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Mrs. U from Santa Rosa, NM is requesting professional development through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Professional development

Empowering Education: Upgrading Audio Tools for Effective Teaching and Outreach

I need funding for a portable PA system and a wireless microphone to improve audio quality in our teaching and outreach activities.

  • $208 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Integrating a portable PA system and a wireless microphone into the classroom will significantly enhance both teaching effectiveness and student engagement. These audio tools will ensure that every student can clearly hear and interact with the instructional content, regardless of their seating position or hearing ability. This increased clarity will help students follow along more easily, reducing misunderstandings and improving overall comprehension.

The portable PA system will provide consistent sound quality throughout the classroom, overcoming challenges related to room acoustics and background noise.

This will be especially beneficial in larger classrooms or spaces where sound tends to dissipate. With a clear and evenly distributed audio signal, students will be less likely to miss important information, leading to a more focused and productive learning environment.

The wireless microphone will offer added flexibility and mobility during lessons. Teachers can move freely around the classroom, engaging with students and responding to their needs without being tethered to a fixed microphone or needing to raise their voice. This dynamic approach to teaching will make interactions more natural and engaging, fostering a more interactive and supportive learning atmosphere.

By addressing diverse learning needs and reducing potential distractions, these tools will contribute to a more inclusive and equitable educational experience. Students who struggle with auditory processing or have different learning styles will benefit from the improved sound quality, leading to enhanced participation and academic success.

Overall, the use of these audio tools will facilitate a more effective teaching experience, support better student outcomes, and create a classroom environment where all students can thrive.

Mrs. U Santa Rosa High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Santa Rosa, NM View local requests

Nearly all 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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Hisonic HS120B Rechargeable & Portable PA (Public Address) System with Built-in UHF Wireless Microphone (1 Handheld +1 Belt-pack) • Amazon Business $118.00 1 $118.00
MAYBESTA Wireless Lavalier Microphone for iPhone, iPad, Android - Bluetooth Lapel Phone Mic for Video Recording - Mini Clip on Microphones for Tiktok YouTube Podcast Interview • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99

Materials cost

$143.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.16

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$176.15

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$31.09

Total project goal

$207.24

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $207.24

1 Donor

-$103.62

Donations toward project cost

-$88.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.54

match offer

-$103.61

Match offer toward project cost

-$88.07

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.54

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 $0.00

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