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Ms. Delgado from Los Angeles, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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New Headphones for 3rd Graders

Help me give my students brand new headphones for everyday use in the classroom.

  • $273 goal

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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

In today’s classrooms, technology plays a pivotal role in education, and many schools rely on digital resources to enhance learning. However, students often face challenges accessing these tools effectively in shared or noisy environments. Here’s how headphones can make a tangible difference for young learners:

Improved Focus and Engagement

Headphones help minimize distractions by allowing students to concentrate on their lessons without external noise. This is especially crucial in classrooms with limited space or during individualized learning activities, such as online reading programs or math tutorials.

Personalized Learning

Many digital platforms adjust content to the child’s skill level. With headphones, students can engage with tailored lessons at their own pace, whether they are strengthening foundational skills or advancing to more challenging material.

Inclusivity for Diverse Learning Needs

For students who may have special needs or are learning English as a second language, headphones can provide the necessary support for focused listening and understanding.

Cost-Effective Support

Headphones are a small yet impactful investment that can be reused year after year, providing long-term benefits for numerous students.

Building Confidence

Headphones allow students to engage independently with learning activities, fostering confidence as they navigate tasks without fear of being overheard or judged by peers.

For children in low-income communities, access to quality education is a powerful equalizer. Something as simple as a pair of headphones can make the difference between being distracted and thriving in the classroom.

Thank you for considering how this small tool can unlock big opportunities for young minds. Together, we can empower our students to succeed.

Ms. Delgado Van Ness 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.

More about Ms. Delgado

Los Angeles, CA 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sony - ZX Series Wired On-Ear Headphones - Black • Best Buy Education $9.12 20 $182.40

Materials cost

$182.40

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $16.69

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$231.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$40.91

Total project goal

$272.74

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $272.74

4 Donors

-$246.67

Donations toward project cost

-$231.84

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$14.83

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$26.08

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 $0.00

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