đŸ’»McBride Direct Ask Appeal: Bringing Technology to Our Classrooms

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We’re excited to announce the launch of the McBride Direct Ask Appeal, a major technology initiative that will transform learning opportunities for our students.

Help Us Bring 30 Laptops to McBride

As a school community, McBride has always come together to give our children the best possible learning opportunities. Today, we have an important chance to take a meaningful step forward for our students’ future.

Right now, McBride does not have laptops or computers available for student use. In a world where digital literacy is essential, this gap limits what our children can explore, create, and achieve. The McBride PAC is launching this campaign to bridge that gap.

Our Goal: $40,000

This campaign will fund:

  • 30 durable, education-ready laptops @ $1,200 each — $36,000
  • Secure laptop cart — $2,000
  • Accessories (headphones, mice, charging, etc.) — $2,000

Total Goal: $40,000

These resources will allow McBride students and teachers to engage fully in learning experiences that are interactive, collaborative, and aligned with the skills needed in today’s world.

Why This Matters

Digital access is no longer optional—it’s foundational to modern education.

For Students

  • Hands-on access to technology helps children research, collaborate, design, code, and create
  • Builds confidence and early digital literacy skills that set them up for success
  • Ensures equal access to tools every child needs, regardless of background

For Teachers

  • Technology allows teachers to integrate interactive and engaging learning experiences
  • Opens the door to blended learning, multimedia projects, science and math applications, and more

For Our Community

This project represents an investment in every child at McBride. When we close the technology gap, we open opportunities—for all students.

How You Can Help

All donations are processed securely through the Vancouver School Board and come with an official tax receipt.

Donate here: https://vsb.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/1869/196/false/true?fundDestination=%20Sir%20Richard%20McBride%20Elementary%20PAC

When donating, please select:
Fund Destination: Sir Richard McBride Elementary PAC

Every contribution—big or small—brings us closer to equipping McBride classrooms with the tools our kids need and deserve.

Campaign Progress

We will be regularly updating our community as donations come in. Check back here to follow our progress toward the $40,000 goal.

Thank You, McBride Community

Your generosity and commitment help make McBride a place where children feel supported, inspired, and ready to take on the future.

Together, we can bring technology into every classroom—and give our kids the tools to learn, thrive, and dream bigger.

Have questions about the appeal? Contact the McBride PAC at mcbrideelementary@gmail.com

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