Clayton Couple Donate iPad Funds to Students with Learning Disabilities

Students at , which serves children with complex learning disabilities, are now working with iPads in their classrooms, thanks to a generous donation from a board member's family. 

Educators say that iPads help children with learning disabilities overcome communication and learning difficulties.    

Morrie Zimring, a Miriam Board of Trustees member and his wife Miki, have provided funding for the purchase of more than 100 of the new iPads. They will be used by the school’s 96 students and faculty. 

The Zimrings, who are Clayton residents, were inspired to donate the iPads after reading national news coverage about the benefits of iPads in special education settings. The tablets have been praised for their ability to help students learn best when they are exposed to enhanced visual, auditory and touch-based learning.

“It was clear from the start of Morrie’s board service that he wanted to make a difference in the lives of Miriam School children,” said Miriam Foundation Executive Director Andrew Thorp, in a statement. “It did not take long for his impact to be felt.”

Education periodicals, blogs and social networks across the United States are filled with information about the large variety of iPad apps and interactive programs that are designed for use by students with learning disabilities.

Some apps encourage students to speak more or create picture-based communications. Others work best with children who have speech issues and encourage the development of fine motor skills.

The Miriam School encourages children with multiple learning disabilities to recognize and successfully meet their potential with individualized curriculum designed to meet the unique social, emotional, physical and academic needs of each student.

This information was provided by Miriam School.