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Mrs. Larrabee from North Hollywood, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Headphones for Our Little Ears!

Help me give my students headphones to use that don't hurt their ears. They currently use very old ones and have a painful time with them.

  • $192 goal

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Mrs. Larrabee has another project! Donate to Mindful Play: Mental Health Benefits of Summer Toys to help her classroom.

$166 - complete this project and be a hero

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

Our students really need the headphones to use during their IREADY math and reading time. Headphones can significantly enhance the learning experience for students, particularly for those from low-income backgrounds, by fostering an environment that minimizes distractions and promotes focused engagement. In classrooms where noise levels can be high, headphones provide students with a personal auditory space to absorb educational content, whether it’s through listening to lectures, participating in online courses, or engaging with interactive learning apps. This project aims to get headphones to low-income students, ensuring they have the tools necessary to thrive academically.

Low-income students are often at a disadvantage due to limited access to technology and resources that can aid their education.

By equipping them with headphones, we not only provide a means for better concentration but also promote inclusivity in learning. Headphones can empower these students to take control of their educational journey, allowing them to engage more deeply with material and develop essential skills at their own pace.

Moreover, when students can listen to educational language-learning programs without external interruptions, their understanding and retention of information improve. This initiative recognizes the unique challenges faced by low-income students, such as overcrowded classrooms and lack of access to quiet study environments, and seeks to level the playing field by giving them a vital resource. Ultimately, the goal is to create a more equitable learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed, fostering not only academic growth but also self-confidence and motivation to excel in their studies. Through this project, we aim to demonstrate that by investing in their education and providing essential tools, we can help transform their learning experiences and open doors to future opportunities.

Mrs. Larrabee Julie Korenstein Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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

25 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
AILIHEN Kids Headphones Bulk 5-Pack for K-12 School Classroom, On-Ear Wired Headset with Microphone for Students Children with 93dB Volume Limited, 3.5mm Jack for Chromebooks Tablets Laptop Computer • Amazon Business $39.99 3 $119.97

Materials cost

$119.97

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $10.98

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$162.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.72

Total project goal

$191.47

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $191.47

2 Donors

-$90.92

Donations toward project cost

-$81.37

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.55

match offer

-$95.74

Match offer toward project cost

-$81.38

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$14.36

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.81

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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