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Ms. Estatico from Mount Vernon, NY is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ensuring Student Safety: Request for Walkie Talkies

Help me give my students walkie talkies to ensure their safety and improve communication throughout the school building.

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Walkie talkies are vital tools in school buildings, particularly for ensuring the safety and effective management of special education children. In a school environment, communication is crucial, and walkie talkies provide a reliable, instantaneous means of communication that is not dependent on cellular networks, which can sometimes be unreliable or overwhelmed. This is especially important in emergencies, where immediate coordination and information sharing can make a significant difference in outcomes. Walkie talkies enable teachers, aides, and administrators to stay in constant contact, ensuring that they can respond promptly to any issues or emergencies, whether it’s a health-related incident, a behavioral issue, or a security threat.

They allow staff to coordinate more effectively during routine activities, such as transitioning students between classes, managing recess and lunchtime, and conducting fire drills or other safety procedures.

Additionally, the donation of walkie talkies is vital to ensure safety, especially in schools with limited budgets. Donated walkie talkies would provide an essential safety net that schools might otherwise lack. This contribution would significantly enhance the school's ability to maintain a secure environment, allowing educators to focus on their primary mission of teaching and caring for their students.

In addition to safety and operational efficiency, walkie talkies also contribute to a more inclusive and supportive educational environment. They enable staff to provide immediate, responsive support to special education children, fostering a sense of security and well-being. This, in turn, can enhance the students' ability to focus on learning and engage more fully in school activities. Overall, the integration of walkie talkies into school communication systems is a practical, effective strategy for ensuring the safety, well-being, and academic success of all students, particularly those in special education programs.

Ms. Estatico Pennington Elementary School Grades 6-8

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Half 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

50 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Retevis H-777 2 Way Radios Walkie Talkies Long Range, Rechargeable Two Way Radios, Hand Free Adults Walkie Talkies with Charging Base(Black, 20 Pack) • Amazon Business $179.99 1 $179.99

Materials cost

$179.99

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 FREE

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 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$212.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.53

Total project goal

$250.22

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 $250.22

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 $250.22

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