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Dr. Woods from Washington, DC is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle

Help me give my students a cleaner classroom environment and one that is free of clutter!

FULLY FUNDED! Dr. Woods's classroom raised $318

This project is fully funded

My Project

The beginning of the school year is soon approaching. While I prepare for the incoming group, I have also been able to assess some of my existing resources in the classroom. Instead of a rug request, why not do a deep clean of the ones that I have for a lower cost? The mini carpet cleaner will come in handy while I prepare the classroom environment for new students. I have about four carpets that are still in their good years and only require a good deep cleaning to remove previous years of usage. Included with the carpet cleaner are two solutions to mix for efficient cleaning. Students can find comfort in being able to rest and gather on a clean surface. I would also find comfort in knowing this as well!

During this time of the school year, I find myself having to channel my inner Bob the Builder with assembly and breaking down boxes.

Instead of making multiple attempts to the recycling bin outside in my failed attempt at breaking down boxes, electric scissors will do the trick along with additional blades for unboxing throughout the school year. We receive many packages throughout the year for students, and this will help make breaking down boxes much easier and faster as I can get students to assist me with this task.

The mailboxes will assist us with organization and students knowing where to receive and place assignments. I haven't used this method in quite some time, but I remember how helpful it was with organization in my classroom. The goal is that students will have a clear and defined space for important work throughout the school day/week.

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Washington, DC
Grades 3-5
Students with Disabilities
Food, Clothing & Hygiene
More than half of students from low‑income households

Dr. Woods J.O. Wilson Elementary School Grades 3-5

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

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

HBCU Alum 200 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

BISSELL Little Green Multi-Purpose Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner, Car and Auto Detailer, with Exclusive Specialty Tools, Green, 1400B • Amazon Business $85.75 1 $85.75

Worx WX082L 4V ZipSnip Cordless Electric Scissors, fabric scissors, rotary cutter • Amazon Business $40.39 1 $40.39

Bankers Box Classroom 10 Compartment Literature Organizer,Gummed Single (3384201) • Amazon Business $18.52 2 $37.04

BISSELL Little Green OXY Spot & Stain Formula for Portable Carpet Cleaners, 60 oz, 20386 • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99

Case Compatible with WORX WX082L/ WX081L ZipSnip/for SnapFresh Cordless Electric Scissors, Cutting Tools Storage Organizer, Fabric Cutter Holder Bag with Accessories Pocket - Orange (Box Only) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99

Replacement Rotary Blades Compatible with Worx WX2300 Zipsnip RC2600K,RC2601, RC2602, WX080L, WX081L Model Cutter Blade,New Life for The dull 1-1/2" WA2300 4V ZipSnip Cordless Scissors,2 Pcs • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Bissell Professional Spot and Stain + Oxy Portable Machine Formula, 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $11.00 1 $11.00

Materials cost			$223.15
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$13.39
3rd party payment processing fee			$3.35
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$269.89
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$47.63
Total project goal			$317.52
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$317.52
1 Donor			-$211.67
Donations toward project cost			-$179.92
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$31.75
match offer			-$105.84
Match offer toward project cost			-$89.96
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$15.88
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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