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Mr. Fray from Bronx, NY is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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HomePod Harmony: Revolutionizing Learning

Help me give my students an Apple HomePod 2nd generation to transform our classroom into an interactive, inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive

  • $394 goal

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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

I need an Apple HomePod 2nd generation in our classroom to innovatively engage my students, both one-on-one and in small groups. As a special education teacher, this advanced technology will help me connect with my students more effectively, particularly through auditory learning and interactive experiences. The HomePod's voice command and auditory feedback features will allow students to interact with the curriculum in a dynamic and accessible way.

This tool is not just beneficial for student growth; it also supports my professional development.

The HomePod 2nd generation will link me to a network of educators and a plethora of auditory learning resources, enhancing my ability to learn from peers and assist my students more effectively.

Additionally, the HomePod 2nd generation offers access to a wide range of educational podcasts, audiobooks, and voice-interactive apps. This aligns with my goal of fostering a 21st-century learning environment where students are encouraged to take intellectual risks and actively participate in their learning journey.

The HomePod's ability to play educational content and music, along with its interactive features, will captivate students with various learning needs, including those with attention deficit disorders. It will also challenge me to fully utilize this technology for interactive quizzes, language development, and classroom management, making learning more engaging and inclusive.

By integrating an Apple HomePod 2nd generation into our classroom, we are taking a significant step towards nurturing our students' development into future leaders. This approach aligns ability with content and skill, ensuring that we meet our students where they are and engage them in what interests them, especially through auditory and interactive means. This integration is crucial for aligning with our students' needs and the evolving educational landscape.

Mr. Fray New Visions Aim Charter School II Grades 9-12

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

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.

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - HomePod (2nd Generation) Smart Speaker with Siri - Midnight • Best Buy Education $299.99 1 $299.99

Materials cost

$299.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$334.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.03

Total project goal

$393.52

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $393.52

1 Donor

-$196.76

Donations toward project cost

-$167.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.51

match offer

-$196.75

Match offer toward project cost

-$167.24

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.51

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 $0.00

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