Help me give my students hygiene products such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, floss sticks, wash clothes, soap, and deodorant to practice good hygiene at home.
I am a teacher in a low-income/high poverty school district. My students are faced with several challenges, both in and out of the classroom.
My students are an amazing group of 3rd graders who are eager to learn and explore.
They are living a growth-mindset philosophy, embracing the new learning experiences and challenges, and are ready to stretch and grow their brain muscle. Children are like sponges, ready to soak up everything. It is my pleasure and duty to help shape their precious minds to love learning and be successful.
My Project
Imagine being forced to go into a public place daily knowing that you are not smelling your best. Kids can often say cruel things to others realizing how hurtful their words can are or that often some students do not have simple hygiene supplies to maintain proper routines.
Let's change that by providing them with some of life's essentials.
Over the past several years, I have done this project with each of my classes. This has been one of the most impactful projects for those students. They are so appreciative of the supplies that allow them to have ownership of themselves. I will use the materials: deodorant and soap in conjunction with the hygiene lessons from the school counselor to help promote students being their healthiest and happiest self! Providing my students with life essentials will help to improve students' self-esteem.
No longer will students feel ashamed of their body odor or appearance. These supplies will help show my students that people care about not only their learning but also their personal well-being.
More than three‑quarters 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
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