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Mrs. Nina Canales from Dallas, TX is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Amplify Our Voices with Podcasting & Video Tools!

Help me give my students a high-quality podcast microphone, microphone covers, and a 4K webcam to create engaging podcasts, videos, and projects in our library. Your support will amplify their voices!

  • $388 goal

This project expired on July 24, 2025.

This project expired on July 24, 2025.

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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 digital world, students need opportunities to develop their voices and express themselves in creative ways. With a high-quality podcast microphone, microphone covers, and a 4K webcam, our high school library will become a hub for student-led storytelling, interviews, and multimedia projects. These tools will allow students to produce professional-grade podcasts and videos, enhancing their communication skills while fostering confidence in public speaking and digital literacy.

My goal is to create a space where students can collaborate, share their perspectives, and develop real-world skills through podcasting.

Whether they’re recording a podcast for a class project, creating video content for school announcements, or interviewing local professionals, these resources will empower them to take ownership of their learning. This project will also support our esports team and student-led initiatives, ensuring they have the equipment necessary to showcase their talents and ideas effectively.

Our students are creative, driven, and full of potential. Many of them are eager to explore media production but lack access to the tools that make high-quality content possible. By donating to this project, you’re giving them the chance to develop valuable skills that will benefit them beyond the classroom. Thank you for helping us amplify their voices and bring their ideas to life!

Mrs. Nina Canales Hillcrest High School Grades 9-12

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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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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

300 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Shure MV6 Gaming Microphone, Dynamic USB PC Mic for Video Games & Streaming - Desktop Stand, Background Noise Cancellation, Tap-to-Mute & 3.5mm Output for Real-Time Headphone Monitoring • Amazon Business $149.00 1 $149.00
Elgato Facecam MK.2 – Premium Full HD Webcam for Streaming, Gaming, Video Calls, Recording, HDR Enabled, Sony Sensor, PTZ Control – works with OBS, Zoom, Teams, and more, for PC/Mac • Amazon Business $109.99 1 $109.99
PhantAccy Pop Filter/Windscreen for Audio-Technica AT-2020 AT-2035 AT-2040 AT-2050 ATR2500 ATR2500X AT-4040 Microphones, Foam Mic Cover for Filtering Plosives and Hissing Noise (Foam-Black) • Amazon Business $8.99 4 $35.96

Materials cost

$294.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.42

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$329.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$58.12

Total project goal

$387.49

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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