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Focus and Flourish: Noise-Canceling Headphones for Young Minds

Help me give my students noise cancelling headphones to help them block out distractions, calm their minds, and fully engage with their learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Pope's classroom raised $433

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My Project

I am Ms. Pope, a third-grade teacher. Every day, I have the privilege of guiding my students as they explore, learn, and grow. My classroom is filled with curious, eager minds, but sometimes, the excitement of learning can become overwhelming for some of my students.

Many of my students struggle with staying focused due to the noise and distractions that come with a busy classroom environment.

For some, the buzz of activity that keeps learning alive can also be overstimulating, making it difficult to concentrate on their work.

To help my students thrive, I am seeking noise-canceling headphones that will provide a quiet space within our classroom — a simple yet powerful tool to help them block out distractions, calm their minds, and fully engage with their learning.

With your help, these headphones will:

-Provide a quiet environment for students who need it.

-Help students manage sensory overload and improve focus.

-Create a more equitable learning space where every student can flourish.

Your generosity will make a world of difference in the lives of my students. Every contribution brings us one step closer to providing the tools they need to succeed. Thank you for considering our project and for believing in the potential of every child. Together, we can help them focus, learn, and achieve greatness!

With gratitude,

Ms. Pope

Project tagged as

Pittsburgh, PA
Grades 3-5
Climate & The Environment
Traditional School
Instructional Technology
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Pope Pittsburgh Faison School Grades 3-5

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

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Pittsburgh, PA View local requests

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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Amylove 12 Pcs Kids Ear Protection Noise Cancelling Headphones Ear Muffs Bulk 27db Sensory Headphones(Fresh Style) • Amazon Business $75.99 3 $227.97

YYST TYPE A 29" (74CM) Magnetic Anchor Chart Holder Adjustable Magnetic Date Cards Holder Calendar Holder for Kids Crafts, Classroom Calendar, Classroom Decor W O Rings (Black - 2) • Amazon Business $22.99 3 $68.97

24 Pack Hanging Storage Bags, Headphone Storage Bags, Colorful Large Hook 10 x 12.5-inch Clear Plastic Bags for Classroom, Library, and Pharmacy Use • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98

Materials cost			$332.92
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$4.99
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$367.91
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$64.93
Total project goal			$432.84
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$432.84
3 Donors			-$353.42
Donations toward project cost			-$304.16
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$49.26
Matching donations from our partners			-$75.00
Match offers toward project cost			-$63.75
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$11.25
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$4.42
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Focus and Flourish: Noise-Canceling Headphones for Young Minds

This project is fully funded

My Project

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

Equity Focus

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