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Mr. Feder from East Hartford, CT is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mic Check: Helping Students Shine on Stage

Help me give my students an amazing microphone system that we can use in the cafeteria for assemblies, concerts, and parent meetings.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Feder's classroom raised $954

This project is fully funded

My Project

Having a great microphone system can significantly boost my students’ learning and engagement in several meaningful ways:

When students and teachers use a quality microphone system, everyone can hear instructions, presentations, and performances clearly This clarity helps students stay focused, understand content better, and follow directions more effectively, which supports overall learning.

A reliable microphone system allows students to project their voices without strain during assemblies, concerts, or team activities. This makes it easier for shy or reluctant speakers to participate, helping them build public speaking skills and self-confidence.

When students know they’ll be heard clearly, they’re more likely to engage actively in group discussions, presentations, and performances. This fosters a more inclusive and interactive learning environment where every voice matters.

Using microphones during team-building exercises or school-wide events helps students connect with each other and develop communication skills that are essential for collaboration and social growth.

In short, a great microphone system isn’t just about sound—it’s a tool that empowers students to express themselves, participate fully, and feel valued, all of which contribute to a richer, more dynamic school experience.

Mr. Feder Joseph O Goodwin Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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.

East Hartford, CT 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

350 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Shure BLX288/SM58 Wireless Microphone System - 14-Hour Battery Life, 300 ft Range, UHF | Includes (2) SM58 Handheld Vocal Mics, Dual Channel Receiver | H9 Band (BLX288/SM58-H9) • Amazon Business $769.00 1 $769.00

Materials cost

$769.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.54

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$810.54

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$143.04

Total project goal

$953.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $953.58

3 Donors

-$476.79

Donations toward project cost

-$405.27

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$71.52

match offer

-$476.79

Match offer toward project cost

-$405.27

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$71.52

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 $0.00

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