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Ms. Larissa Mae Gulben from Chicago, IL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Headphones for Harmony: Creating a Focused Learning Space

Help me give my students headphones to support my diverse learners by offering them a quieter, more focused environment to enhance their concentration and engagement.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Larissa Mae Gulben's classroom raised $341

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am continually inspired by my students’ curiosity, determination, and unique abilities. They bring a wonderful diversity of thoughts and talents to our classroom, enriching our learning environment every day.

The headphones will significantly enhance their learning experience by providing a focused auditory environment, especially for my diverse learners who benefit from reduced background noise.

This will help them concentrate better on their tasks and participate more fully in lessons.

Our goal with this project is to create a more harmonious and effective learning space where each student can thrive without distractions. The headphones will allow for personalized and uninterrupted learning, fostering a more inclusive and supportive classroom atmosphere.

My students are exceptional because of their resilience and eagerness to learn despite any challenges they face. By providing them with headphones, we’re not just giving them a tool for better concentration—we’re showing our commitment to meeting their individual needs and helping them succeed in a harmonious learning environment.

Ms. Larissa Mae Gulben Gillespie Technology Magnet Cluster School Grades PreK-2

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.

Chicago, IL View local requests

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

20 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
BESTGOT 2024 Kids Bluetooth Headphones BT6002 Wireless Headphones for Kids Children Adults for School Foldable Headset for 18 Hours for PC/Phone/Tablets/TV (Black/Blue) • Amazon Business $12.79 20 $255.80

Materials cost

$255.80

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.84

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$289.64

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$51.11

Total project goal

$340.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$340.75

1 Donor

-$340.75

Donations toward project cost

-$289.64

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$51.11

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$0.00

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