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Mrs. Simkins from Detroit, MI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Harmonious Headphones Needed

Help me give my students headphones to promote independent learning and provide students with interactive learning.

  • $315 goal

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Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

Every day in our classroom environment students utilize tablets for literacy practice, math skills, individual reading and so much more. In order for students to have successful learning utilizing our day-to-day tablet routine we need updated headphones. In a bustling classroom environment, external noises can be distracting. Headphones act as a barrier, helping students block out ambient sounds and stay focused on their assigned tasks. This is particularly beneficial during independent or quiet study periods.

Integrating headphones into classroom learning can be a game-changer, providing students with a focused and personalized educational experience.

Headphones allow students to engage with educational content at their own pace. Whether it's listening to lessons, playing games, or watching instructional videos, students can tailor their learning experience to match their individual needs and preferences.

Mrs. Simkins Voyageur Academy Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Detroit, MI 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

29 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Barks Classroom Headphones (10 Pack): On-Ear Premium Student Bulk Headphones: Perfect for Kids, Grades K-12, Schools & for Class Sets (Great Value, Durable, Noise Reducing, Comfortable, Easy-to-Clean) • Amazon Business $77.97 3 $233.91

Materials cost

$233.91

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.51

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$267.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$47.19

Total project goal

$314.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $314.61

2 Donors

-$141.21

Donations toward project cost

-$133.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

match offer

-$157.31

Match offer toward project cost

-$133.71

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.60

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$16.10

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 $0.00

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