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Mrs. Samuelian from San Pedro, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Us Hear!

Help me give my students working headphones that they can use with their iPads.

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My Project

In today's classrooms, distractions are everywhere, and creating an environment where students can concentrate and engage fully with their learning is more important than ever. One simple but highly effective tool to achieve this is the use of headphones. By providing students with individual headphones, we can foster a more productive and immersive learning experience, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed in a focused environment.

The addition of headphones to the classroom will have a profound impact on the students' ability to concentrate and absorb information.

Many modern educational tools, such as online lessons, interactive videos, and educational apps, rely on audio components to enhance the learning experience. Without headphones, students are often distracted by background noise from peers or outside disruptions, which can significantly hinder their ability to focus and retain information.

The primary goal of this project is to provide students with the tools they need to thrive in a modern, digital-driven classroom. By acquiring headphones, we aim to reduce distractions, improve focus, and enhance students' ability to engage with multimedia resources. We also want to promote self-regulation, as students will learn to manage their own audio settings, volume levels, and engagement with educational content.

My students are a vibrant and diverse group with a wide range of talents and learning styles. They are curious, resilient, and deeply engaged in their education. Some are visual learners, others thrive through hands-on activities, and some are more auditory-focused. They bring unique perspectives to the classroom and have a strong desire to succeed, despite the challenges they may face. Headphones will help them focus better, tailor their learning experiences, and engage more fully with the content, ensuring that each student can reach their full potential.

Mrs. Samuelian South Shores Magnet Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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San Pedro, CA View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 23 students impacted

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lamicall Headphone Stand, Sticky Headset Hanger - 360 Degree Rotation Earphone Adhesive Hook Holder Mount, Table Headphone Stand with Cable Organizer, Headset Clamp for HyperX, Sennheiser -White • Amazon Business $11.98 25 $299.50
Livewire Essential Headphone Splitter 1/4" TRS to 1/4" TRS Female Black 6 in. • Music & Arts $8.99 13 $116.87
20 Pcs Classroom Headphone with Microphone Bulk On-ear Mic over Ear Headsets Kids Earphones Classroom Students Lightweight Children Class Headphones for School Office, Meetings, Chat, Black • Amazon Business $55.99 2 $111.98
Large Hook Hanging Storage Bags 10 x 12.5-inch, Headphone Storage Classroom - Reusable, Waterproof & Dustproof - Ideal for Classroom, Library, and Pharmacy Use • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$543.34

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $49.72

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.15

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$631.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$111.39

Total project goal

$742.60

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 $742.60

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