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Mrs. Fuerst from Houston TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cooling Our Classroom, Sustaining Our Planet

Help me give my students two oscillating fans to make our classroom more comfortable for learning while sustaining our climate/environment.

  • 4 donors
  • $249 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

Help us create a comfortable learning environment for our students by supporting our campaign to purchase fans for our classroom.

Your contribution will make a significant difference in creating a more comfortable learning environment for our students and help sustain our planet.

By placing fans throughout the classroom, we can improve air circulation, thus reducing the overall reliance on traditional HVAC systems. This not only helps to minimize energy consumption but also contributes to lowering our carbon footprint, promoting a greener and more sustainable future for all.

The addition of fans will significantly enhance the comfort level within our classroom. By maintaining a comfortable temperature, students can focus on their studies, leading to improved concentration, productivity, and overall academic performance. Furthermore, better air circulation can help alleviate stuffiness and improve air quality, creating a healthier and more conducive environment for learning.

Our primary goal with this project is to optimize the learning experience for our students by creating an environment that fosters their growth and development. By integrating oscillating fans into our classroom, we aim to enhance student engagement, promote better concentration, and ultimately facilitate a more enriching educational experience for all.

Our students are the heart/soul of our classroom community. They are resilient, creative, and filled with curiosity. Despite facing challenges, they consistently demonstrate determination and eagerness to learn. By supporting this project, you're not only investing in their academic success but also empowering them to become compassionate, environmentally-conscious individuals who will make a positive impact on our world.

Your contribution will directly benefit the education and well-being of our students while also helping to preserve our planet for future generations. Thank you for your support!

Mrs. Fuerst
Grades 9-12

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
IRIS USA WOOZOO Fan with Remote, Oscillating Fan, Desk Fan, Table Air Circulator, Globe Fan, Fan for Bedroom, 10 Speeds, 89ft Air Distance, Low Noise Motor, 8h Timer, 120° Adjustable Tilt, Matte Black • Amazon Business $89.27 2 $178.54

Materials cost

$178.54

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$211.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.27

Total project goal

$248.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $248.49

3 Donors

-$124.07

Donations toward project cost

-$105.76

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.31

match offer

-$124.07

Match offer toward project cost

-$105.46

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.61

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.35

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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