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Ms. Smith Miller from Mobile, AL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Smith Miller's classroom raised $271

Helpful Headphones

Help me give my students headphones to further their education. A lot of the assignments we do in the lab require them to listen to a video and we need help.

Ms. Smith Miller Chastang-Fournier K-8 School
Mobile, AL Grades 6-8

My Project

Headphones have become an essential accessory in our modern lives. Whether we are commuting, working out, or simply relaxing at home, having a reliable pair of headphones can greatly enhance our experience. These small devices have revolutionized the way we consume audio content, making it more accessible, personal, and immersive. In this essay, I will discuss how headphones have become helpful tools in various aspects of our lives, including entertainment, productivity, and health.

To begin with, headphones have transformed the way we entertain ourselves.

With the advancement of technology, we are no longer limited to listening to music or watching movies at specific times and locations. Headphones have granted us the freedom to enjoy our favorite content anywhere and anytime. Whether we are in a noisy café or on a crowded bus, we can immerse ourselves in the world of music, podcasts, or audiobooks without any distractions. Moreover, headphones provide a personal audio experience, allowing us to tailor the sound to our preferences and escape into our own musical realm.

In addition to entertainment, headphones have also become valuable tools for productivity. In the era of remote work and online education, clear communication is crucial for success. With the help of headphones, we can participate in virtual meetings, webinars, and online classes without any disturbances. They enable us to hear and be heard clearly, enhancing our ability to collaborate and engage in discussions. Furthermore, headphones with noise-cancellation technology minimize external distractions, allowing us to focus on our tasks and assignments effectively. Whether we need to crunch numbers, write reports, or study for exams, headphones serve as instrumental tools for concentration.

Interestingly, headphones are not solely limited to entertainment and productivity but also contribute to our overall health and well-being.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

150 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. Smith Miller Chastang-Fournier K-8 School Grades 6-8

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Mobile, AL 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

150 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sony - ZX Series Wired On-Ear Headphones - White • Best Buy Education $9.12 20 $182.40

Materials cost

$182.40

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $14.87

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$230.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$40.59

Total project goal

$270.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $270.60

1 Donor

-$230.01

Donations toward project cost

-$230.01

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$40.59

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 $0.00

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