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Mr. Dowdell from Aurora, CO is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mr. Dowdell’s Classroom

Help me give my students a classroom set of headphones. This will give students, especially new comers, a chance to interact with the material with confidence and it will allow students to work together easier!

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Dowdell's classroom raised $175

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students are incredibly hardworking and eager to advance their knowledge. They thrive on learning and are constantly curious about the world around them. They love exploring new ideas, tackling challenging concepts, and thinking critically about what they learn. Their passion for knowledge is inspiring, and they are always eager to dive into new subjects and expand their understanding. By providing them with the right tools and resources, we can foster their academic growth and empower them to become lifelong learners and problem-solvers. Your support will make a meaningful difference in their educational journey and future success.

Mr. Dowdell Overland High School 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

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Aurora, CO 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 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
30 Pack Class Set Headphones for Kids Students School Classroom Headphones Bulk Over the Ear Earphones Adjustable with 3.5 mm Jack for Library Children Adults Christmas Office Gifts (Retro Colors) • Amazon Business $36.99 2 $73.98
Hortsun 6 Pcs Fluorescent Light Covers Magnetic, Classroom Fluorescent Magnetic Filters, Magnetic Ceiling Light Covers Classroom Light Covers for Office Classroom Home(Starry Sky) • Amazon Business $25.49 1 $25.49
Mocalido 40ft Globe String Lights Indoor, 80 LEDs Hanging Lights for Bedroom with Remote, USB Colored Room Lights for Classroom, Warm White to Multicolor Color Changing for Camping Tent • Amazon Business $16.78 1 $16.78

Materials cost

$116.25

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$147.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.12

Total project goal

$174.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $174.11

1 Donor

-$87.06

Donations toward project cost

-$74.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.06

match offer

-$87.05

Match offer toward project cost

-$73.99

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.06

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 $0.00

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