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Ms. Martinez from Chicago, IL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hygiene for High Esteem

Help me give my students the ability to engage in a conversation and learn about hygiene with the resources to address their own.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Martinez's classroom raised $584

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

My students are 3rd through 8th graders who come from diverse backgrounds within a low SES urban area. Our school is located on the south side of Chicago, which has experienced changing demographics and low economic development. This is reflected in out students' resources, as each student is from the neighborhood of Englewood. Our school has a high mobility rate, so this project allows them to learn these skills while here and carry the lessons with them wherever they go. They're epic bucket fillers, always looking for ways to share their learning and help one another.

A conversation about hygiene is worthless if the student doesn't have the resources to address the issue.

Hygiene can be a barrier to forming new relationships. When students come in smelling like they haven't showered or brushed their teeth in several days, other students don't even want their peers to come near them; teachers can find it difficult to work with them one-on-one because of the odor. This leads to a loss of self-esteem and perceived worth, which diminishes motivation to do well as they're focused so heavily on the worry of their own body odor. Poor peer and school relationships have been link to poorer life outcomes, including higher drop out rated, higher rates of incarceration, and lower self-esteem. It's not fair to students to end a conversation with "Hey, you stink!" when there is absolutely nothing they can do to change the outcome. This project aims to concurrently address student hygiene and social development.

Ms. Martinez Nicholson Technical Academy Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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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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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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Dove Body Wash Variety 6 Pack - Shea Butter, Deep Moisture, Pistachio Cream, Coconut Milk, Gentle Exfoliating and Silk Glow, 16.9oz Each International Version • Amazon Business $21.79 3 $65.37
Degree Antiperspirant Deodorant 24 Hour Dry Protection Shower Clean Deodorant for Women 2.6 oz, Pack of 6 • Amazon Business $17.11 3 $51.33
TRESemme Moisture Rich Shampoo & Conditioner, 3 Fl. Oz. Travel Size (3 Duo Sets) • Amazon Business $16.20 3 $48.60
Dove Antiperspirant Deodorant Stick for 48 Hour Protection And Soft And Comfortable Underarms, Shea Butter, Deodorant for Women, 4 Count, 2.6 Ounce • Amazon Business $20.76 2 $41.52
Suave Skin Solutions Body Lotion, Advanced Therapy 18 oz (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $20.11 2 $40.22
Cetaphil Face and Body Wipes, Gentle Skin Cleansing Cloths, 50 Count, Twin Pack, for Dry, Sensitive Skin, Flip Top Closure, Great for the Gym,Travel, in the Car, Hypoallergenic, Fragrance Free • Amazon Business $11.94 2 $23.88
Colgate Cavity Protection Toothpaste with Fluoride -White 6 Ounce (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $7.92 3 $23.76
Always Ultra Thin Feminine Pads with Wings for Women, Super Absorbency, Unscented, Size 2 (126 Count) • Amazon Business $22.20 1 $22.20
Tom's of Maine Aluminum-Free Wicked Cool! Natural Deodorant for Kids, Freestyle, 1.6 oz. 3-Pack • Amazon Business $10.17 2 $20.34
Suave Skin Solutions Body Lotion Revitalizing with Vitamin E 18 oz Pack of 6 • Amazon Business $20.11 1 $20.11
ChapStick Classic Collection Flavored Lip Balm Tubes Pack, Lip Moisturizer - 0.15 Oz (Box of 5 Packs of 3) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Olay Ultra Moisture Body Wash 3oz Travel Size (Pack of 3) • Amazon Business $9.56 2 $19.12
REACH Essentials Toothbrush and Brush Caps, Soft Bristles, Silver, 6 Count • Amazon Business $3.69 5 $18.45
NIVEA Shea Daily Moisture Body Lotion, Dry Skin Lotion with Shea Butter, Pack of 6, 2.5 Fl Oz Travel Size Toiletries • Amazon Business $11.94 1 $11.94
Softsoap Liquid Hand Soap, Fresh Breeze - 7.5 Fluid Ounce (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $5.88 2 $11.76
Colgate Extra Clean Toothbrush, Full Head, Soft  (6 Count) • Amazon Business $2.65 3 $7.95
Band-Aid Brand Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages for Wound Care & First Aid, Assorted Sizes, 100 Ct, Beige • Amazon Business $6.97 1 $6.97
Neutrogena Makeup Remover Facial Cleansing Towelette Singles, Daily Face Wipes Remove Dirt, Oil, Makeup & Waterproof Mascara, Gentle, Individually Wrapped, 100% Plant-Based Fibers, 20 ct • Amazon Business $5.96 1 $5.96

Materials cost

$459.47

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$496.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$87.59

Total project goal

$583.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$583.95

10 Donors

-$534.33

Donations toward project cost

-$496.36

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.97

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$49.62

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$0.00

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