Help me give my students cleaning supplies to ensure a clean and tidy classroom environment.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Purdy's classroom raised $195
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 Students
J.R.R. Tolkien once wrote, "Not all those who wander are lost."
A wall in my classroom was painted by my student, a talented graffiti artist.
The wall has the word "Think" sprawled across, with the Tolkien quote tucked in the corner. This wall is an ode to our students' opportunity to think freely. Our school is part of the District Reference Group H, which is the second lowest socioeconomic level a school can be placed in.
As a fifth-year, eighth-grade science teacher, I have already experienced the lack of funding our science program receives. The activities that we complete, both in and out of the classroom, are greatly restricted by the socioeconomic makeup of our student body, as well as the absence of a budget for laboratory supplies.
The students in our school come from very diverse backgrounds and cultures and often do not have the resources that allow them to succeed at higher levels. Many of the students are disengaged, with attendance of less than 85%, but are often discouraged by the connections made at school. Despite this, they are very willing to work in school and take the opportunity to utilize the limited resources that are available.
My Project
In order for students to reach their maximum potential, they need to feel comfortable in their learning environment. Throughout the years, I have found that students can be easily distracted by dirty tables, chairs, or hands.
In order to combat these distractions, we need paper towels, cleaning sprays, bandaids, a mop, and hand soap.
All of these materials are not provided as they are not seen to be essential, but I believe that they make a huge difference in the classroom.
We will use these supplies to ensure that our classroom is clean and tidy so that distractions are at a minimum and learning can reach its maximum potential.
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
Bounty Quick-Size Paper Towels, White, Family Rolls, 12 Count (Equal to 30 Regular Rolls)
• Amazon Business
$30.44
1
$30.44
Swiffer WetJet Hardwood and Floor Spray Mop Cleaner Starter Kit, Includes: 1 Power Mop, 5 Pads, Cleaner Solution, Batteries
• Amazon Business
$22.97
1
$22.97
Plastic Empty Spray Bottle 4 Multicolor Set. Spray Bottles Household Flat Bottom Leak Proof Technology 16 oz Value Pack of 4 Multicolor Plastic Bottles Set with Labels.
• Amazon Business
$11.90
1
$11.90
Swiffer Wetjet Hardwood Mop Pad Refills for Floor Mopping and Cleaning, All Purpose Multi Surface Floor Cleaning Product, 24 Count
• Amazon Business
$11.89
1
$11.89
Lysol All Purpose Cleaner, Lemon Breeze, 32 Fl Oz(Pack of 2)
• Amazon Business
$4.98
2
$9.96
Swiffer Wetjet Hardwood Floor Mopping and Cleaning Solution Refills, All Purpose Cleaning Product, Lavender Vanilla and Comfort Scent, 1.25 Liter, 2 Pack
• Amazon Business
$9.42
1
$9.42
Band-Aid Brand Tough Strips Adhesive Bandage for Minor Cuts & Scrapes, All One Size, 60 ct
• Amazon Business
$6.88
1
$6.88
Softsoap Liquid Hand Soap, Fresh Breeze - 7.5 fluid ounce (Pack of 6)
• Amazon Business
$5.88
1
$5.88
Materials cost
$109.34
Vendor shipping charges
$23.96
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.64
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$164.94
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$29.11
Total project goal
$194.05
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$194.05
1 Donor
-$109.96
Donations toward project cost
-$109.96
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$0.00
match offer
-$64.68
Match offer toward project cost
-$54.98
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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