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Mr. Paul from Irvington, NJ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Amplifying Learning: Headphones to Help ELL Students Hear Success

Help me give my students headphones so they can fully explore technology programs.

  • $713 goal

This project expired on May 22, 2025.

This project expired on May 22, 2025.

My Project

In our diverse classroom, each student is a unique learner with incredible potential waiting to be unlocked. Our English Language Learners are resilient, curious scholars who navigate learning in a new language with remarkable courage and determination.

These headphones will be transformative learning tools.

By providing noise-canceling headphones, students can access specialized language learning software, pronunciation guides, and interactive digital curriculum without classroom distractions. They'll enable personalized learning experiences where students can listen to English language materials at individual paces, improving comprehension and pronunciation.

Our primary goals are to:

Enhance English language acquisition through targeted digital resources

Build student confidence in listening and speaking skills

Create an inclusive learning environment that supports multilingual learners

Reduce learning barriers through adaptive technology

These headphones represent more than equipment—they're bridges to academic success. For students learning English, clear audio means clearer understanding. They'll hear nuanced language sounds, practice pronunciation, and engage more deeply with educational content.

Our students are extraordinary—multilingual young people who bring rich cultural perspectives, demonstrate incredible adaptability, and show remarkable determination to succeed academically while mastering a new language. Each set of headphones is an investment in their potential and a testament to their incredible learning journey.

Mr. Paul Madison Avenue Elementary School Grades 3-5

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Irvington, NJ View local requests

More than a third 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

198 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Barks Classroom Headphones (10 Pack, Mixed Colors) - On-Ear Premium Student Bulk Headphones: Perfect for Kids K-12, Schools & Class Sets (Colorful, Durable, Noise Reducing, Comfortable, Easy-to-Clean) • Amazon Business $62.97 9 $566.73

Materials cost

$566.73

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$605.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.81

Total project goal

$712.04

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