built for Apple Intelligence Wi-Fi 256GB with OLED - Space Black • Best Buy Education $1,299.00 1 $1,299.00
Stylus Pen for iPad Pencil 10th Generation, 13 Mins Fast Charging Apple Pencil with Palm Rejection & Tilt Sensitivity, Compatible w iPad 6/7/8/9/10/11, Pro 11"/12.9"/ M4, Air 3/4/5/M2/M3, Mini 5/6 • Amazon Business $13.94 1 $13.94

Materials cost

$1,312.94

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$19.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,362.63

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$240.46

Total project goal

$1,603.09

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