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Mr. van Gilse from Columbus, OH is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Headphone Heroes: Unleashing Learning Potential with Your Help!

Help me give my students Headphones to improve their Reading and Math skills using their Chromebooks.

  • $275 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

My students have been making incredible progress in their academic journey, especially in Reading and Math skills. The introduction of the iReady curriculum has been instrumental in their progress, as it tailors lessons to each student's individual needs. However, we have encountered a challenge that is hindering their ability to fully engage with the curriculum.

My students are eager to learn and a small donation can make a big difference in creating an optimal learning environment for my amazing 1st grade students.

After investing in budget-friendly headphones, I've unfortunately discovered that their quality is subpar and they don't effectively support our students' learning environment. To ensure my students continue to excel, I am seeking your support in acquiring quality headphones that will enhance their educational experience.

Mr. van Gilse South Columbus Prep at German Village Grades PreK-2

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.

More about Mr. van Gilse

Columbus, OH 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

22 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sony - ZX Series Wired On-Ear Headphones - Black • Best Buy Education $9.12 22 $200.64

Materials cost

$200.64

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.01

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$233.65

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$41.23

Total project goal

$274.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$274.88

4 Donors

-$199.94

Donations toward project cost

-$169.95

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.99

match offer

-$74.94

Match offer toward project cost

-$63.70

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.24

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$0.00

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