Looking 4 computer donation for my classroom?

Question

I teach 4th grade in the Los Angeles area. I am new to the school, so I got stuck with only one working computer in my room (most classrooms have at least 4 for independent work by students). The computer that does work only has Windows 95 installed, which won't let me log on to many of my district's applications (report cards, etc.). The IT people say that even if I upgrade my version of Windows, my old computer couldn't handle it. Are there any specific places I can look, or people I can write, to possibly get some computers donated to my classroom?

Answer 1

I have heard that Micrsosoft donates computers to needy districts. Try them. There are also many grants available for different things. I would search around for educational grants.

Another option would be to contact businesses. Let them know of your need. If they are getting new computers and need a place to donate their older ones then it would be a tax write off for them. Even if they are older to the company they may still be better than what you currently have.

It may be hard to come by, but is doable. Unfortunately many teachers just give up and buy their own to use. Two teachers in my department alone have purchased their own laptops to use in the classroom.