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Ms. Espinoza from Yuma, AZ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Silent Disco: Calm, Fun, and Focused Learning for Everyone!

Help me give my students a Silent Sound System to create a calm learning environment and benefit during loud school events, reducing noise-related stress for Special Education and other students sensitive to sound.

  • $2,989 goal

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Ms. Espinoza has another project! Donate to Organized Minds, Bright Futures to help her classroom.

$637 - complete this project and be a hero

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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

My students are an incredible group of individuals with diverse needs and unique talents. They are curious, resilient, and eager to learn despite the challenges they face.

Their enthusiasm and determination inspire me every day, and I am committed to providing them with the best possible learning environment.

The Silent Sound System will significantly improve our classroom by creating a calm and focused learning environment. These wireless headphones will allow students to control their audio levels, reducing noise-related stress and distractions. This system is especially beneficial during group activities, enabling different groups to listen to various audio sources simultaneously without interference. Additionally, during school events with loud music, the Silent Sound System will help students with noise sensitivities to enjoy the events comfortably.

Goals for This Project:

Reduce Noise-Related Stress: Create a quieter, more controlled classroom environment to minimize anxiety and stress for students with auditory sensitivities.

Enhance Focus and Engagement: Improve students' concentration and participation by providing a customized audio experience that suits their individual needs.

Inclusive Learning: Ensure that all students, regardless of their sensory processing abilities, can engage fully in classroom activities and school events.

My students are special because of their diverse backgrounds and their ability to overcome various challenges. They bring unique perspectives and strengths to our classroom, enriching our learning community. Their determination to succeed, coupled with their genuine kindness and support for one another, makes our classroom a truly special place. By providing them with resources like the Silent Sound System, we can help them thrive academically and socially, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Ms. Espinoza Gowan Science Academy Grades 6-8

More about Ms. Espinoza

Yuma, AZ View local requests 200 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Silent Sound System 50 Pack Silent Disco LED Headphone Package (50 RF Headphones / 1 Transmitter) • Amazon Business $2,310.00 1 $2,310.00

Materials cost

$2,310.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $165.17

3rd party payment processing fee

$34.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,539.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$448.20

Total project goal

$2,988.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,988.02

3 Donors

-$2,532.95

Donations toward project cost

-$2,529.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

match offer

-$12.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$10.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.88

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$442.58

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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