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Mr. Eraso from Denver, CO is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Headsets with Microphone to Improve Reading Fluency

Help me give my students a headset with a microphone so they can engage in reading fluency activities during my lessons, participate in collaborative activities, and overall improve their listening and speaking skills without distractions from their surroundings.

  • 9 donors
  • $434 still needed

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  • 9 donors
  • $434 still needed
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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

Dear Donors, I am writing to share this exciting opportunity to help me enhance the educational experience of my students by providing them with a headset equipped with a microphone. This simple tool can make a significant difference in their reading fluency and overall academic achievement.

Reading fluency is a critical component of literacy development.

It involves the ability to read text accurately, quickly, and with proper expression. To foster this skill, my primary goal is to expose my students to appropriate models of fluent readers. With headsets, my students will have the ability to listen to high-quality recordings of proficient readers, allowing them to immerse themselves in fluent reading patterns. This auditory experience will not only enhance their understanding of rhythm and intonation but also inspire them to emulate these qualities in their reading.

In addition to listening to fluent models, the headsets will enable my students to record themselves reading aloud. This self-assessment tool is invaluable in helping them identify areas for improvement, such as pronunciation and pacing. The ability to listen to their recordings will encourage self-reflection and provide them with a clearer path toward achieving their reading goals. Importantly, the use of headsets with microphones will ensure that students can focus on their reading tasks without the distractions present in a typical classroom environment.

What truly makes my students special is their enthusiasm for technology and their willingness to embrace new challenges. They are naturally engaged in activities that incorporate modern tools, and they consistently show a desire to reach higher academic goals. By providing them with the necessary resources, including headsets, we can harness their motivation and drive toward becoming more fluent readers.

Mr. Eraso Green Valley Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than three‑quarters 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

30 students impacted 9donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Logitech H390 Computer Headset Over-the-Head Black (981-000014) • Staples $22.84 30 $685.20

Materials cost

$685.20

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.28

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$725.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$128.03

Total project goal

$853.51

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $853.51

5 Donors

-$350.00

Donations toward project cost

-$297.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$52.50

match offer

-$70.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$59.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$10.50

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 $433.52

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