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Mrs. Cruz from Austin, TX is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Headphones for Language and Literacy!

Help me give my students headphones for the ability to practice listening and speaking skills which will help them learn English and perfect their language abilities.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Cruz's classroom raised $610

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Language is power. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are all vital skills in the modern world. In today’s educational environment, classrooms are evolving to meet the diverse needs of students. One of the most effective tools that have emerged in this transformation is the use of headphones.

When students wear headphones, they can listen to audiobooks, instructional videos, or music without distractions from their peers, which fosters a more conducive learning environment.

Additionally, headphones can support students with different learning styles, as auditory learners benefit from listening to content, while visual learners can concentrate on reading or watching without external noise. This personalized approach not only promotes better retention of information but also encourages responsibility and self-management as students become more accountable for their learning. By integrating headphones into classroom activities, educators can create a more inclusive and effective educational setting that meets the diverse needs of all students.

We hope to incorporate the use of these headphones and headphone organization to support several project within the classroom. They will be especially beneficial for my Emergent Bilingual students who take the TELPAS test each spring, half of this test is Listening and Speaking through headphones.

Mrs. Cruz Bedichek Middle School Grades 6-8

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Austin, TX 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

125 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Classroom Headphones-Bulk 10-Pack, Student On Ear Comfy Swivel Earphones for Library, School, Airplane, Kids-for Online Learning and Travel, HQ Stereo Sound 3.5mm Jack (Black with Microphone) • Amazon Business $79.99 4 $319.96
15 Drawer Rolling Storage Cart, Mobile Utility Cart with Lockable Wheels, Drawers, Multipurpose Organizer Cart for Home, Office, School, Mixed Color • Amazon Business $112.99 1 $112.99
Karanava Controller Holder 4 Tier,Headphone Stand - Adjustable Controller Stand for Xbox PS5 PS4 Switch Pro - Gaming Controller Headset Holder for Universal Gaming Accessories,Desk/Floor(Black) • Amazon Business $23.99 2 $47.98

Materials cost

$480.93

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.21

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$518.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$91.44

Total project goal

$609.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$609.58

2 Donors

-$609.58

Donations toward project cost

-$518.14

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$91.44

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$0.00

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