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Mr. Channell from Worcester, MA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Powerful Pencils, Perfect Sound: Equipping Young Minds for Success!

Help me give my students simple yet essential tools—pencils to put their ideas on paper, headphones to focus without distractions, and a wireless speaker to bring our lessons to life with sound.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Channell's classroom raised $702

This project is fully funded

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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

My students are hardworking, resilient, and full of potential. They come to school eager to learn, despite facing challenges beyond the classroom. Many don’t have the basic supplies they need, but that never stops them from trying their best. They deserve every opportunity to succeed, and with your help, I can provide them with essential tools that will make a lasting impact.

Something as simple as a pencil, a pair of headphones, or a wireless speaker can change a student’s learning experience.

Pencils are the foundation of education—used daily for math, writing, and problem-solving. Too often, students struggle to complete their work simply because they don’t have one. Having a steady supply means no one falls behind for lack of a basic tool.

Headphones will allow students to focus during independent learning. Many of my students use online programs that reinforce math and literacy skills, but without headphones, background noise makes it hard to concentrate. A quality set of headphones will give them the quiet space they need to stay engaged.

A wireless speaker will bring lessons to life, making learning more interactive and exciting. Whether it’s playing an engaging math song, listening to a read-aloud, or enhancing group discussions, crystal-clear audio helps all students—especially those who struggle with reading or auditory processing.

My goal is simple: I want every student to have the tools they need to succeed. These kids work hard every day, and your generosity will remove obstacles that stand in their way. Thank you for believing in them and giving them the resources they deserve!

Mr. Channell Vernon Hill School Grades 6-8

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.

Worcester, MA 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

80 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
JBL - PartyBox Club 120 Portable Wireless Party Speaker - Black • Best Buy Education $295.19 1 $295.19
AILIHEN Kids Headphones Wired for School Bulk, 6 Pack Headsets with Microphone for K-12th Grade Classroom, Students, Teens, 3.5mm Jack for Chromebook, Computer, Laptop (Black) • Amazon Business $44.99 5 $224.95
Rarlan Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, Pre-sharpened, 500 Count Bulk Pack • Amazon Business $37.96 1 $37.96

Materials cost

$558.10

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.37

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$596.47

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$105.26

Total project goal

$701.73

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $701.73

3 Donors

-$361.74

Donations toward project cost

-$318.73

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$43.01

Matching donations from our partners

-$326.75

Match offers toward project cost

-$277.74

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$49.01

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$13.24

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 $0.00

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