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Goal

In the digital age, technology plays a pivotal role in education. Our project seeks to equip the elementary gifted classroom with the necessary tools and resources to engage and educate students effectively. By integrating technology into the curriculum, I aim to enhance learning outcomes, foster digital literacy, and promote 21st-century skills among our young gifted and talented learners.
The primary goal of "Empowering Minds" is to integrate technology seamlessly into the elementary gifted education experience, making it a valuable tool for both myself and students. I aim to create a technologically enriched learning environment that caters to diverse learning styles, promotes collaboration, and enhances critical thinking skills. 

What will be done with my students

The inclusion of technology in the classroom will significantly benefit elementary students in the following ways:

Enhanced Learning: Interactive educational software and digital resources will make learning more engaging and interactive, improving comprehension and retention.

Digital Literacy: Students will develop essential digital literacy skills, preparing them for the technological demands of the future.

Personalized Learning: Technology will enable personalized learning experiences, accommodating various learning paces and styles.

21st-century Skills: The use of technology will nurture critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills vital for success in the modern world. 

Benefits to my students

By the end of the project, we expect the following outcomes:

Improved Academic Performance: We expect to see a noticeable improvement in test results and grades among gifted elementary students in core subjects such as mathematics, language arts, and science. This improvement will be quantified through pre- and post-assessments that measure student progress.

Enhanced Digital Literacy: By the end of the project, gifted elementary students will have developed fundamental digital literacy skills. The grant will empower them to navigate technology confidently, ensuring they are well-prepared for the digital demands of the 21st century.

Personalized Learning Experiences: The grant will facilitate personalized learning experiences tailored to individual student needs and enhance their educational learning plans. We anticipate that this approach will result in a more engaged and motivated student body.

Confidence in Technology Usage: A quantifiable outcome will be the number of students who demonstrate increased confidence in using technology for educational purposes. We will measure this through surveys and assessments.

Teacher Efficiency: The grant will empower teachers to deliver more efficient and effective instruction. It will provide teachers when more one on one devices to help plan more effective and differentiated lessons for students in the gifted program.

Collaboration and Critical Thinking Skills: Quantifiable measures will include assessments of improved collaboration and critical thinking skills among students, as demonstrated through projects, group work, and problem-solving activities.

Impact on Future Students: The project will serve as a foundation for future success. As the project's strategies and technology are integrated into our curriculum, it will continue to benefit generations of students. Over the next five years, we anticipate positively impacting an estimated 100 elementary gifted students in our school system.

Annual Growth: Each year, we aim to demonstrate progress in academic performance, digital literacy, and 21st-century skills development. Quantifiable annual growth in test results, grades, and proficiency levels will serve as key performance indicators.

These expected outcomes will be rigorously measured and evaluated through regular assessments, performance data analysis, teacher feedback, and student surveys. Our aim is not only to introduce technology into the classroom but to create a lasting and measurable impact on the education and future success of our students. Your support in making this initiative possible will ensure that we reach these outcomes and secure a brighter future for our gifted elementary students.





 

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Student devices:
Lawson# Description GCI
v# 52713
3325924 Lenovo 500w Gen3 Intel Pentium N6000 Processor 128SSD /NEW STUDENT DEVICE $ 384.09
3032174 LIGHT SPEED FILTER -GCI $ 19.99
3032198 Autopilot Basic with Intune $ 9.00
3032199 Asset tag print and apply tier 3 (Silver tamper evident Or White Polyester) $ 2.80  

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