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Ms. Wadley from Chicago, IL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sound Learning: Enhancing Education with Classroom Headphones

Help me give my students Investing in headphones for our class enhances learning by providing individualized audio experiences, minimizing distractions, and promoting engagement with educational content, ultimately benefiting student focus and comprehension. Your support makes a difference! Thanks!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Wadley's classroom raised $186

This project is fully funded

My Project

"Empowering Education: Supporting Student Success with Essential Resources"

Dear Supporters,

I am continuously inspired by the enthusiasm, curiosity, and resilience of my students. Each day, they bring a unique blend of energy and determination to the classroom, fostering a vibrant learning community that thrives on collaboration and growth.

The resources I am requesting – headphones for each student – hold immense potential to transform their learning experiences. With individual headphones, my students will have the opportunity to engage with educational content in a personalized way, free from distractions and interruptions. Whether they are listening to audio recordings, participating in virtual lessons, or accessing online resources, these headphones will provide the focused environment necessary for deep learning and comprehension.

My goals for this project are twofold: first, to equip my students with the tools they need to succeed academically, and second, to foster a sense of independence and responsibility in their learning journey. By providing them with their own headphones, I aim to empower them to take ownership of their education and explore new avenues of learning with confidence and enthusiasm.

What makes my students truly special is their unwavering dedication to learning and their genuine passion for discovery. Despite facing various challenges, they approach each day with optimism and determination, inspiring me to strive for excellence in my teaching practice.

Your support for this project will make a tangible difference in the lives of my students, enabling them to access educational resources more effectively and empowering them to reach their full potential. Together, we can create a learning environment where every student feels valued, supported, and capable of achieving their dreams.

Thank you for considering this request and for your commitment to supporting student success.

Warm regards,

Ms. W.

Ms. Wadley Shoop Academy of Math Science & Technology Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

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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

41 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kids Headphones Bulk 24 Pack Multi-Colors Student Headphones Wired Class Headphones Set for School Classroom Students Children Toddler Boys Girls Teen and Adult • Amazon Business $62.79 2 $125.58

Materials cost

$125.58

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.88

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$157.46

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.79

Total project goal

$185.25

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$185.25

1 Donor

-$185.25

Donations toward project cost

-$157.46

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.79

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$0.00

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