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

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Podcasting Project: Students Getting Creative!

Help me give my students podcasting equipment. We introduced them to podcasting this year, and it was a huge success. We just need more equipment to do it right!

  • $356 goal

This project expired on June 15, 2025.

This project expired on June 15, 2025.

My Project

Podcasting empowers students to share their voices, develop creativity, and build real-world communication skills. But in our Title I school, many students have never had the chance to create something like this before.

In order to bring their ideas to life, they need the right tools—microphones, headphones, a quiet place to record, editing software, and more.

Our school does not have a lot of quiet places for students to record so the soundproofing is key.

Without these essential supplies, these opportunities remain out of reach. With the right resources, we can give students the tools to explore storytelling, journalism, and audio production in ways they never imagined.

By supporting student podcasting, we’re not just providing equipment; we’re opening doors to new skills, confidence, and a future full of possibilities.

By providing schools with the resources to support student podcasting, we can help young creators develop skills they’ll carry with them forever.

Join us in ensuring every student has the chance to be heard!

Mrs. Serio CREC Academy of Computer Science and Engineering Grades 6-8

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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

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

125 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Classroom Headphones With Microphone Bulk 10-Pack, Student On Ear Comfy Swivel Earphones for Library, School, Airplane, Online Learning and Travel, HQ Stereo Sound 3.5mm Jack (Colored With Microphone) • Amazon Business $76.49 2 $152.98
JBER 24Pack Pyramid sound proof foam panels, 2" X 12" X 12" Self-Adhesive Acoustic Wall Paddings for Home Office Studios (Black) • Amazon Business $44.99 2 $89.98
Flipside Products Computer Lab Privacy Screen, Small, 22" x 22.5" x 20", Pack of 3 (FLP61856) • Quill.com $24.97 1 $24.97

Materials cost

$267.93

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.02

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$301.95

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$53.29

Total project goal

$355.24

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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