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Ms. V from Beckley, WV is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Lights, Camera, Learn! Building a Student Broadcast Journalism Studio

Help me give my students broadcast journalism supplies, books, and references on journalism.

  • $805 goal

This project expired on October 8, 2025.

This project expired on October 8, 2025.

My Project

In my high school journalism class, students do more than just write stories—they create real news broadcasts for our school community. From planning and scripting to filming and editing, they learn the entire process of producing a professional-quality news segment that informs, entertains, and engages their peers.

To make this experience authentic and accessible for every student, we need essential equipment like microphones, tripods, lighting, storage drives, and a green screen.

These tools will transform our classroom into a functional broadcast studio where students can collaborate to produce weekly news shows. Whether they’re filming interviews, capturing footage on the go, or editing the final cut, this project will give them the skills they need to communicate confidently in our media-driven world.

In addition to the technical equipment, I’ve included copies of The Elements of Journalism, Revised and Updated 4th Edition—a foundational text that explains the principles of ethical, responsible journalism. This book will help students understand the importance of accuracy, fairness, and integrity in the news they create, giving them not only the tools to produce media but also the knowledge to do it thoughtfully and ethically.

Your support will help students become thoughtful digital storytellers, responsible media consumers, and creative content creators—all while building teamwork, public speaking, and technical skills that will serve them far beyond high school.

Thank you for investing in the next generation of journalists!

Ms. V Woodrow Wilson High School Grades 9-12

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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.

Beckley, WV 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

150 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Elements of Journalism, Revised and Updated 4th Edition: What Newspeople Should Know and the Public Should Expect (2021) • Amazon Business $12.40 15 $186.00
HapiLeap Plastic Storage Bins with Lid, Stackable Storage Containers for Organizing, Storage Baskets for Shelves Kitchen Bathroom Playroom Classroom Office (4 Large + 4 Small) • Amazon Business $69.98 1 $69.98
Field Guide to Covering Sports • Amazon Business $68.00 1 $68.00
Movo USB-C Wireless Lavalier Microphone System • CDW-G $31.59 2 $63.18
HapiLeap Plastic Storage Bins with Lid, Stackable Storage Containers for Organizing, Storage Baskets for Shelves Kitchen Bathroom Playroom Classroom Office (Medium (4 PCS)) • Amazon Business $49.98 1 $49.98
White Green Screen Backdrop with Stand, 5x6.5ft Green Screen White Backdrop Stand, Greenscreen Background with Stand for Streaming, Photoshoot • Amazon Business $37.98 1 $37.98
ECOMXIA 2 Pcs Wireless Lavalier Microphone for iPhone iPad Android with Charging Case 7H Clip on Lapel Microphone Wireless for Video Recording Vlogging, YouTube, Interview, 3 Mode Denoise, 70ft • Amazon Business $32.28 1 $32.28
10FT Long Surge Protector Power Strip-with 5 Widely Outlets and 3 USB Ports(1 USB C Port),10 Foot Extension Cord(1250W/10A),Wall Mount for Home Office,700 J,Black(2 Pack) • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Selfie Stick with Fill Light, 40'' in Length Extendable Phone Tripod Stand with Remote Shutter Compatible with Gopro, iPhone/Samsung/Sony/Google • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
Kids Bluetooth Headphones, On-Ear Wireless Bluetooth 5.0 Headsets, Comfortable Protein Earpad & Folding Storage, Stereo Shock Bass Headphones with Mic for Learning Online Lessons Music Game (Blue) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Breaking the News: What's Real, What's Not, and Why the Difference Matters • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Sound Reporting: The NPR Guide to Audio Journalism and Production • Amazon Business $15.49 1 $15.49
Chasing the Truth: A Young Journalist's Guide to Investigative Reporting: She Said Young Readers Edition • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
OHill Desk Cable Management Cord Organizer, 24 Pack Black Self Adhesive Cord Holder Cable Clips, Ideal Cable Organizer Wire Keeper for Desk, Nightstand, Phone Charger, Computer, Home, Office, Car • Amazon Business $8.97 1 $8.97
AP - Associated Press Style Guide QuickStudy Laminated Reference (QuickStudy Academic) • Amazon Business $7.39 1 $7.39

Materials cost

$644.18

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$683.84

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$120.68

Total project goal

$804.52

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