Help me give my students uniform shirts to wear to school everyday to feel part of the community.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Pollard's classroom raised $165
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
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
When students are dressed in uniform, distractions caused by fashion, peer pressure, or clothing insecurity are reduced. This makes it easier for them to concentrate on what really matters—their education. For students who come from financially unstable households, not having access to proper school attire can be a daily source of stress and anxiety.
By providing uniform shirts, we help students shift their focus from clothing to coursework.
This simple gesture can have a powerful ripple effect. Students feel more confident and comfortable, leading to increased participation, improved attendance, and better academic performance.
In addition, uniforms promote a structured and disciplined learning environment. When everyone adheres to the same dress code, there is less room for social competition or clothing-based distractions. Students begin to understand that school is a place for learning, not for showing off brand names or styles.
In short, providing uniform shirts helps create a more focused, respectful, and academically driven environment for all students—especially those who would otherwise be left behind.
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
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