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Ms. Brodka from Union City, NJ is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Perfect Home for Headphones!

Help me give my students a safe place to store their headphones so they are less likely to break!

  • 4 donors
  • $401 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

The Perfect Home for Headphones!

Every day, my students bring curiosity, excitement, and a love for learning into our classroom.

I love how eager they are to dive into lessons, explore new ideas, and engage with technology to enhance their education. Whether they’re listening to audiobooks, working on interactive learning programs, or focusing on individualized assignments, headphones are an essential tool in our classroom!

However, without proper storage, our headphones often end up tangled, lost, or damaged—leading to distractions and lost learning time. A dedicated headphone bookshelf will keep everything neat, organized, and easily accessible. With a structured storage system, students can quickly grab their headphones, stay focused, and maximize their learning experience without the hassle of untangling cords or searching for missing equipment.

My goal for this project is to create an organized and efficient learning environment where students can transition smoothly between activities. Having a designated space for headphones will promote responsibility, protect our classroom resources, and ensure every student has access to the tools they need to succeed.

What makes my students special is their determination and enthusiasm. They come from diverse backgrounds, each with unique strengths and perspectives, but they all share a passion for learning. By providing them with a simple yet effective solution for headphone storage, we can support their education by keeping them focused, engaged, and ready to learn.

With your support, we can create a more organized, student-friendly classroom where learning never misses a beat. Thank you for helping us stay on track and ready to listen!

Ms. Brodka Robert Waters 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.

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Union City, NJ 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

25 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids Streamline 12 Cubby Tray Storage Cabinet, 3x4, Classroom Furniture, Grey Wash • Amazon Business $152.99 2 $305.98

Materials cost

$305.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$340.57

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$60.10

Total project goal

$400.67

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $400.67

2 Donors

-$200.34

Donations toward project cost

-$170.29

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.05

match offer

-$200.33

Match offer toward project cost

-$170.28

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.05

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 $0.00

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