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Ms. Gurecki from Elmhurst, NY is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Spread Kindness, Not Germs!

Help me give my students materials to stay safe and healthy for this school year!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Gurecki's classroom raised $345

This project is fully funded

My Students

This year I will be teaching two special education self-contained classes. This year is going to be a year like no other. With blended learning, many challenges and concerns come up. My biggest concern is safety in my classroom. Being that all of my students receive related services of speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, vision services, and/or guidance counseling, there will be a lot of different people in my room at a given time. I aim to keep my classroom safe and clean.

The students in my class are curious, helpful, compassionate, and warmhearted.

As students that receive special education services and English language services, learning and safety is SO important in my classroom.

My Project

All of these materials will help keep myself and my students safe during this upcoming school year. Masks will be mandatory in my classroom, so if students do not wear one to school, I will have masks to supply them with. Since I teach special education students, the clear face masks will be extremely helpful for my student's learning. They will be able to see my mouth. Everyone will benefit from seeing my facial expressions and emotions. Students will be able to see how my mouth moves to create letter sounds and to become stronger readers.

Although this year will be tough, we will get through it!

My students are strong and determined. They are excited to learn and come back into the school building. I just want my students and myself to be able to be as safe as possible.

Ms. Gurecki PS 7 Louis Simeone Grades PreK-2

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.

Elmhurst, NY View local requests

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

12 students impacted 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Coastwide Professional Choose-Your-Size Kitchen Rolls Paper Towel, 2-Ply, White, 128 Sheets/Roll, 15 Rolls/Carton (CW21809) • Staples Advantage $19.79 2 $39.58
Lasko 48"H 3 Speed Oscillating Pedestal Fan, Black (2521) • Staples Advantage $35.89 1 $35.89
Feeke Clear Mask, Washable Reusable Cotton Mouth Mask Covers Protection Bandanas Shields with Clear Window and Adjustable Earloops for Kids and Adult - 2 Pack • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Face Mask, Pack of 50 • Amazon Business $15.90 2 $31.80
Hand Sanitizer Gel (4 Pack x 16.9oz) - 75% Alcohol - Kills 99.99% of Germs - Scent Free Antibacterial Gel with Vitamin E & Aloe for Moisturizing • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Softsoap Liquid Hand Soap, Fresh Breeze, 7.5 Fl. Oz., 6/Carton (US07383A) • Staples Advantage $11.59 2 $23.18
Salon World Safety Face Shields (Pack of 10) - Ultra Clear Protective Full Face Shields to Protect Eyes, Nose and Mouth - Anti-Fog PET Plastic, Elastic Headband - Sanitary Droplet Splash Guard Cover • Amazon Business $19.96 1 $19.96
Earent Anti Dust Mouth Cover Washable and Reusable Cotton Covering With Clear Window Visible Expression Deaf-Mute Mouth Covers Fabric Outdoor Unsiex Protection for Women and Girls • Amazon Business $8.66 2 $17.32
Social Distancing Floor Decal Stickers, 10 Pack Safety Floor Sign Marker Please Keep Social Distance Stand HERE for Crowd Control Guidance Size 9" X 9" • Amazon Business $5.99 2 $11.98
Softsoap Aquarium Liquid Hand Soap, Light Fresh, 7.5 Fl. Oz., 6/Carton (US07384A) • Staples Advantage $11.59 1 $11.59
Amazon Brand - Solimo Gallon Food Storage Bags, 120 Count • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99

Materials cost

$259.26

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$293.15

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$51.73

Total project goal

$344.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$344.88

6 Donors

-$244.88

Donations toward project cost

-$208.15

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.73

match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

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$0.00

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