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Mr. El Hakam from Houston, TX is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Voices for Learning: Headphones with Microphones for My Second Graders

Help me give my students a full classroom set of durable, high-quality headphones with built-in microphones so they can fully participate in reading programs, interactive lessons, language development activities, and online assessments without distractions.

  • $308 goal

This project expired on September 29, 2025.

This project expired on September 29, 2025.

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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

In today’s classroom, technology plays a vital role in helping young learners build foundational skills in reading, writing, and communication. With a classroom set of headphones equipped with microphones, my second-grade students will be able to engage more deeply with interactive programs such as reading apps, phonics games, and language development tools. These resources are essential for supporting their diverse learning needs, especially for students who benefit from audio reinforcement or are learning English as a second language.

Having individual headphones with microphones will also create a quieter, more focused learning environment.

Students will be able to listen and respond to digital lessons without distractions, promoting better concentration and retention. The microphones allow for participation in voice-to-text activities, fluency practice, and interactive assessments, giving every child the opportunity to express themselves confidently and build their communication skills in a safe and structured way.

Additionally, these tools will help me provide more personalized instruction. While some students work independently on targeted activities, I can work in small groups or one-on-one with others. This flexibility supports differentiated instruction and allows me to meet my students where they are in their learning journey. With your support, we can ensure every child has the tools they need to grow, succeed, and thrive in our classroom.

Mr. El Hakam McNamara 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.

Houston, TX 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

Never Before Funded 24 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Classroom Headphones-Bulk 10-Pack, Student On Ear Comfy Swivel Earphones for Library, School, Airplane, Kids-for Online Learning and Travel, HQ Stereo Sound 3.5mm Jack (Black with Microphone) • Amazon Business $75.97 3 $227.91

Materials cost

$227.91

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.42

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$261.33

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$46.12

Total project goal

$307.45

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