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Mr. Alphonso Jiles from Upper Marlboro, MD is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Connecting Creativity: USB-C Cables for Recording Techniques Class

Help me give my students 35 USB-C printer cords to connect laptops with essential music equipment, enabling them to produce, print, and export high-quality projects in our Recording Techniques class.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Alphonso Jiles's classroom raised $376

This project is fully funded

My Project

As a dedicated High School Music and Recording Techniques teacher, I strive to provide my students with a learning environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and technical mastery. Our Principles of Recording Techniques class is designed to introduce students to the exciting world of audio production, where they learn the art of recording, mixing, and mastering music.

However, our current setup lacks an essential functional tool—USB-C printer cables.

These cords are necessary to connect student laptops and desktops to critical devices like MIDI keyboards, printers, and audio interfaces. Without them, students face technical delays that interrupt their creative process.

To elevate the learning experience, I’m requesting 35 USB-C to USB-B printer cords to ensure each student workstation is fully equipped and operational. These reliable cords will improve workflow and allow seamless connection across all devices in our classroom studio.

With these cables, my students will be able to print scores, export tracks, and collaborate on recording projects without interruption. Each student will benefit from having the proper tools to support their creative and technical growth in a studio-like environment.

Your support will help transform our classroom into a connected, modern music production lab—where student creativity and innovation can thrive. Together, we can equip the next generation of producers, engineers, and artists with the tools they need to connect, create, and share their sound with the world.

Mr. Alphonso Jiles Dr Henry A Wise Junior High School Grades 9-12

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.

Upper Marlboro, MD View local requests

More than half 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
AINOPE USB B to USB C Printer Cable 6.6FT, USB2.0 Printer Cable to USB [High Speed] Nylon Braided, MIDI Cable to USB C for Yamaha Casio Digital Piano,MIDI Keyboard,hp Brother Canon • Amazon Business $7.69 35 $269.15

Materials cost

$269.15

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$16.15

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$319.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$56.35

Total project goal

$375.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$375.69

3 Donors

-$375.69

Donations toward project cost

-$319.34

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$56.35

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$0.00

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