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Mrs. Sanchez from San Antonio, TX is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Practice Makes Perfect: Elevating Our Band Experience With Headphones!

Help me give my students noise-canceling headphones, so they can practice their music, focus better, discover hidden melodies, and rock out together in a fun, stress-free environment.

  • $615 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

Noise-canceling headphones will greatly improve our band hall by changing how students practice and work together. By reducing distractions, these headphones will help students focus on their individual parts, leading to better musical skills. As they practice, they will hear the details of their playing more clearly, which will improve their intonation and rhythm. This focused environment will encourage collaboration, allowing students to connect their contributions within the ensemble and create a more unified sound during performances.

One of our main goals for band students is to enhance their individual practice, helping them master their instruments and build confidence.

We also want to create an inclusive atmosphere that supports all learners, ensuring every student feels valued and capable of succeeding.

What makes my students special is their passion, creativity, and determination. Each student has their own musical journey, and their commitment to learning and growing as musicians is truly inspiring. They support one another both in and out of the band hall, creating a positive and collaborative environment. By using noise-canceling headphones during practice, we can help them explore their musicality without distractions or fear of judgment. This project not only enhances their skills but also nurtures their love for music, encouraging them to express themselves fully. In the end, combining noise-canceling headphones, our goals for the students, and their unique qualities will create a dynamic learning environment where they can thrive and become the best musicians they can be.

Mrs. Sanchez Kirby Middle School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Mrs. Sanchez

San Antonio, TX View local requests

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

120 students impacted 11donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sony - Noise-Canceling Wired On-Ear Headphones - Black • Best Buy Education $40.43 12 $485.16

Materials cost

$485.16

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.28

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$522.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$92.20

Total project goal

$614.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$614.64

10 Donors

-$495.82

Donations toward project cost

-$421.45

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.37

match offer

-$118.81

Match offer toward project cost

-$100.99

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.82

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$0.00

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