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Mrs. Castro from Boynton Beach, FL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Clean Classroom Initiative: Enhancing Learning with a Vacuum Cleaner

Help me give my students provide a vacuum cleaner for the classroom to maintain a clean and healthy environment, free of dust and allergens.

  • $957 goal

This project expired on December 12, 2024.

This project expired on December 12, 2024.

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Celebrate 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

I absolutely love how curious, energetic, and engaged my students are. Their enthusiasm for learning makes every day in the classroom rewarding. Each resource we incorporate, from a vacuum cleaner to educational tools, plays a crucial role in supporting their growth. The vacuum cleaner helps maintain a clean and healthy environment, minimizing distractions and creating a more comfortable space for them to focus on their studies. With a tidy and organized classroom, students can better concentrate on their lessons and enjoy a more pleasant learning experience. The vacuum cleaner will significantly improve our classroom environment by removing dust, dirt, and allergens, which can affect students' health and concentration. A cleaner space reduces distractions and creates a more inviting atmosphere, allowing students to focus better on their lessons and engage more fully in their activities.

My goals for this project are to enhance the overall cleanliness of the classroom, promote a healthier learning environment, and ensure that students have a pleasant and distraction-free space.

By maintaining a tidy and organized classroom, I aim to support students' focus, participation, and overall well-being, ultimately fostering a more effective and enjoyable learning experience.

My students are special because of their boundless curiosity, enthusiasm for learning, and their ability to inspire one another. Their diverse talents, creativity, and unique perspectives make every day in the classroom a dynamic and enriching experience. Their dedication and eagerness to learn drive me to create the best possible environment for them to thrive academically and personally.

Mrs. Castro Freedom Shores Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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.

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Boynton Beach, FL 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

36 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Dyson Outsize Origin Cordless Vacuum, Nickel/Red • Amazon Business $599.99 1 $599.99
Axlio PG-240XL/CL-241XL Compatible Ink Cartridges Replacement for Canon 240 241, 240XL 241XL Combo Pack Use to Canon MG3620 TS5120 MG3520 MG2120 MX452 MX512 MX532 Printer (2 Pack) • Amazon Business $41.99 3 $125.97
Berlune 24 Pcs Classroom Chair Bands Fidget Chairs and Desks Bands ADHD Autism Tools Bounce Flexible Seating for Classroom(Black, 1 mm) • Amazon Business $22.79 2 $45.58

Materials cost

$771.54

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$813.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$143.49

Total project goal

$956.60

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