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Mrs. Stanley from West Covina CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Enhancing Classroom Environments with Fluorescent Light Covers

Help me give my students fluorescent light covers to help enhance their leaning.

  • 1 donor
  • $680 still needed

expires Aug 13

  • 1 donor
  • $680 still needed
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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

Bright and conducive learning environments are essential for student success. However, many classrooms struggle with inadequate lighting, which can hinder students' ability to focus and learn effectively. These covers offer numerous benefits, including reduced glare, softer lighting, and improved concentration, ultimately enhancing the learning experience for all students.

The fluorescent lights will help improve the lighting conditions in my classroom, they will create a more comfortable and inclusive learning environment for students, including those with special needs.

Fluorescent light covers diffuse harsh glare, making it easier for students to focus without straining their eyes.

These covers create a softer, more evenly distributed light, which is less overwhelming for students sensitive to bright lights or with sensory processing issues. Better lighting can positively impact students' moods and overall well-being, fostering a more positive learning atmosphere. Students with conditions like dyslexia or visual processing disorder may struggle with reading or focusing under harsh lighting. The softer, diffused light provided by the covers can aid in alleviating these difficulties. Lastly, many students with special needs, such as autism spectrum disorder, may be sensitive to bright or flickering lights. Fluorescent light covers help mitigate these sensitivities, creating a calmer and more comfortable environment.

My students are special because each one brings a unique perspective, set of experiences, and learning style to the table. They're not just a homogenous group; they're individuals with their own passions, interests, and aspirations. Some may excel in math and science, while others shine in art or literature. What sets them apart is their curiosity, their willingness to engage with new ideas, and their capacity for growth. As their teacher, it's incredibly rewarding to see them flourish and develop into the best versions of themselves.

Thank you for your support.

Mrs. Stanley
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
OCTO LIGHTS Fluorescent Light Covers for Classroom Office - Eliminate Harsh Glare Causing Eyestrain and Headaches. Office & Classroom Decorations - Cloud 001-4pk • Amazon Business $134.96 4 $539.84

Materials cost

$539.84

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$49.40

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$627.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$110.71

Total project goal

$738.05

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$738.05

1 Donor

-$50.00

Donations toward project cost

-$50.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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$679.22

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Project Activity

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