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Mr. Cruz Irimia from Riverdale, MD is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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High School Musical

Help me give my students a new speaker for artistic and musical activities.

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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

The goal of this project is to acquire a portable, high-quality speaker for my physical education classes. This speaker will be used to improve communication during lessons, motivate students through music and instructions, and create a more engaging and dynamic learning environment.

The portable speaker will significantly enhance the learning experience for my students.

In physical education, clear instructions and effective communication are essential for students to engage with the activities, especially in larger groups. The speaker will allow me to project my voice across the gymnasium or outdoor field, ensuring that all students, regardless of where they are in the space, can hear instructions, explanations, and motivational words.

Additionally, the ability to play music during warm-ups, exercises, and cool-downs will foster a positive and energetic environment, helping students stay motivated throughout the lesson. Music has been shown to improve physical performance and boost morale, making the learning experience more enjoyable and effective. This speaker will also allow me to incorporate different educational audio resources, such as podcasts or instructional videos, which will support a diverse and dynamic learning environment.

The primary goal of this project is to improve the overall experience of my students during physical education lessons by making communication clearer and more engaging. The specific objectives include:

1. Improved Communication: Ensure all students, including those in larger groups, can hear instructions clearly, especially in outdoor or large indoor settings.

2. Increased Engagement: Use music and audio to create a motivating and energetic atmosphere that encourages student participation and fosters a positive attitude toward physical activity.

3. Incorporating Technology: Leverage the speaker to integrate multimedia content into lessons, such as podcasts on fitness, educational music, or even video tutorials, to enrich the learning experience.

Mr. Cruz Irimia Parkdale 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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Riverdale, MD View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 120 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
JBL - CHARGE5 Portable Waterproof Speaker with Powerbank - Black • Best Buy Education $119.99 1 $119.99

Materials cost

$119.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $7.20

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$158.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.06

Total project goal

$187.05

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $187.05

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 $187.05

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